Volunteering abroad can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. Whether you’re helping rebuild communities after natural disasters, offering medical care in underserved regions, or joining an international aid program, the work can make a lasting impact. But what happens when something goes wrong—when a volunteer gets injured while performing humanitarian work…

Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly entered the healthcare world—powering diagnostic tools, predicting diseases, and even recommending treatments. While these systems have revolutionized efficiency and accessibility, they also introduce new risks. What happens when an AI-powered diagnosis goes wrong, leading to serious injury, delayed treatment, or even death? Can patients hold someone legally accountable when the…

In recent years, telehealth has gone from a niche convenience to a widely accepted method of receiving medical care. Whether through video consultations, app-based diagnostics, or messaging services, millions of patients now turn to virtual healthcare platforms to address their health concerns. But what happens when a telehealth provider gets it wrong—and that mistake results…

When injuries happen on land—whether in a car accident, construction site, or private property—they typically fall under state-based personal injury law. But when an injury occurs at sea or on a navigable waterway, the legal landscape changes entirely. Maritime personal injury law, also known as admiralty law, comes into play—and it brings its own set…

When a child enters the foster care system, they are placed under the protection of both state agencies and private caregivers. The system is designed to provide safety and stability—but when that promise breaks, and a foster child is injured due to negligence or abuse, serious legal questions arise. Can the state be held accountable?…

Smart homes promise convenience, security, and innovation—but when technology fails, the consequences can be dangerous or even life-threatening. From malfunctioning smart locks to fire hazards caused by faulty thermostats, these high-tech systems can become high-risk when defects or misuse lead to personal injury. As smart home devices become standard features in modern properties, one important…

Air travel is generally one of the safest modes of transportation—but when something goes wrong mid-flight, the consequences can be sudden and severe. Passengers injured during turbulence or in-flight incidents often face unexpected medical expenses, emotional trauma, and long recovery periods. Many wonder: Do I have a legal case against the airline? The answer depends…

When most people think of concussions, they picture a violent fall, a blow to the head, or a sports injury. But recent scientific research—and rising legal cases—are revealing a more complex reality: concussions can occur without direct impact, triggered instead by extreme sonic waves or vibrational forces. These are known as non-impact or blast-induced concussions,…

Attending a protest or political rally is a fundamental part of democratic expression. But when things go wrong—whether due to police action, counter-protesters, negligent crowd control, or unsafe conditions—peaceful participants can find themselves seriously injured. If you’ve been harmed during one of these events, you may be wondering whether you have any legal recourse—and who,…