If you suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI), it's safe to assume that life is going to change. Brain injury recovery rates are different in every case, and brain injuries are fairly unique from one patient to the next. So, even if you recover physically, that...
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Are small dogs more aggressive?
If you're considering your risks of getting bitten by a dog, odds are you’re most nervous when a large dog is barking at you or approaching in an aggressive fashion. And you should be. It's very important to know how to react if you find yourself in this situation so...
The 5 top mistakes made in personal injury claims
There are many mistakes that people make when they start personal injury claims. To make sure you can get as much compensation as possible out of your claim, it’s important that you don’t make the same errors. Here are five of the most common errors that people make...
Fell down the stairs? You could have spinal injuries
If you fall down your stairs, you may laugh it off at first. However, if pain or numbness are present or you feel unusual sensations, it may be a good idea to stay where you are and call for help. Falls like this can lead to trauma to the walls of the spinal discs....
Should you take a settlement after making a personal injury claim?
After you’re involved in a serious accident, you may make a personal injury claim against the responsible party. In most cases, the insurance company responsible for providing car insurance to that person will reach out to you. The agent may want to ask you questions...
Catastrophic spinal cord injuries after falls or wrecks
Spinal cord injuries are often life-altering. Even if a person recovers most of their abilities after the incident, the cost of medical care and other needs can dramatically affect how they can live their life. In most cases, paralysis means that the person won’t ever...
How do you know if a dog might be dangerous?
Dogs are often seen as the ideal pet, with their generally amicable natures and intelligence making them good companions and even effective working animals. Unfortunately, even the smallest dog could cause serious injury to a person if they become aggressive and...
Why Do Truck Accident Cases Need To Be Handled Differently From Other Accidents?
There are numerous circumstances and legal issues involved in the representation of semi-truck, tractor-trailer and other commercial vehicle accident cases. Truck accident cases involve very severe injuries. Accidents involving these types of trucks can result in...
National Burn Awareness Week 2021: Preventing Electrical Burns
For many years, the American Burn Association (ABA) has persistently sponsored National Burn Awareness Week in an effort to educate the public regarding the dangers of burn injuries. Many people may wonder whether it is truly necessary to have a whole week dedicated...
May Is National Stroke Awareness Month
Taking Action to Reduce Your Risk of Stroke Caused whenever blood flow to the brain is cut off, a stroke is an incredibly serious medical event: In fact, strokes are the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of permanent disability in the United States....