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		<title>Nursing Malpractice</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Although medical malpractice typically involved physicians, healthcare providers licensed to practice nursing can also commit malpractice.  Malpractice committed by nurses can involve medical mistakes in giving out medicines, incorrect recording of vital signs and failing to notify a doctor of an emergency.  Other instances of nursing malpractice can include patient abuse or neglect, fetal monitoring [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Clarksville Man Lifeflighted Following Friday Wreck</title>
		<description><![CDATA[   Clarksville Police are continuing the investigation of an early morning wreck that has left one man seriously injured in Clarksville, Tenn.                 Police have stated Dylan Duncan was operating a 2008 Nissan Maxima shortly before 5 a.m. when he lost control for an unknown reason, ran off the road and struck a tree. Duncan [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.hughesandcoleman.com/blog/auto-accident/clarksville-man-lifeflighted-following-friday-wreck/</link>
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		<title>Surgical Instruments Left in Body</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A surgical instrument left in a patient is often viewed as a clear-cut case of medical malpractice.  These instruments are essential to the care of a patient, and can include sponges, surgical clips, scalpels, forceps, retractors, and other objects as well.  Although the surgical staff is supposed to count these instruments before and after surgery, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Misdiagnosis of a Stroke</title>
		<description><![CDATA[  Emergency room doctors and other healthcare providers are trained to recognize the signs of a stroke so appropriate measures can be taken to lessen long term damage and even to prevent death.  Unfortunately, symptoms of a stroke, such as dizziness, radiating pain, shortness of breath, and even difficulty speaking are often misdiagnosed or dismissed.  [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.hughesandcoleman.com/blog/uncategorized/misdiagnosis-of-a-stroke/</link>
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		<title>Who Pays the Injured Victim’s Medical Bills after a Wreck?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Many clients don’t realize that they have access to $10,000 to pay their medical bills after a wreck, no matter who is at fault.  Because of this, some of my clients did not seek medical treatment initially after the wreck or delayed their treatment.  In Kentucky, all injured parties are entitled to $10,000 in Personal [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.hughesandcoleman.com/blog/insurance-disputes/who-pays-the-injured-victim%e2%80%99s-medical-bills-after-a-wreck/</link>
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		<title>Why is Filing a Lawsuit is Necessary in Some Car Wreck Cases?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[ Many personal injury cases can be settled without filing a lawsuit.  However, there are some circumstances where a lawsuit is necessary to maximize the value of a case.  If the injured victim was hit by a commercial vehicle like a semi or a dump truck, a lawsuit is most likely needed in order to preserve [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.hughesandcoleman.com/blog/uncategorized/why-is-filing-a-lawsuit-is-necessary-in-some-car-wreck-cases/</link>
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		<title>What Are the First Steps to Take After a Car Wreck?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[  The first few days after car wreck are the most important in determining the value of your personal injury claim.  Do the following to maximize your claim: 1)     The most important thing to do is seek medical treatment immediately for your injuries.  Don’t wait to see a doctor, even if you think you’ll be [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.hughesandcoleman.com/blog/auto-accident/what-are-the-first-steps-to-take-after-a-car-wreck/</link>
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		<title>Your First Visit to the Doctor After a Wreck is the Most Important</title>
		<description><![CDATA[If you’re injured following a car wreck, make sure you tell your doctor about every bump and bruise to your body.  Sometimes, clients only mention their biggest issue/complaint and don’t mention the other problems.  Here’s an common example:  Let’s say “Jack” broke his leg in a car wreck and also hurt his neck.  Jack forgets [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.hughesandcoleman.com/blog/auto-accident/your-first-visit-to-the-doctor-after-a-wreck-is-the-most-important/</link>
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		<title>Slip &amp; Fall Cases</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We’ve all seen it, experienced it ourselves or know of a family member or friend that has fallen in a store or commercial setting.  One minute you are out on an errand or shopping and suddenly you have fallen and are injured.  It can be frightening, embarrassing and you may have suffered a serious injury.  [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.hughesandcoleman.com/blog/uncategorized/slip-fall-cases/</link>
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		<title>How long will it take to settle my case?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Besides “how much is my case worth”, this is the second most asked question by new or prospective clients.  As with many questions relating to law, there is not a “typical” answer.  The length of your case depends on several factors. One factor is the severity of your injuries.  If you have suffered soft tissue [...]]]></description>
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