David and Dylan reached a settlement in a case involving a young man who died following a routine tonsillectomy, The patient was given a toxic and lethal dose of the opioid Dilaudid, in combination with the anti-nausea drug Phenergan. The medical record showed a steady decline in the patient’s condition, consistent with respiratory depression caused by opiate overdose. This was confirmed upon autopsy. The case focused on the lack of training by post-op nurses and lack of policies and procedures at the hospital where this happened.
The most dangerous times for driving: stay alert and safe!
Driving is an everyday activity for most of us, but it is important to know that certain times pose a higher risk of getting involved in an accident. Whether because of increased traffic, weather or human factors, knowing the most dangerous times and circumstances for...