Understanding the Apgar Score: Assessing Newborns at Birth
After a baby is born, medical professionals use the Apgar score as a quick and effective way to assess the newborn’s overall health and immediate need for medical care. This simple scoring system helps doctors and nurses determine how well the baby is adjusting to life outside the womb. It helps indicate if any urgent...
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There Are Over 6,000 Motorcycle Accident Deaths Per Year
In 2023, there were 6,335 motorcyclist fatalities. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported over 6,300 motorcycle accident deaths that year. This was the highest number since 1975. These deaths made up 15% of all traffic fatalities. However, motorcycles account for only about 3.33% of all registered vehicles on U.S. roads. As we enter...
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Are You Affected by the Clonazepam Recall?
The FDA Food and Drug Administration has issued a recall for 16 lots of Clonazepam manufactured by Endo, Inc., following a critical labeling error. The product safety recall is hoping to prevent medication errors. According to the safety alert, the strength listed on the product cartons (0.125 mg) did not match the actual strength of...
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Hair Relaxer Lawsuit Bellwether Trial Process
Over the past two years, women have been filing hair relaxer lawsuits against manufacturers of chemical hair straightener products. They used hair relaxers and developed uterine, endometrial, or ovarian cancer. They are suing the companies that made these dangerous products linked to their cancer diagnosis. To date, over 10,000 lawsuits for hair relaxers are currently...
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Tractor-Trailer Crash Statistics in Maryland
.Tractor-trailer crash accidents are a significant concern on Maryland’s roadways, contributing to a notable percentage of traffic-related fatalities and injuries. The state has made progress in improving highway safety. However, the number and severity of these incidents indicate that we must remain vigilant. If you or someone you care about is injured by a careless...
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What to Know about Wrongful Death Claims
Losing a loved one in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence is an unimaginable tragedy, leaving families overwhelmed with grief and uncertainty. Filing a wrongful death claim In Maryland, the law recognizes the profound impact of such a loss and provides a way for families to seek justice through the Maryland Wrongful Death Statute....
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Understanding Depo Provera and Its Link to Brain Tumors
Many women use Depo Provera as a convenient and effective method of birth control. This progestin-based hormonal contraceptive is administered via injection every three months. It provides an alternative to daily birth control pills or other methods that require more frequent attention. However, recent findings have raised serious concerns about the safety of long-term use...
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MD Law Reduces Compensation for Juvenile Sexual Abuse Claims
The Maryland General Assembly stealthily passed House Bill 1378, rescinding the rights of some sexual abuse survivors if they do not file their claims in court by June 1, 2025. The bill was not supported by a single member of the government other than an obligatory bill sponsor. No one stood up to testify in...
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Child Sexual Abuse Claims at Charles H. Hickey Jr. School
In a groundbreaking development, justice is near for survivors filing child sexual abuse claims from the Charles H. Hickey Jr. School in Maryland. Ronald Neverdon, a former staff member at the juvenile detention center, has been arrested on multiple counts of sexual abuse of a minor and third-degree sexual offense. The charges stem from allegations...
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Child Sexual Abuse Claims at Mount St. Joseph High School
Child sexual abuse is an unimaginable violation of trust that leaves lasting scars on survivors and their families. In recent years, we’ve seen a growing number of allegations emerge, shedding light on the systemic failures that have allowed such abuse to persist in institutions meant to nurture and protect children. One such troubling case involves...
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