For many children, going back to school is an exciting time. They look forward to seeing their friends and learning more in their favorite classes. As a parent, however, back-to-school season can be bittersweet. The steep costs of back-to-school supplies (averaging...
Month: August 2019
Start school on the right foot: by getting there safely
Back-to-school season is a busy time for parents. You may be out buying new notebooks and pencils. You might be signing permissions slips or attending PTA meetings.What you might not be doing, however, is preparing your child for a safe ride to and from school. The...
How does standard of care impact medical malpractice?
Patients who are receiving care for a medical issue expect that they will be taken care of in an appropriate manner. When doctors and medical professionals don't provide the care they need, they might end up being accused of providing care that doesn't meet the...
Resources for parents of children with cerebral palsy
Most expectant parents are excited to welcome their child into the world. And although many questions often arise during pregnancy, parents rely on trained medical professionals to ensure the arrival of their healthy baby. A...
Beaumont hospital under fire following pattern of misdiagnosis
Michigan’s Beaumont hospital system has come under scrutiny recently for rampant misdiagnosis of epilepsy. One of its doctors has been sued by 251 plaintiffs who were wrongly diagnosed—and treated—for the disease.The hospital’s response to...