Car accidents are a common cause of traumatic brain injuries. Unfortunately, children are the most vulnerable passengers during a collision. TBIs can range from mild to severe, with moderate and severe TBIs resulting in long-lasting and sometimes permanent...
Traumatic brain injuries can have several life-changing consequences that impact a person's independence. It is rare that people fully recover from a TBI. To what extent a person recovers depends on several factors including age, health, access to treatment and the...
Pedestrians face a wide variety of risks while walking near traffic. From busy intersections to poorly-lit roads and chaotic parking lots, pedestrians can become injured in accidents for various reasons. Unfortunately, many pedestrians continue to sustain injuries and...
Swimming is a daily activity in warmer climates for good reasons. It remains an activity that is both healthy and highly pleasurable. In Florida, practically every home includes a pool. Many residents use theirs each morning. Despite the joys they offer, pools are...
Just like adults, children are susceptible to traumatic brain injuries in motor vehicle crashes, slip-and-fall accidents and other everyday incidents. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 160,000 kids require hospital care...
The high speed and force in severe car collisions can cause significant trauma to your body, but the extent of your injuries might not be immediately apparent. An adrenaline rush can mask many potentially life-altering injuries, with symptoms appearing anywhere from a...
If you enjoy riding an e-scooter, you need to pay attention to the different risks you face. When you ride near vehicles, you could become involved in a traffic accident that results in devastating injuries. It is important to go over statistics on e-scooter accidents...
Depending on numerous factors, motor vehicle occupants might suffer traumatic spinal cord damage that could have a lasting impact on their lives. From the loss of control of numerous limbs to the impact to internal organs, spinal cord damage is often catastrophic....
Unfortunately, accidents involving pedestrians and vehicles are very common. In straightforward cases where the driver is at fault, determining who pays for damages is easy. However, when the pedestrian shares fault with the driver, it affects the amount of...
Driving at night comes with additional risks that are less of a threat during the daylight hours. Drowsy drivers and intoxicated drivers on the road are more common at night and increase the risk of painful, costly accidents. Other drivers on the road are not the only...
