Category: Personal Injury
Camp Lejeune Justice Act Ushers New Hope For Victims
Justice seems finally within reach seven decades after the tragic water contamination at the US Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. President Joe Biden honored the Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act of 2022 by signing the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA) into law in August last year. CLJA aims to aid veterans and
Can A Mild Concussion Become Dangerous?
Concussions are common injuries often experienced in accidents where you hit your head. The force could leave apparent bumps, but lingering symptoms could differ from person to person. Even a mild concussion often leaves patients with symptoms that affect them physically, emotionally and mentally. The usual symptoms of a concussion include the following: Light sensitivity Nausea or
Can You Prevent Spinal Cord Injuries?
Spinal cord injuries can happen in an instant and change your life forever. They can leave you with permanent mobility limitations, chronic pain and a decreased quality of life. But the good news is that many spinal cord injuries can be prevented through awareness and action. Here’s how you can prevent spinal cord injuries. Wearing
Three Unexpected Consequences From Severe Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycles are dangerous – there is no doubt about that. There are ways to protect yourself, such as wearing a helmet and protective gear. Still, in the end, it is just you against much larger cars and trucks that can fail to see you on the road and hit you from any angle, resulting in
How Long Do You Have To Make A Personal Injury Claim?
When another person came from a side road and blew through a red light, you barely had time to react. One moment, you were just passing through the intersection. The next, you were calling 911 to get the emergency team to your location as soon as possible. The other driver was fortunate in your case
Three Unexpected Consequences From A Severe Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle enthusiasts know that there’s nothing quite as liberating as taking to the highway on a motorcycle. Unfortunately, motorcyclists also know that cars being less likely to see them, inclement weather and road conditions all increase the odds of a potentially horrific accident. Here are some of the challenges that you will have to deal
E-scooters May Be Fun, But They Are Also Be Dangerous
You decided to rent an e-scooter while you were visiting another state. This may have been your first time riding one of these scooters, so you were not aware of the risks involved in using them. Now, you have a bad case of road rash, a concussion and a broken wrist. You hit a pothole
3 Crucial Elements Of A Personal Injury Claim
Personal injury claims are some of the most common types of lawsuits. To prove and win a personal injury lawsuit, you must begin by establishing the cause of action that resulted in the injury. Understanding these elements can make it easier to determine whether your claim has merit or not. Here are three crucial elements
Why Do Women Change Their Minds About The Mirena Iud?
When your doctor first suggests it or you read about it online, the Mirena IUD sounds like the perfect form of birth control. It is almost completely effective as a form of birth control for up to six years after placement by a professional. The way it works is twofold. It causes a mild irritation
What Are The Symptoms Of Brain Injuries?
For car accidents in Alabama that involve head trauma, victims may walk away with some degree of brain injury. Sometimes, the symptoms are mild and fade away over time. But if the injuries were serious, an individual could suffer from a traumatic brain injury that leaves them disabled or comatose. Here’s what you need to