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Strict LiabilityStrict liability, also known as absolute liability, is the legal doctrine that assigns responsibility for damages or injuries even if the person or company that was responsible for the damage or injury was not at fault or negligent. Generally, most liabiStrokeStroke is the general term used for blood flow disruption to the brain. Continuous blood flow is extremely important as it delivers oxygen, nutrients, and carries waste away from cells of the brain and throughout the body. Brain cells are especially susceSubsequent Remedial Repairs or ModificaitonsWhen an accident occurs on or with someone else’s property, that person may find themselves the defendant of a lawsuit claiming they are liable. After the accident, the owner may take precautions (subsequent remedial measures) to prevent any future incideSudden Behavior Changes in Nursing Home ResidentsSudden behavior changes in nursing home residents can be a sign of serious issues, especially in residents who are mentally or physically impaired. When something out of the ordinary occurs, your loved one may act out or respond differently as a result ofSuper LawyersIn 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 David L. Farnbauch was selected as an Indiana “Super Lawyer” by Law & Politics. Super Lawyers is an annual listing of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievemeSurgeries with High Failure RatesCertain types of surgery are more prone to failure than others. Failed surgeries can mean worse pain or symptoms than the patient had prior to surgery, it can mean additional surgery will be necessary, and of course added healing time, lost work time, andSurgical ConsentSurgical consent is defined by giving your physician permission to perform surgery and may not always be in written form. Without this consent given for a surgery it is considered a criminal offense.Surgical ErrorsSurgery, whether it is minor or major involves many aspects and persons. The possibility of surgical errors increases if surgery is due to an accident (unplanned), is lengthy, or involves more than one surgical team. Surgical teams are made up of many peoSurgical Malpractice Medical negligence, or surgical malpractice, during a surgical procedure can often result in infection, sepsis, organ damage, immune system issues, and sometimes death. Surgery requires a tremendous level of skill, and even the most minor mistake can prSwallowing Difficulties and Aspiration PneumoniaAspiration is caused by stomach contents and food being misdirected from the esophagus and stomach into the throat and lungs. Studies have shown that dysphagia carries a sevenfold increased risk of aspiration pneumonia and is an independent predictor o