It’s difficult to imagine unless it’s happened to you, but being injured in an accident is completely disorienting. There is no rule book for how to manage your recovery or your life when you’re injured, especially when it was due to something as traumatic as a car crash. The legal team at McDivitt Law Firm will walk you through each step, but if you’re still in the process of figuring out what to do, this article describes what you can expect. Seek Medical Attention After an Injury The first step to take after being hurt in any kind of crash involving a car or semi-truck is to contact th ..read more

Tepezza Litigation for Hearing Loss The development of new prescription drugs to treat diseases is something that is very beneficial to society and allows for the improvement of the lives of people suffering around the world. Unfortunately, with the development of new prescription drugs comes the dangers of unintended side effects, and one of those newly developed drugs is called Tepezza. Tepezza is a prescription drug that was developed by Horizon Therapeutics for the treatment of Thyroid Eye Disease, also known as Graves’ eye disease. Tepezza was officially approved by the FDA in January 202 ..read more

Exactech Litigation for Knee, Hip and Ankle Implants Knee replacement surgery is one of the most popular surgical procedures performed in America each year. It has been estimated that there are approximately 800,000 knee replacements performed each year in this country. Additionally, there are thousands of hip and ankle replacement surgeries that take place each year. While these are popular procedures, there can be risks associated with it, and one of those risks is the subject of a recent lawsuit against a producer of knee, hip, and ankle implants, Exactech. Who are the parties involved in t ..read more

Social Media Adolescent Addiction Litigation Social media is one of the most impactful cultural phenomena that has taken over the world in the past 20 years. There are many benefits that social media has brought into the world both for the business and personal lives of its users. Unfortunately, with anything in life there are good and bad things about the takeover that social media has had on the world. The word “addiction” is something that can bring out the bad side of anything that people consume, and social media is not exempt from that either. Recently, there has been a lawsuit filed aga ..read more

When it comes time to place a family member in a nursing home it can be a difficult decision to decide where to have them reside. Families place immense trust in these facilities, expecting an adherence to guidelines that guarantee proper care. However, it’s essential to be vigilant for signs that may indicate a nursing home is falling short of these crucial standards. Some common nursing home red flags are as follows: Understaffed Facilities: A nursing home with a high turnover rate or insufficient staff members may struggle to provide the necessary care for residents. A lack of personnel att ..read more

In a society that values care and compassion, the statistics surrounding nursing home abuse are both shocking and disheartening. As advocates for justice and the well-being of our elderly loved ones, it’s crucial to shed light on the prevalence of abuse within nursing homes. In this blog post, we delve into the concerning statistics that highlight the magnitude of the issue and underscore the urgent need for action. 1. The Scope of the Problem: Recent studies reveal that a staggering 1 in 10 residents in American Nursing Homes have fallen victim to abuse. This alarming figure emphasizes the wi ..read more

When one steps into their vehicle and prepares to hit the road, the very first action typically involves fastening the seatbelt. Seatbelts, as we all know, play a pivotal role in safeguarding lives in critical situations. In addition to being important for your health and safety while in a vehicle, seatbelts are required to be worn by law in the state of Colorado. If you are involved in a car crash, having your seatbelt on can be the difference between minor and severe injuries. Once you are involved in a car crash, you will have the potential for a personal injury claim based on the circumsta ..read more

Over the past few years, the number of Coloradans who rely on a rideshare app, such as Uber or Lyft, for their transportation needs has been steadily increasing. The unfortunate reality is that with an increased amount of rideshares being utilized by Coloradans comes an increase in the number of car accidents that involve a rideshare. The aftermath of a car accident with an Uber or Lyft can involve more complex issues then your average car accident in Colorado. The attorneys at McDivitt Law Firm are highly experienced and will be able to offer assistance after you are involved in a car acciden ..read more

Suffering a car accident, especially if you’re sideswiped, can be a jarring and stressful experience. It can leave you with physical injuries, property damage, and emotional trauma. When a sideswipe incident involves a hit and run in Colorado, navigating the aftermath becomes even more complex. In such situations, having a reliable personal injury attorney can make all the difference. We’ll walk you through the steps to take if you’re sideswiped in a hit and run accident and how a car accident lawyer in Colorado can help. Prioritize Safety:Your safety should be your top concern. If you’re abl ..read more

With the summer coming to an end and fall slowly coming up there will be many changes happening here in Colorado. One of the things that has already occurred is that children are back in school. When school starts back up again in the fall there is one stark change that drivers will have to be aware of on the road, which is School Zones. Even with as many precautions that are taken to keep the area surrounding schools safe for children, there are still car accidents in Colorado that occur in school zones. The additional restrictions that are placed on drivers in school zones can make these car ..read more