Technology was created to make our lives easier, and though it simplifies our daily routines, it can be a hassle to maintain — especially if there are cords involved. Keeping the power flowing to multiple devices requires a plethora of cords that can get tangled and annoying. Also, as time goes by, cords may break or simply stop working. Organizing and preserving the quality of your electronics is the best way to extend their longevity, and with these tips, you can save a few headaches along with some money. TIDY UP YOUR CORDS. When you have tons of cords and cables attached to your desk and power strips, they can become a tangled mess. You end up pulling the wrong cord because they all look the same, and it’s a pain to figure out which is which. A great way to fix this is to use binder clips! You can clip them onto your desk to keep cords separate and in one place. Take it up a notch by using colored/patterned binder clips. Assigning specific colors to certain cords lets you find the one you need at any moment. PROTECT YOUR CORDS. Smartphone and laptop chargers aren’t cheap by any means. Since we use them so often, the cord that attaches to the device is susceptible to fraying and breaking. If you have some painter’s tape lying around, take a small piece and wrap it around the cord close to the connectors on both sides! The tape acts as a brace and keeps your charger cord sturdy. ORGANIZE EXTRA CABLES AND CORDS. If you’re like most people, you probably have a bag or box of tangled wires and cables somewhere. It can become an organizer’s worst nightmare, but there’s a better way. First, find an old shoe box and several empty toilet paper rolls. Then, place the rolls upright in a shoebox, wrap each cord up separately, and place them inside the rolls (one per roll) to keep them separate but together. Maintaining our electronics, especially the cords, allows our technology to continue working for us without worry or breaking the bank. Try these hacks and watch how untangled your cords and life can be! 3 TIPS TO MAINTAIN YOUR ELECTRONICS TANGLED UP IN CORDS?
WHEN DOCTORS FAIL TO MEET STANDARD OF CARE
Are You a Victim of Malpractice?
Visiting a doctor can be frightening, especially when it comes to diagnoses or surgery. But what happens if something goes wrong? Or, how do you know when something went wrong? When doctors fail to meet the accepted standard of care, it is called medical malpractice or negligence. Let’s look at common examples of medical malpractice and the specifications of a malpractice case in Texas. COMMON EXAMPLES OF MEDICAL MALPRACTICE Patients entrust themselves to their doctors and expect to be treated with a certain standard of care. When that standard is not met and poor medical treatment results, they become victims of medical malpractice. But what qualifies? Surgical Error: Your doctor (or their staff) commits an error during surgery that harms you. This includes a doctor performing an operation incorrectly, operating on the wrong part of the body, damaging parts such as nerves or internal organs, and leaving surgical tools inside the body. • These are a few common types of malpractice claims: • Prescription Mistake: A patient is prescribed or given the incorrect medication or dosage. If health care providers administer too much, too little, or the wrong medication, the patient is a victim of negligence. • Failure to Diagnose or Misdiagnoses: Your doctor fails to diagnose a condition or diagnoses the incorrect illness. This error can stop the patient from receiving the proper treatment or cause them to undergo therapies they do not need. MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASES IN TEXAS Filing a negligence claim in Texas is subject to a few conditions. First, victims have only two years to file a suit against a medical professional according to the statute of limitations. Also, Texas limits the amount of damages a person can receive. No matter what a jury decides, a victim cannot receive damages greater than what the caps instituted by the state allow. In Texas, damages are capped at $250,000 per defendant. You or someone you know may have questions about filing a claim for medical negligence. Sometimes, understanding when you’re entitled to compensation can be confusing. A seasoned personal injury attorney can help you identify and navigate a case, especially against doctors who employ legal teams with extensive experience fighting these issues.
Protect your right to fight back by hiring a committed medical malpractice lawyer. Give Aulsbrook Law Firm a call today!
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