Despite there being fewer cars on the road in 2020, the number of fatal accidents that involved occupants being ejected from their vehicles skyrocketed by 20%. The revelation fits in with a growing body of knowledge that points to increased unsafe driving habits during the COVID-19 lockdown last year. Early estimates by the National Highway...
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Top 4 Causes of Death in the Construction Industry
Construction is an inherently risky industry. Every project, no matter how small or large, comes with its own set of hazards, which can lead to serious and life-threatening injuries. Construction jobs are complex. Job sites can quickly change, and large trucks, machinery, pieces of equipment, and debris are constantly being hauled to and from the...
Read MoreLeg Injuries in Motorcycle Accidents and How to Protect Yourself
Due to their small size, motorcycle riders are often missed or hidden in drivers’ blind spots. Drivers who are distracted or not paying attention may pull out in front of a motorcyclist or crash into them while merging into another lane. A motorcyclist’s legs are particularly vulnerable in a crash. The leg often bears the...
Read MoreFatal Pedestrian Accident: Fighting for Justice After a Wrongful Death
As a pedestrian accident law firm, we are all-too-familiar with this kind of tragedy. A victim may have been hit by a car while in a crosswalk or as they tried to make it across a road without sidewalks or a pedestrian crossing sign. Their families turn to us for guidance on what steps they...
Read MorePost-Concussion Syndrome: The Dangers of Underestimating a “Mild” TBI
Before we get into what a concussion is, you should understand that any brain injury, whether it’s categorized as “mild” or “severe,” needs to be taken seriously. Damage to any part of the brain, no matter how small, is cause for concern. Mild traumatic brain injuries can be just as life-threatening as severe ones if...
Read MoreWhiplash Symptoms After a Rear-End Collision
In a car accident, especially one that involved a rear-end crash, a person will experience whiplash. This involuntary jerk of the head and neck often has painful consequences. Most of the time, the pain is temporary. However, some people develop chronic neck pain and suffer from long-term complications. No matter how serious you think your...
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injury Recovery: Tips for a Healthy Diet
Your diet plays an important role in the healing process for your traumatic brain injury (TBI). What you put into your body can not only affect your health, it can be an integral part of minimizing your symptoms and facilitating a quicker recovery. These post-TBI recommendations are designed to help you understand what your body...
Read MoreSevere Road Rash: How Long Does It Take to Heal?
Road rash is a common term for painful skin abrasions, scrapes, or surface burns. A road rash injury may also be referred to as a “raspberry” or “strawberry.” When bare skin impacts a hard surface like asphalt or concrete, it can tear. The affected area will appear raw, red, and may bleed. Such injuries...
Read MoreHave a Headache After a Car Accident? What It Could Mean
Minor headaches and nausea following a crash are fairly common. These symptoms often resolve themselves after a day or two. For some people though, their headache never gets better or is accompanied by other worrying symptoms. We’ll examine what triggers a headache after an accident and signs to watch out for that may indicate a...
Read MoreAvoiding Road Debris Accidents
Driving on I-285 — one of the busiest highways in the United States — is often challenging. When you throw giant flying tires from 18-wheelers into the mix, the situation can get very dangerous, very quickly. Recently, a former CBS 46 reporter found himself in this exact situation during a wild accident on I-285 South...
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