Any time an accident leads to injuries, it can upend the injured person’s life. However, only some injuries are considered “catastrophic.” Catastrophic injuries involve significant physical damage, often leaving a person unable to recover fully. These life-altering...
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can happen any time that you strike your head with a significant amount of force. An open injury indicates that there is a clear wound, but remember that closed injuries can also happen. An example of this would be a concussion, where...
If a person or company fails to take appropriate steps to protect you, you may know that you have legal options that allow you to hold them responsible. However, if harm comes to a minor, they cannot bring a claim on their own. What should parents know after the...
A dog bite can have a long-lasting impact on a person’s life. They may need long-term medical care, including reconstructive surgery. They may need to spend time away from work to care for their health. They may even have permanent scarring or other changes to their...
Large vehicles like pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUVs) have grown in popularity across the United States in recent years. Unfortunately, while these vehicles can provide a number of benefits to the drivers that choose them, they can also increase the risk...
Dog bites can lead to a variety of serious injuries. Broken bones, nerve and tissue damage, scarring and other serious injuries may impact a person’s life long after the initial incident. Unfortunately, even if a person’s injury initially seems minor, injured people...
Most residents of Pennsylvania don't understand the rules that protect them when someone they love dies. After all, people hope to never need to make use of those protections. Unfortunately, not everyone dies of old age in the comfort of their home while surrounded by...
When drivers dedicate their attention to the task at hand, they can respond to risks and keep both themselves and other drivers safe as they travel. Unfortunately, drivers may become distracted behind the wheel, and this can put you in danger. How many drivers on the...
Greeting a dog while you are out can bring joy to your day. Between the happy wagging tail and the proud owner, it can seem like they are both thrilled to see you. However, in some circumstances, a friendly greeting can quickly turn into a nightmare. Dog bites can...
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can result from a variety of accidents, including car collisions and workplace accidents. While some of these brain injuries heal with proper care, others have a long-term impact on the way that injured people interact with the world....