Concussions are one of the most common types of personal injuries, and they can occur as the result of even a minor bump, blow, or jolt to the head. While the symptoms are often subtle, going unnoticed, or taking days and even weeks to appear, the impact they can have on your physical health and…
Children play hard and it is impossible for parents to prevent the injuries that are likely to occur as the result of their rough and tumble behavior. While many of these may be no more than minor bumps, bruises, or scratches, it is important to be alert for the signs of something more serious. In…
One of the most potentially devastating injuries accident victims can suffer is brain injuries. What many victims do not realize, however, is that even a minor injury to the brain can leave a victim with long-term effects. Multiple studies have found that these effects can have a significant impact on a victim’s life. Recently, it…
One of the most serious injuries that victims suffer in accidents is a brain injury. This is especially common in vehicle accidents and slip and falls. What makes these injuries even more serious is that the brain is so integral to body functions. It is also common to not know the extent of the injury…
According to national statistics, approximately 2.5 million people suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBI) each year. More than 60,000 of these victims end up dying because the trauma is so severe. Another 80,000 are left with serious long-term and permanent disabilities. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the leading causes of TBI…