A new report highlights how many Maryland hospitals are not being upfront about the number of medical mistakes and preventable complications are occurring in the state, which may further increase the risk of harm for patients. (more…) Read More
By Carl Saiontz
July 28, 2014 | No Comments
The GM recall lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. are pursuing financial compensation and settlements for individuals and families throughout the United States who have suffered a personal injury or wrongful death in an accident that may have been caused by defective ignition switches, airbags or… Read More
By Carl Saiontz
July 9, 2014 | 2 Comments
A recent report the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) suggests that the economic and non-economic costs associated with auto accidents in the U.S. may be $871 billion, or about $900 per person each year. Much of that cost is preventable, according to the regulatory agency,… Read More
By Carl Saiontz
June 19, 2014 | No Comments
While the most immediate concern following an auto accident often focuses on physical injuries, new research highlights the potential effects of post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among children after an accident, which often goes undiagnosed. (more…) Read More
By Carl Saiontz
June 5, 2014 | No Comments
The watchdog group Consumer Reports recently issued a useful guide on reducing the risk of an auto accident whiplash injury, which commonly occur in rear-end impacts. (more…) Read More
By Carl Saiontz
April 17, 2014 | No Comments
Over the weekend, dozens were injured and at least one man was killed from a carbon monoxide leak at a New York restaurant, which likely could have been prevented with the use of simple carbon monoxide detectors. This tragedy comes on the heels over another carbon… Read More
By Carl Saiontz
February 23, 2014 | No Comments
Defective boilers, furnaces and hot water heater in the home may pose a serious risk of carbon monoxide poisoning problems if they are defectively designed, improperly installed or negligently serviced. This reality was highlighted this week, with a recall issued for thousands of Crown Boiler gas… Read More
By Carl Saiontz
December 4, 2013 | 1 Comment
Over the past weekend, we all rolled back our clocks on Saturday night and received multiple reminders that we should also check to make sure that our fire alarms are in working order. However, it is equally important that individuals make sure they have a functioning… Read More
By Carl Saiontz
November 4, 2013 | No Comments
Study Highlights Possible Consequences of Car Crash for Pregnant Women According to the findings of a new study, auto accidents are the biggest threat to the health and welfare of pregnant women and their unborn children. The findings highlight the potential long-term consequences for the pregnancy… Read More
By Carl Saiontz
October 10, 2013 | No Comments
Bedsores that occur in hospitals and nursing homes are preventable injuries that can usually be avoided if the facility exercises the appropriate standards of medical care. However, a recent study suggests that a surprising number of hospitalized children suffer these painful and debilitating pressure ulcers. (more…) Read More
By Carl Saiontz
September 5, 2013 | No Comments