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How To Stay Safe When Walking Into A Shopping Center
While you likely hear about motor vehicle accidents routinely, some collisions are shocking. On August 23rd, a car crashed into a place of business in New Haven. When emergency responders arrived at the scene, they found two pedestrians pinned between the car and the building. Unfortunately, both lost their lives in the collision. Few things can ruin…
Spinal Injury Is A Common Result Of A Rear-End Crash
People often hear the term “whiplash” when a driver sustains an injury in a rear-end collision. This is an injury to the cervical part of the neck. However, there are other spinal injuries that commonly occur as a result of this kind of vehicle accident. Here are three more: Disc herniation: During a car crash, even a…
Common Causes Of Childhood Injuries
As a parent, you want to keep your child as safe as possible. But even if you take every action imaginable to protect your child from the world, he or she is going to get hurt at some point. Accidents happen for a variety of reasons. In many cases, children get hurt because of the…
How Does Hot Weather Lead To More Car Accidents?
Many factors contribute to car accidents, such as distraction, speeding and intoxication. More accidents occur in the summer months, from an increase in tourists and teens on the road to plenty of partying holidays. In fact, the deadliest day to drive is the Fourth of July, reveals data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Another…
Three Reasons People Are Afraid To Bring Lawsuits Against Doctors
Medical malpractice claims can cover a wide array of injuries. When a medical provider causes harm or makes someone sick either by action or inaction, the victim may be able to file a medical malpractice lawsuit for different kinds of damages. However, some victims choose not to actively pursue a malpractice claim, even when there…
Debunking Three Common Car Accident Myths
Car accidents are often very frightening, traumatic events, but their aftermath can be trying, too — in confusing and exhausting ways. It can be overwhelming to deal with the other motorists and insurance companies. Plus, many common myths and misconceptions about motor vehicle collisions can complicate the process even more. To make the best decisions…
Debunking 3 Common Myths About Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious health problem that can have long-lasting consequences. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 230,000 people go to U.S. hospitals every year because of some form of TBI. Despite its prevalence in society, numerous myths and misunderstandings persist regarding TBI. These misconceptions can prevent people from…