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4 reasons fentanyl patches are problematic
If you have a chronic medical condition or serious injury, you may suffer from extreme discomfort. Fortunately, you probably do not have to grit your teeth and bear the pain. On the contrary, medical professionals have a variety of ways to help you address discomfort....
3 serious issues that make I-80 a dangerous roadway
There is no denying that I-80 is not the safest road in Illinois. It is especially dangerous near Joliet, which is one of the main routes into Chicago. Trying to navigate this stretch of roadway is a challenge for commuters trying to get into the city to work. Not...
When does a birth injury constitute malpractice?
Birth injuries can result in long-term physical and mental disabilities. These injuries may occur during labor, childbirth or post-birth medical care. Hofeld and Schaffner has had unparalleled success in representing families in birth injury cases. Our firm has...
These 4 hazards kill hundreds of construction workers each year
Construction is one of the most dangerous industries. The latest numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that one out of every five worker deaths occurred due to construction accidents. Almost 60% of the construction deaths in 2017, over 580, were due to just...
Cerebral palsy and Erb’s palsy can be caused by birth injuries
Most people expect that their baby will be born healthy if all the signs indicated it would be. Unfortunately, there is a chance an otherwise healthy child will suffer a serious, life-altering injury during the birth process. This is sometimes caused by medical...
