Car accidents remain a leading cause of injury in the U.S. In fact, nearly 4.5 million Americans seek medical treatment following motor vehicle accidents annually. Many of these are pregnant women who have concerns about the health of their unborn children. If you...
The long-lasting effects of amputation
A person's life is permanently changed when an accident results in the loss of a limb. Amputation can affect a person's life in several different ways. Many people lose limbs because of some type of trauma. Johns Hopkins says that injuries usually result in 75% of...
Top questions about personal injury claims
When you suffer from an injury, circumstances can get very confusing very quickly. It is natural for you to have questions. You may be wondering what constitutes a personal injury or who is liable. Here are the answers to some of the top questions. What is personal...
Should you worry about infection after a bite?
Many individuals have two main concerns after suffering from a bite attack. First, will it scar? Second, does the dog have all of its vaccinations? If you feel like the injury will not scar and you know the dog is safely vaccinated, you may forget that there are other...
3 rules for teenage drivers
When your child becomes old enough to drive, you may find yourself nervous to let him or her get behind the wheel. However, this important step in independence does not have to be scary if you have rules in place before your child hits the road. You can help your...
How does accident reconstruction work?
After a serious auto accident, law enforcement or an outside agency may do a reconstruction of the accident scene. The process seeks to discover exactly what occurred before, during and after the incident. Accident reconstruction can help you to learn about liability...
Should you consult a cosmetic surgeon after a dog bite?
Because of the number of dogs in the U.S., serious dog bites happen at an alarming rate. In fact, of the roughly 4.5 million dog bites that occur every year, 800,000 cause an injury that requires medical care. Seeking emergency treatment may only be the first step in...
Construction site safety red flags
Do you work on a hazardous construction site? Unsafe working conditions put everyone at risk for serious injury. Review the red flags that indicate serious safety concerns at your job. A rushed atmosphere If everyone at the job site seems stressed and completes...
The need for customized treatment after a TBI
A traumatic brain injury can affect a person's life in detrimental ways including their ability to communicate, reason and maintain independence. Recovering from a TBI takes time regardless of the severity of the injury. TBIs require customized treatment plans to...
How can I drive safely in the snow?
Winter will be here before you know it, which means you might find yourself driving on snow-covered roads. Even seasoned drivers can be involved in accidents due to snow and ice, and these accidents may have deadly consequences. Accordingly, it is up to you to...
