CT Medical Examiner Predicts Nearly 1,100 Deaths By Opioids This Year
by Gayle Sullivan, RN, JDNovember 14th, 2019
The opioid epidemic continues to have a strong foothold in Connecticut. The Connecticut Medical Examiner recently released information regarding opioid deaths. Connecticut Chief Medical Examiner Dr. James Gill is predicting 1,088 deaths by opioids in 2019. Last year, there were 1,017 deaths in the state caused by opioid overdose. Connecticut’s per capita death rate continues … Keep reading…
How Can I Prove A Trucking Company Violated Federal Regulations
by Charles B. Price, Jr.November 11th, 2019
Millions of trucks travel our roadways every day. Truck operators need to obey specific laws and regulations to ensure the safety of everyone who shares the road with large commercial vehicles. As long as trucking companies and truck drivers follow the rules, in theory, everyone should remain safe from an avoidable 18-wheeler accident. Truck accidents … Keep reading…
6 Ways To Avoid A Medication Error In A Hospital
by Robert Messey, MD, JDNovember 7th, 2019
Medication errors are incredibly serious and can cause significant, permanent injury to a patient, including death. Whether you are in a hospital setting or administering your own prescription, make sure you practice the six rights of medication. Right patient. Make sure if medication is being administered, it is going to the correct person. Right route. … Keep reading…
How You Can Prepare For Surgery and General Anesthesia
by Gayle Sullivan, RN, JDNovember 4th, 2019
If you are scheduled to undergo surgery, it can be nerve wracking as your procedure date approaches. General anesthesia relaxes the muscles in your digestive track that keeps food and stomach acids from entering your air passages. It is very important you follow your doctor’s instructions on when to stop eating and drinking before your … Keep reading…
5 Ways to Deal With Connecticut Aggressive Drivers
by Charles B. Price, Jr.November 1st, 2019
Connecticut is home to some of the nation’s busiest highways (Interstates 84, 91, and 95). There is no doubt there are some aggressive drivers out on the roads. Aggressive driving comes in many forms including honking, hand gestures, and tailgating. These situations can spiral out of control quickly, so in order to keep yourself and … Keep reading…
Connecticut Auto Accidents vs. Connecticut Truck Accidents: 3 Differences
by Robert Messey, MD, JDOctober 29th, 2019
Connecticut auto accidents and Connecticut truck accidents are similar in that they can leave victims injured and unsure of how to proceed. Their differences, however, are what informs your attorney on how to approach your case. Liability. In most cases, when someone is in a car accident, the claim is filed against one person, usually … Keep reading…