A new study finds that medical errors may be the third leading cause of death in the United States, falling only behind cancer and heart disease. Conducted by two doctors from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, the study estimates that about a quarter million people die from medical errors every year. That figure represents nearly…
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The Law Offices of Joe Bornstein proudly serves the legal needs of all Maine residents, including longtime residents and non-English speaking residents who recently moved here from another country. “America is a nation of immigrants,” attorney Bornstein said. “For generations, people from around the world have come to our country in search of a better…
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Are autonomous vehicles really safe? Or should they be banned? A self-driving vehicle in California recently caused an accident involving a bus with 15 passengers on board, prompting concerns about the safety of autonomous (driverless) cars if they become standard on our roads and highways. The collision occurred on Feb. 14 in Mountain View, California,…
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Texting while walking leads to increased risk of injury According to statistics compiled by the Maine Bureau of Public Safety that we explored in a recent article, 2015 was the deadliest year for pedestrians in almost two decades – and, unusually, all of the victims were adults. While it’s unclear exactly why Maine’s figures were…
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Several recent studies have found that hands-free devices can create driver distractions PORTLAND, Maine (June 23, 2015) – Driving and talking on a hands-free cell phone might seem safe, but many recent studies have found that accidents can still happen while drivers are operating a phone without their hands, a risk that more drivers need…
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Are you suffering from a severe injury or health condition that prevents you from working in Maine? If you have become disabled before retirement age, you may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. How do you know if you are eligible? Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a benefits program run by the United States…
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Long-Term Disability insurance is a private insurance choice – it may be offered to you through your employment or you may have chosen to purchase some on your own. Should you be unable to work due to long-term illness or a disability that renders you unable to work, Long-Term Disability insurance (LTD) can provide income…
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On a quiet Maine road, a car is traveling well over the speed limit when a vehicle pulling out of a driveway crashes into it. The driver of the car merging onto the road did not look for oncoming traffic before the accident. The speeding roadway car is totaled, and its driver is severely injured….
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You are traveling home from the cinema with a friend, discussing the movie you just enjoyed, and driving the car you insure. You stop at a red light and wait for it to turn green. While you are waiting for the light to change your car lurches forward and the sound of glass shattering is…
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