Understanding the Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Losing a family member is one of the most difficult things we can go through, especially when that beloved person died due to the negligence or recklessness of another party. When that loved one dies, we want to ensure that justice has been sought and that we fully understand what happened and that hopefully it […]
The Symptoms of Blast Force Brain Trauma
In a matter of seconds, your life or the life of a loved one can be altered with a blast force brain trauma. A blast force brain trauma is caused by an explosion. According to brainline.org, a blast injury “feels like being hit by a wave and then being pulled back into the ocean — all […]
How to Handle a Tractor-Trailer Accident
If you’ve been in an accident with a tractor-trailer in Georgia, it can be quite a bit more complicated than a car accident with another non-commercial car. A tractor-trailer accident can often be more serious than a typical car accident (due to the size of the truck and the cargo that the tractor-trailer might be […]
Is There New Hope for Spine Injuries?
Spine injuries are typically characterized by a loss of feeling in extremities, diminished capacity of normal bodily functions, or worse, paralysis. Complete damage to the spinal cord is considered irreparable. That may change, thanks to the research behind a medical trial in Sydney, Australia. HOPE FOR SPINE INJURY VICTIMS A nascent medical technology known as neuromodulation promises […]
Is A Burn Injury Worth Going To Trial?
According to the American Burn Association’s Burn Injury Fact Sheet: “Today, 96.7% of those treated in burn centers will survive. Unfortunately, many of those survivors will sustain serious scarring, life-long physical disabilities, and adjustment difficulties.” Burn injuries can be devastating. Skin tissue is permanently destroyed or scarred. Disfiguring burns change people’s lives forever, causing untold emotional […]
Pain Relief with Electricity
The road to recovery following an injury accident can be long and arduous. Pain relief for those injuries in the past frequently came in the form of various opioid medications. Injury victims had to weigh the side effects of pain meds and the risk of addiction against their need for pain relief. Fortunately, medical technology has provided […]
Methylene Chloride Poisoning: Why a Mask is Not Enough
Dichloromethane, or methylene chloride, is a chemical frequently used in such solvents as paint stripper. It is highly toxic when inhaled and exposure can be fatal within minutes. Products containing methylene chloride are sold in retail stores for home use, as well as being widely used commercially. THE RISK OF METHYLENE CHLORIDE POISONING In the […]
Three Tips to Help Seniors Up Their Driving Game
Seniors who have logged a lifetime of miles behind the wheel are among the safest drivers on the road. Experience counts for much as a motorist; however, with age come to some challenges to go along with that experience. 3 WAYS SENIORS CAN IMPROVE DRIVING SKILLS Safe driving requires keen hearing and eyesight and good […]
Vehicle Recalls and Injuries: Victim’s Recourse
Today’s automobiles are more complex than ever before, built with thousands of components from various manufacturers. Vehicle recalls are unfortunately commonplace, due to manufacturing or design defects that can cause injury or death. Defects in-vehicle components like tires, airbags, seatbelts, and accelerators have accounted for billions of dollars in lost wages, medical expenses, and insurance […]
Fires In Nursing Homes: What’s the Legal Standard of Prevention?
Electing to place a loved one in the care of a nursing home is a painful choice for anyone to make. That decision merits confidence that the facility you choose will provide a safe and supportive environment. One major safety concern is fired in nursing homes. When assessing the fire safety of a nursing home, […]
