According to an article in Pediatrics and Child Health, restraint systems in cars can actually endanger children since seat belts are designed for the adult body. Parents should use car seats to keep infants, toddlers, and even young children safe while in the car. Airbags are also dangerous to children, which is why parents are advised...
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What Causes Back Injuries in Car Accidents?
We see so many clients who have suffered from some form of back injury due to car accidents. The force of a car accident can cause serious back issues - some often being permanent. Here are important facts to understand about back injuries: The spinal cord does not have to be severed in order for a loss...
Read MoreTypes of Treatment for Burn Injuries
Over the years, we've helped several clients that have suffered from horrific burns - either in their homes, their apartments or at work. The American Burn Association estimates approximately 486,000 people a year sustain burn injuries that require medical treatment. And each year, 40,000 people require hospitalization due to a variety of burn injuries - 30,000 of...
Read MoreHow are burn injuries classified?
Over the years, we've helped several clients that have suffered from horrific burns - either in their homes, their apartments or at work. The American Burn Association estimates approximately 486,000 people a year sustain burn injuries that require medical treatment. And each year, 40,000 people require hospitalization due to a variety of burn injuries -...
Read MoreTypes of Burn Injuries
Over the years, we've helped several clients that have suffered from horrific burns - either in their homes, their apartments or at work. The American Burn Association estimates approximately 486,000 people a year sustain burn injuries that require medical treatment. Each year, 40,000 people require hospitalization due to a variety of burn injuries - 30,000 of...
Read MoreCommon types of Shoulder Injuries due to Car Accidents
With the amount of force that occurs in car accidents, there are several types of injuries that can take place. One of the groups of the body that is more susceptible to injury is the shoulder region. There are three main shoulder injuries we see: Fractures Dislocations Soft tissue tears (rotator cuff, for example) Fractures...
Read MoreKnee Injury on the job?
You're on the job carrying some tools from your work truck to an air conditioning unit you need to finish repairs. And then it happens - a loud popping noise. Your right knee has given way and you're suddenly laying on the gravel driveway in pain. Is this a Workers' Compensation claim? The answer is...
Read MoreShoulder Injury on the Job?
Shoulder Injuries on the job can occur from a worker doing a repetitive job, process, or operation on an assembly line, or from lifting heavy or bulky objects - especially if the job involves overhead lifting. The shoulder is composed of three bones: Clavicle (collar bone) Scapula (shoulder blade) Humerus (upper arm bone) For the shoulder to...
Read MoreCommon Knee Injuries from Car Accidents
Knee Injuries from a car accident can put the brakes on our routines and activities. These types of injuries can occur in a variety of different car accidents such as: Rollovers Side impact crashes Rear-end accident A knee injury most commonly occurs when there is a swift blow to the knee, or whenever the leg...
Read MoreFollow These 5 tips to Prevent Atlanta Accidents During the Holiday Season
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), there are approximately 250 injuries every single day during the holiday season. The holiday season is a dangerous time for a lot of different reasons. You need to know what the biggest risks are, and how you can take steps to avoid becoming a victim during a...
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