A man accused of murder 12 years ago has recently filed a lawsuit for false imprisonment—including complaints against a police chief, criminal investigators, and a crime lab in Northwest Arkansas. After serving 1,121 days in prison for a 2012 murder, Rico Cohn was released in 2015 for lack of evidence. Hoping to clear his name...
Did you purchase a lemon? Drivers in Oklahoma and Arkansas who unknowingly purchase defective cars can contact attorneys experienced in lemon law litigation for a remedy. Lemon laws are meant to protect consumers who unknowingly purchase defective vehicles. If someone selling a vehicle advertises the vehicle as “dependable,” “in good condition” or otherwise represents the...
What are the Side Effects and Complications of IVC Filters? While the goal of an inferior vena cava (IVC) filter is to prevent blood clots that develop in your veins from reaching your brain, heart, and lungs, evidence is mounting that your health may be at risk if your treatment plan included the use of them. There...
Don’t let your loved one suffer from nursing home abuse or neglect. The reports of abuse have been increasing in recent years, yet many incidents go unreported due to the victim’s inability to call for help. One of the primary reasons cited for the rise in nursing home abuse is the high turnover rate in staff and difficulty in...
If you or a loved one lives in a nursing home, federal and state regulations grant you important rights and protections. Under the Resident’s Bill of Rights, you can file a lawsuit against the nursing home if any of these rights are breached. Unfortunately, many cases of nursing home neglect in Arkansas and other states go unreported...
How do I Know if there was Medical Malpractice? If you witness any instance of medical malpractice, you have the legal rights and protections to take action and file a lawsuit. By working with a medical malpractice lawyer, you can receive the expert guidance you and your family need to win your case. You may...
If you or a loved one is dealing with the aftermath of a doctor’s misdiagnosis, then you might understandably be considering the option of filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. After all, a misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis can result in major health complications and, in some cases, death. Unfortunately, not all instances of misdiagnosis are legal...
What are the symptoms of pelvic mesh complications? Transvaginal mesh failure symptoms cannot be ignored. They are a sign that the surgical mesh inserted in your vagina to support prolapsing pelvic organs and tissues is either eroding or cutting into the delicate tissues surrounding the mesh. If left untreated, transvaginal mesh failure can cause chronic infections, lifelong incontinence,...
In 2011, more than 5 million prescriptions for testosterone supplements were written to treat hypogonadism, or “Low T” in men. Despite marketing claims of safety and effectiveness, research is revealing a deeper truth indicating that testosterone therapy has a number of negative side effects, including increased risk of heart conditions and strokes. If you have...
It is expected that by 2030, approximately 572,000 hip replacement surgeries will be taking place each year. As the number of hip replacement surgeries increases, so does the number of revision surgeries that take place. If your doctor is recommending a revision surgery for your hip implant, it does not necessarily mean you got a...
