The passing of a loved one can turn your life upside down. This rings particularly true when the event leading to their death could have been avoided. In the aftermath of a wrongful death, it can be very challenging to keep everything together, especially if you plan on pursuing a legal claim against whoever was […]
Whiplash and concussions are two common injuries that car accident victims can suffer. These are not the same injuries. One can suffer either or both of them in an accident. Whiplash involves an injury where the head has snapped forward, and concussions are an injury to the brain itself. They can happen at the same […]
Trucking and 18 wheeler accidents can have devastating consequences. Getting hit by a semi-truck, which can weigh multiple tons, and be transporting even heavier cargo or machinery, can result in serious injuries to victims traveling in regular vehicles and trucks. If you ever find yourself injured after a trucking accident, there are a number of […]
House fires, car accidents, and refinery explosion are traumatic experiences that result in severe injuries. Typically, events that cause fires or explosions result in severe burn injuries. Burn wounds require a long healing process, and in some cases, cause life-long scarring. Physical disfigurement can dramatically destroy a person’s mental state, leading to long-term emotional problems. […]
Slip and fall injuries are among the most common types of injuries sustained in the US. Your typical daily activities can put you at risk for falls at any place or time. If you or someone you know has suffered an injury after a slip and fall accident as a result of someone else’s mistake, […]
Although driverless and self-driving vehicle technology is becoming more advanced, the large majority of vehicles on the road are operated by a human driver. Even vehicles with driverless capabilities still require the driver to be alert while operating the vehicle. People on the road for long hours, like 18-wheeler truck drivers, are more likely to […]
Aggressive and territorial dogs can be extremely unsafe to be around, especially if you happen to let your guard down. If you find yourself on the receiving end of a nasty dog bite, it’s good to understand the types of injuries that may occur. This is an informative guide on what you need to know […]
Although they are an uncommon form of general injuries, spinal cord injuries can be relatively common after serious vehicle accidents. Spinal cord injuries are very serious and need to be handled with the proper amount of medical care. When the injuries are caused due to the negligence of another, legal action should be taken to […]
Surviving an accident can result in a number of different injures- anything from minor cuts and scrapes to serious, life threatening catastrophic injuries which can change the course of an entire lifetime. But, when thinking about your injuries and the severity, what is actually considered a catastrophic injury? A catastrophic injury is considered to be […]
There’s nothing like the feeling that comes from riding a motorcycle. The experience of riding along the open road is relaxing, enjoyable, and thrilling—but it can end abruptly when other drivers fail to share the road adequately with motorcycle riders. The lack of protection for motorcycle riders increases the risk of sustaining severe injuries after […]