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Personal Injury Lawsuits: Aggravation of a Pre-Existing Medical Condition

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3 years ago

April 14, 2022

Whether it is a vehicle accident, slip and fall incident, or any other incidents that occur out of negligence, most personal injury lawsuits’ primary claim is about injuries that the victim suffered from due to the incident. In most cases, the injuries are rightly claimed but distinguishing them from a previously existing medical condition, or injuries becomes very hard for the case, and the victim’s injury lawyer often struggles with proving this distinction.

Plaintiff’s age and medical history play a huge role in various incidents and injuries. Hence in many cases, it is quite common for the individual to have suffered from similar medical conditions before. A similar or identical medical condition can be from a previous incident, such as a road accident, or natural aging, such as a fractured knee cap.

In such cases, the insurance companies or the defenders usually argue that the existing medical condition of the plaintiff is not because of the incident and that they are in the same medical condition as they had experienced before; hence the incident did not cause any injuries. It is common for insurance companies to have expert insurance medical examiners provide an opinion on the case. The opinion by these doctors is mostly biased as the insurance company is paying them, so they work in their defense. Hence, fighting the case supported by a medical examiner’s opinion gets tougher.

The terminology for someone who has been re-injured similarly is “aggravation of a pre-existing condition.” This represents that the individual did have a previous medical condition or injuries. Still, the accident aggravated or enhanced the injuries or condition, making it more symptomatic, deeming the individual entitled to the insurance claim or the claim against the defendant for worsening the condition. The aggravation of a pre-existing condition is most common in injuries involving neck injuries, back injuries, and traumatic brain injuries.

In lawsuits of aggravation of a pre-existing condition, providing information regarding the previous medical condition and the post-accident condition is not enough. A medical testimony by a licensed healthcare practitioner is required. In most cases, the existing practitioner treating the plaintiff’s medical condition provides the testimony, but sometimes the plaintiff also hires a new practitioner for the medical testimony.

Lawsuit Merit:

Different states have different terms for aggravation of a pre-existing condition lawsuit. It is important to have a professional personal injury lawyer fighting your case to make it strong and avail as much compensation as possible. “The compensation arising from the jury’s verdict of such cases can be huge and cover non-economic losses,” says Felix Gonzalez.

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Turkish Textile Giant Sun Textile Solution Proposal for Drought

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1 month ago

February 4, 2025

Jenny Jackson

While the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) are seeking solutions to combat drought through various projects, Ekoten Textile, a subsidiary of Turkey’s textile giant Sun Textile, has developed a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a technology startup to minimize the intensive water consumption in the textile industry. This pioneering project, the first of its kind globally, will enable the recycling and reuse of up to 90% of the water used in textile production.

Drought is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. According to WHO data, 40% of the global population is struggling with water scarcity. By 2030, up to 700 million people could be forced to migrate due to drought. The unconscious use of water in global production processes plays a significant role in the rapid depletion of clean water resources.

The textile industry is one of the sectors with the highest water consumption. In Turkey, while the food industry consumes 22% of the water used for industrial purposes, the textile sector follows closely with 18%. For instance, producing an average of 40 tons of products daily requires 2,500 tons of water, equivalent to the daily water consumption of approximately 10,000 people.

CLEAN WATER RESOURCES FOR HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE EVERY DAY!

In textile production, where clean water resources are heavily consumed, the innovative success of the Turkish company stands out as a global best practice. This initiative will shape the future of the industry. The wastewater recycling project, developed through intensive R&D efforts, will ensure that over 90% of the required water is sourced from recycled supplies.

The reuse of wastewater in production will transform the fate of countries operating in the textile sector. By preventing the use of clean water resources for textile production, this project will free up clean water sources that can meet the daily needs of hundreds of thousands of people.

R&D ACTIVITIES IN 38 COUNTRIES WITH 380 PARTNERS!

Sun Textile places great emphasis on R&D activities, conducting research and development efforts with 380 partners across 38 countries. Sun Textile and its subsidiary Ekoten Textile export nearly 90% of their production, solidifying their identity as a leading exporter. The company ships products to numerous destinations worldwide, including European countries, the UK, and the US. Sun Textile, the leading ready-to-wear exporter in the Aegean Region, achieved a consolidated turnover of 250 million euros in the third quarter of 2024, continuing its active growth trajectory.

OFFERING CUSTOM DESIGNS TO CUSTOMERS

Sun Textile provides its own designed collections to leading brands in Europe and the UK. Ekoten Textile, its subsidiary, is among the most respected knitted fabric manufacturers in Turkey and Europe.

With a dedicated sales team for each major customer group and five design offices in three different countries, Sun Textile creates designs tailored to its customers’ needs. Its largest clients include the Inditex Group, H&M, Jimmy Key, Tesco, Kiabi, Marks & Spencer, and Next.

Sun Textile also extends its sustainability approach to social responsibility, notably for its high ratio of female employees. The company, which went public in 2022, is also listed in dividend indexes.