After the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs conducted its own investigation at three VA hospitals in 2009, the Administrative Investigation Board discovered that more than 11,000 veterans had been given colonoscopies with unclean equipment. One of those hospitals included the Miami Veterans’ Administration hospital. The colonoscopies were performed between 2004 and 2009 and put thousands of veterans at risk of contracting HIV, hepatitis C and hepatitis B. So far, 11 lawsuits have been settled out
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Woman still unconscious after Miami Beach officer runs her over
A fun vacation and reunion with relatives over the Fourth of July holiday in Miami suddenly turned tragic after a 28-year-old woman was hit and injured by an all-terrain vehicle. Family members of the woman were especially shocked and disturbed by the news after learning that the ATV was being driven by a Miami Beach police officer at the time of the accident. “The cops are supposed to be protecting us, taking care of us,”
Continue readingNo definitive cause found for fatal Palm Beach boat accident
Palm Beach police are continuing to investigate a fatal boating accident that occurred June 30 with assistance from a fire-rescue diver. The boating accident left one man dead and another with serious burns on his hands and face. Reports of a vessel burning in the waters between the Sailfish Club and the Florida Power & Light plant were called in to the police at about 10:45 a.m. By the time rescue crews responded to the
Continue readingTeen with spinal cord injury takes steps toward recovery
Our Miami personal injury blog has previously discussed the importance of safety in teen sports, especially in physical contact sports in which individuals are more prone to suffering concussions that can lead to severe brain injuries. But these contact sports, such as football, can also cause individuals to suffer spinal cord injuries. One wrong fall or hit from another player could result in a permanent injury.
Continue readingMiami bicyclist killed in hit-and-run accident
“He didn’t deserve to die this way,” said the sister of a man who was killed last weekend while riding his bike in Miami. Accidents involving bicyclists and other vehicles often result in serious injuries or tragic deaths. However, in most bicycle accidents the individuals involved stay at the scene to report the incident and to make sure that those who are injured are given medical attention as soon as possible. Unfortunately, the Miami bicyclist
Continue readingFlorida man dies from brain injury after pit bull attack
A brain or spinal cord injury can forever change an individual’s life. These types of injuries often cause permanent damage and an individual may never fully recover. A severe brain injury can alter one’s mood, personality and ability to communicate. A spinal cord injury could leave a person paralyzed or physically disabled for the rest of his or her life. In the most extreme cases, these injuries can be fatal.
Continue readingDriver answers cell phone causing crash in Florida, 6 injured
With the amazing advancements in technology over the past few years, our cell phones provide us with an opportunity to communicate with others in a variety of ways such as texting, e-mailing, Facebook and talking. These advancements also provide a dangerous distraction for those who are driving on our Florida roads. Drivers must recognize that even if they take their eyes off of the road for a brief moment to answer their cell phone or
Continue readingThree killed in multi-vehicle crash in Florida, others injured
Car accidents happen every day on our Florida roads and usually result in minor damages. However, any single mistake made while driving can result in a serious accident causing injury or death. This week, several people were killed in Florida after one driver suddenly lost control of her vehicle. The Florida Highway Patrol is still investigating the car accident and they are trying to determine what caused the woman to lose control of her vehicle.
Continue readingFlorida nursing home patient sexually assaulted by man with HIV
Family members often spend months researching and choosing the right nursing home for their loved ones. They want to make certain that the facility will provide adequate security and care for each patient and that the facility will only hire trustworthy and reliable workers. Choosing the right nursing home in Florida may be a lengthy process, but when a family has finally made a decision, they trust that their loved one will be safe at
Continue readingBrain Injuries: Surviving a Gunshot Wound to the Head, Part One
Americans have been amazed by the news regarding U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords. Although there are many reasons her story has been headlining papers for the past week, we would like to focus on the effects of a gunshot wound to the head, and what doctors, patients and family members face when dealing with a traumatic brain injury.
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