For some accident victims, the pain of a collision is immediate. For others, the sharp aches and stiff muscles appear days later. The truth is that unless something is very obviously wrong, such as a broken leg or bleeding lacerations, you can’t be 100% sure you survived unscathed. The forces involved in a crash are...
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Hearing Loss After Head Injury: Filing a Personal Injury Claim
Injury to the temporal or parietal lobes of the brain, as well as damage to the actual mechanisms of the inner ear, can cause hearing loss. If the traumatic brain injury (TBI) or head injury was caused by someone else’s negligence — such as in a car accident — then the injured victim may have...
Read MoreWhat Is Late Whiplash Syndrome?
Whiplash is an injury to your neck and shoulders. It occurs when a sudden force jolts the neck back and forth or vice versa. This can cause damage to the muscles, discs, nerves and tendons in the neck and spinal column. Many people suffer whiplash injuries after a car accident, and the pain can be...
Read MoreCooler Weather Means It’s Time to Check Your Tires
With autumn just around the corner and temperatures slowly dropping, you should take a moment to inspect your vehicle, particularly the tires. Cold weather affects tire pressure. For every 10 degrees Fahrenheit, tire pressure can drop between one to two pounds per square inch (PSI). Pressure also reduces the higher you are in elevation. Why...
Read MoreNational Concussion Awareness Day Shines a Spotlight on Traumatic Brain Injuries
According to the Concussion Legacy Foundation, every year, there are roughly 3 million TBI-related emergency department (ED) visits, hospitalizations, and deaths in the U.S. Yet despite being the most common type of traumatic brain injuries people suffer in accidents, concussions are still wildly misunderstood and misdiagnosed. National Concussion Awareness Day was created to shift the...
Read MoreWhat to Expect From a Personal Injury Lawyer
Most people looking for a personal injury lawyer after a car accident or other serious incident don’t know what to expect when contacting a law firm. Pop culture often portrays lawyers as intense, well-dressed, and more concerned with legal technicalities than the people they represent. While this may be true of a few lawyers, many...
Read MoreCan You Get Workers’ Comp Even If the Injury Was Your Fault?
The simple answer is: yes. Even if you accidentally injure yourself while working, you can still receive workers' comp. (There are some exceptions, and we have listed those below.) Here is what you need to know about fault vs. workers’ compensation. A dozen states including Georgia follow “no-fault” workers’ compensation laws. A no-fault workers' compensation...
Read MoreCrucial Steps to Take After a Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Accident
While there are no specific statistics regarding how many motorcycle crashes involved a hit-and-run driver, a quick glance over any news report shows that they happen with unfortunate regularity. Motorcycle crashes are particularly devastating for riders because of how exposed they are on the road. An astonishing 80% of motorcycle accidents result in either severe...
Read MoreElectrical Work Injuries: Types, Causes, and Stats
While electrical injuries on the job are rare, they have a high morbidity rate due to the rapid trauma inflicted on the body. Even if a worker survives contact, they may suffer long-term damage that affects multiple tissues and internal organs. Nearly all electrical accidents and injuries are preventable. When safety procedures are ignored —...
Read More9 Things You Should NEVER Do After a Car Accident
The average person will experience about 3 to 4 car accidents during their lifetime. These wrecks can range from minor fender benders to violent accidents that leave multiple people injured or killed. Serious injuries after a car accident are unusual, but they can happen to anyone anywhere. Before we discuss the worst things you can...
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