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by Thomas Stroble | May 23rd, 2013
May 23, 2013
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration initiated a recall on several brands of metal-on-metal hip replacement devices, including the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular system. This particular recall is being conducted due to the premature wearing that can lead to several serious health problems.
Some of these health problems can include pain, swelling, and inflammation at the surgical site or, more seriously, a condition called metallosis. A patient develops the latter condition when small metallic fragments from the device wear off and are absorbed into the bloodstream. This can result in toxic levels of certain metal ions building … Read More
Posted In: Personal Injury
by Thomas Stroble | May 22nd, 2013
Approximately 2,000 Michigan Bicycle Accidents were reported last year. These crashes resulted in the loss of 20 lives and left another 1,598 cyclists injured. In an effort to reduce this number, the state of Michigan has announced several campaigns to coincide with National Bike Month during May.
According to an article from the Midland Daily News, state officials have called for motorists to be more aware of cyclists sharing the road and offered several safety tips.
Cyclists should always remember to put on helmets before every ride. They also should ensure their bikes are equipped with reflectors and headlights … Read More
Posted In: Automobile Safety
by Thomas Stroble | May 21st, 2013
A recent examination of reports filed in relation with Michigan Car Accidents shows there is an increase in the number of collisions caused by distracted driving. What is interesting, though, is that the cause of distraction may not always be cellphone use.
According to an article from M Live, researchers looked at the causes listed in all traffic accidents recorded in the state last year. They found roughly 5,000 collisions were the result of a driver not paying attention.
One particular crash was highlighted in the story. Last year, a 24-year-old man in Kalamazoo County was killed when a … Read More
Posted In: Car Accidents
by Thomas Stroble | May 20th, 2013
Today marks the beginning of National Dog Bite Prevention week, and many citizens hope it will help bring awareness to the problem of dog attacks in Michigan.
A new study shows there were a total of 151 reported Michigan Dog Bite Injuries last year accounting for roughly $4.6 million in insurance company payouts. These findings ranked the state as having the sixth highest rate of dog bite incidents in the nation.
To help raise awareness about the problem and prevent further attacks, an article from the Press & Guide offered several safety tips from the American Veterinary Medical Association on … Read More
Posted In: Personal Injury
by Thomas Stroble | May 17th, 2013
When a Michigan Car Accident occurs, victims can be left with injuries that affect them for a lifetime. Under current state law, most expenses associated with injuries can be covered by a motorist’s no-fault auto insurance policy. However lawmakers are considering changing this rule.
According to an article from WKAR News, the state legislature is considering placing a $1 million cap on damages paid by no-fault insurance. Those currently receiving lifelong benefits would continue to receive their payments, while those filing new claims would be subject to the cap.
Some say that the reform would allow for cheaper coverage … Read More
Posted In: Car Accidents
