Knee replacement surgery has become one of the most common surgeries done in America. Over 600,000 individuals have total knee replacements done each year, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Most surgeries are successful and offer patients years of pain-free mobility. But, many others have experienced complications from… read more →
What is Depression? Many people experience feelings of sadness and hopelessness during emotionally painful or stressful situations (i.e. death of a loved one or divorce). These feelings are typically situational and short-lived. But, some people experience long-term clinical depression. Clinical depression is a mental disorder which affects a person’s moods.… read more →
In recent years, thousands of lawsuits have been filed in federal courts against manufacturers of IVC filters. Those filing the lawsuits claim a medical device that was meant to save their life caused them severe harm instead. What is an IVC Filter? IVC filters are small devices that are inserted… read more →
The answer to this question is technically no. You cannot go to jail for unpaid bills. But, every rule has exceptions. Let us explain. America’s Founding Fathers found the English system of imprisoning those who could not pay their debts cruel and unusual punishment. Thus, within the first few years… read more →
Fibroids are muscular tumors that most commonly develop in the walls of a woman’s uterus. A majority of women will develop uterine fibroids by the time they are 50, according to the Department of Health’s Office on Women’s Health (OWH). These tumors are typically benign (noncancerous) and do not cause… read more →
