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Lowering your risk of preterm labor
Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on August 24, 2017
When a woman is pregnant in Washington, everyone hopes she will carry the baby for the full 40 weeks of pregnancy. Sometimes, though, situations occur when a baby is born premature or too early. It is well-known in the medical community that preterm labor is to be avoided at all costs because babies are...
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Washington’s brand new distracted driving law
Posted in Distracted Driving, Firm News on August 23, 2017
As the distracted driving epidemic reaches its crisis point, the state of Washington has taken a major step to curb the problem. The law: On July 20th, a new distracted driving law went into effect. The law bans hand-held cell phone and other electronic device use while driving, while stopped in traffic, and while...
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What is the Driving Under the Influence of Electronics Act?
Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on August 16, 2017
Legislators in Washington have been working to make the roads safer, and you may be aware that a new distracted driving law is on the books now. According to the Seattle Times, this law is the Driving Under the Influence of Electronics Act, and it makes holding an electronic device while driving illegal. If...
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Never event reporting may reduce facility incidents
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on August 10, 2017
Seeking medical care in Washington should result in an improved health condition. However, as The Joint Commission points out, it has been a long-acknowledged fact that sometimes, medical mistakes happen, and patients get worse instead of better. These adverse events are preventable, and should never happen. Over two decades ago, the organization developed a policy...
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What you need to know about the use of forceps during delivery
Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on August 3, 2017
Doctors in Washington have to be prepared for every eventuality in the delivery room, and you should be able to trust that yours will make the right decision if something out of the ordinary arises. One of the tools that may be needed during delivery is the forceps, and when used correctly and in...
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Can you encourage your elderly loved ones to drive safely?
Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on July 31, 2017
If you are one of the many Washington folks who have elderly loved ones that still drive, you may have experienced some apprehension at the thought of them on the road. Often, the focus on safe driving is geared towards younger generations with less experience. However, it is just as important to encourage safe...
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Can you take steps to prevent car accidents in inclement weather?
Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on July 15, 2017
As one of the thousands of Washington drivers that commute each day, you may be familiar with driving in the rain. However, inclement weather can catch anyone off-guard and create momentary panic when conditions challenge control, visibility and experience. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to heighten your safety and prevent car accidents...
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5 Tips for sharing the road with motorcyclists
Posted in Blog, Firm News on July 10, 2017
There are more than 227,000 motorcycle registrations in the state of Washington. Despite this high number, many motorists know little about ways to safely share the road with motorcyclists. According to the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, motorcycles make up four percent of all registered vehicles in the state, but account for 17 percent of...
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Finding ways to cope when your baby is born premature
Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on July 10, 2017
Whether you are welcoming your first child or your third, witnessing the birth of your baby is often filled with many emotions. If your baby has been born prematurely and is being cared for in the NICU, you may experience exceptionally intense feelings and concerns. At Elk & Elk, we have assisted many Washington...
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What you should know about falls in hospitals
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on July 6, 2017
There are many circumstances that may cause a patient in a Washington hospital to fall, and the result is often serious injuries. In fact, according to the Joint Commission Center for Transforming Healthcare, 30 to 35 percent of the hundreds of thousands of people who fall in hospitals each year sustain serious injuries, including...
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