Injuries
Cerebral Palsy From a Birth Injury
Cerebral palsy is a life-altering condition that affects thousands of children every year. It is often caused by birth injuries, leaving families devastated and searching for answers. If you or your loved one has been affected by cerebral palsy due to a birth injury, it is essential to understand your rights and seek legal help.…
Read MoreHow are TBI Settlements Calculated?
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) usually occur when an individual experiences blunt force trauma to their head or strikes their head on a hard surface with significant force. These injuries are common in various accidents, including motor vehicle collisions and property-related accidents. Victims of TBIs frequently experience severe headaches, short or long-term memory losses, and sometimes,…
Read MoreWhat to know about shoulder impingement due to a car accident
In Ohio, shoulder impingement is a painful yet often overlooked potential consequence of motor vehicle accidents. A shoulder impingement occurs due to inflammation in the shoulder tendons or bursa. The swelling pinches or impinges on the tendons and other structures, causing chronic pain, reduced mobility and other problems. How car accidents cause shoulder impingement Car…
Read MoreNew approach to the classification of traumatic brain injury
Every day in Ohio and around the country, an average of 190 people die from a traumatic brain injury. A traumatic brain injury is typically caused by a forceful bump or blow to the head. The result can be short-term, or it can be completely life changing. Current treatment approaches have come under fire for…
Read MoreHow can fog affect a car crash?
Fog, a weather condition caused by tiny water droplets suspended in the air, can significantly affect road safety and contribute to car accidents. Reduced visibility and altered driving conditions make it a hazardous challenge for drivers. Learning about how it affects drivers can help. Lack of visibility Fog reduces visibility by creating a hazy environment…
Read MoreThe causes of birth-related brain damage
When a brain injury occurs, cells in the brain are damaged or destroyed. Sadly, there are a number of children in Ohio that are suffering from permanent brain damage since birth. Birth brain damage causes Brain damage at birth is considered a serious personal injury because it can lead to permanent disability, causing the child…
Read MorePossible recovery for Ohio spinal cord injury victims
According to the Ohio Department of Public Safety, there were 310,801 motor vehicle accidents in Ohio in 2022. Accidents involving motor vehicles are a leading cause of traumatic spinal cord injuries. These injuries can cause short-term or permanent paralysis. Medical research In 2022, Northwestern University scientists successfully repaired spinal tissue and reversed paralysis in mice.…
Read MorePedestrian accidents continued an alarming tend in 2022
A disturbing traffic trend has continued to rise in Ohio and throughout the United States. Statistics show that pedestrian accidents continued to grow in the first half of 2022, following a 40-year high in pedestrian deaths in 2021. Historical statistics make the trend even more disturbing The analysis from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA)…
Read MoreFatal motorcycle accidents are on the rise
Riding a motorcycle has many benefits for commuters, but even the most experienced motorcyclist knows dangers exist. Motorcycles do not provide the protection other vehicles deliver. Therefore, additional caution on Ohio roads becomes necessary. Experience often tells motorcyclists that even the most cautious enthusiast can end up in an accident. Statistics paint a clear picture…
Read MoreNursing home cases of neglect blamed on dementia
Nursing home residents engage in fights regularly, but many of their behaviors remain unseen. The reasons why they misbehave are often misunderstood and misclassified. The patients may be blamed for violent attacks when the problem of institutional neglect is the cause. There are plenty of legal options for Ohio victims and their families to consider.…
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