What to do if you received an injury during a motorcycle accident
Did you know that most accidents occur when you get close to home? In addition, although motorcycles are only three percent of registered vehicles, more than 14% of accidents involve these machines. Although you should take a motorcycle safety and operation course and...
Securing compensation following a spinal cord injury
You likely grew up hearing your mother say to not do something because you will break your back. At a young age, you thought it was silly; however, now that you have suffered an injury to your spine, you understand why your mother was so cautious about certain...
3 things electrocution can do to the body
An electric shock occurs when a current from an electrical system passes in and out of the body. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration lists electricity as a source of danger to people in the workplace, specifically for professionals who work with...
How expensive is it to treat a traumatic brain injury?
A traumatic brain injury can completely reshape your life. You or your loved one may end up with permanent physical and cognitive limitations, and the impact that has on one’s enjoyment of life can be tremendous. As if that’s not enough, treating a traumatic brain...
Three reasons why you shouldn’t trust an insurance company
After your accident, you’re bound to be approached by one or more insurance companies. Representatives from these companies might seem friendly enough, but it’s important that you remember that they’re not looking out for you and your best interests. That’s why you’ll...
Treatments for spinal cord injuries are expensive
If you were in a car accident or if you fell on a slippery or uneven surface, it is possible you have suffered a spinal cord injury. If so, you are not alone. Approximately 17,000 people suffer a new spinal cord injury each year in the United States. And the treatment...
Frivolous defenses in personal injury cases
You may be familiar with the term “frivolous lawsuit” and perhaps you can even think of some examples of situations where a person’s injury was blown out of proportion with the goal of simply being a money-grab. However, “frivolous defenses” are more likely to...
What happens when the brain is starved of oxygen?
It is essential that our bodies receive sufficient oxygen for proper functioning. A lack of oxygen can cause hypoxic-anoxic brain injuries with serious consequences to one’s health. What are hypoxic-anoxic brain injuries? A hypoxic brain injury is also referred to as...
Near-drownings can cause permanent brain damage
Drownings tragically remain a serious problem in Louisiana and in other parts of the country. Overall, close to 4,000 people of all ages drown each year in this country. Next to medical issues, drowning is the most common reason young children die. Among children of...
Three ways to begin to prepare your personal injury case
When you’re injured in an accident caused by a negligent driver, you need to be prepared to take legal action if you hope to recover compensation for your damages. That process starts almost immediately after your wreck. Therefore, as you pursue your personal injury...