Dump trucks and garbage trucks are so common on the road, we often do not think twice about their presence. However, they will become much more noticeable after you the victim of an accident involving a dump truck or garbage truck. Due to the weight and size of these vehicles, especially when hauling a full […]
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8 Steps You Should Follow While most of us get behind the wheel without considering the prospect of a serious automobile accident, statistically, your chances of being involved in a car accident in your lifetime are relatively high. Do you know what to do if you’re involved in a car accident with injuries? How do
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According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), motor vehicle accidents injured 2,746,000 people and killed 37,133 on U.S. roads in one recent year. Many of those injured suffered or may still suffer from post traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) as a result of the accident. A study published by the U.S. National Library of
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Car accidents happen every day across California. In 2016, car accidents accounted for 9,746 fatalities and injuries in San Diego County. Any accident can be traumatic. Those involving serious injury or death can leave you feeling lost and uncertain as to what comes next. However, taking the appropriate steps after an accident is important to
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Brain injuries are often misdiagnosed or simply not diagnosed at all. However, brain injuries can be as catastrophic for the victims regardless of whether they are diagnosed appropriately. Early treatment is the best way to mitigate the potentially catastrophic effects of a brain injury. In the United States, more than 150 people die each day
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Any type of injury to the brain has potentially dire consequences. Any time you suffer a head injury, you should seek immediate medical attention to diagnose any potential damage to the brain. The sooner a brain injury is diagnosed and treated, the more likely you are to fully recover. Undiagnosed brain injuries can result in
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And How a Brain Injury Lawyer Can Help You Pay for Them When a loved one experiences a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you want them to receive the best care possible. A TBI requires specialized care due to the complex nature of what is the most important organ in the body. Depending upon the severity
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Originally called punch drunk syndrome, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a degenerative brain disease found in people who have experienced TBIs. TBIs are commonly defined as repetitive brain injuries, including concussions and subconcussive hits to the head. Doctors first started learning about CTE in boxers during the early 20th century and it’s also common among
California is a beautiful place to drive, but it can also be dangerous. In 2018, 3,463 people died in California motor vehicle accidents and many more suffered serious injuries. Car accidents are a leading cause of brain injuries, such as concussions. Concussions vary a great deal in severity, recovery time, cost of treatment, method of
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