Coup/Contrecoup Traumatic Brain Injury
Coup-Contrecoup Injuries are a type of brain injury resulting from strikes to the head Traumatic brain injuries can happen because of various types of accidents. In 2014, there were 2.87 million hospital and emergency room visits because of a traumatic brain injury. Traumatic brain injuries are caused by a forceful strike to the head and… Read more »
Winter Driving Tips for Minnesotans
Minnesotans know that safe driving during the winter is all about knowing how to maneuver on the road. Each year, 1,300 people are killed because of winter-related accidents in the United States. Another 116,800 people are injured due to weather conditions. We know that driving in the winter can be scary. But by being prepared… Read more »
December Deadly Motor Vehicle Accidents
December is already a stressful month. With the holidays, family events, and harsh weather, it can be harder to stay safe. With all these extra stressors, the last thing you need is an accident on your hands. Dealing with medical bills and a lawsuit won’t exactly lessen the holiday stress you’re already feeling. However, if… Read more »
Dog Breeds That Bite and Injure Most Often
Dog bites can cause a variety of injuries ranging from cuts and minor nerve damage to amputation. Dog bites may not seem like a common occurrence. But in reality, dog bites occur more frequently than you may think and by a variety of different dog breeds. 4.5 million dog bites occur in the United States… Read more »
Car Accidents on the Rise During Winter
Driving in the snow in the winter can be incredibly dangerous, accounting for an average of 1,300 deaths each year, as well as 116,000 injuries because of weather conditions. Winter car accidents can cause critical injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, back injuries, and wrongful death. After a car accident injury, you… Read more »
Child Bicycle Accidents
Children’s Bicycle Accident Statistics Bicycle accidents among children are incredibly common for a variety of reasons. Children often ride their bikes around their own neighborhoods, however as they grow up they’re often allowed to branch out further, exploring nearby neighborhoods or even venturing into town. Children may not be equipped with the rules of the… Read more »
Treatment for Common Back and Neck Injuries
To be “the backbone” of something has come to mean the most important element that holds the rest together. This phrase is popular with good reason. The muscles, nerves, and bones of the back greatly impact our mobility and the feeling in the rest of our bodies. These critical bones of the spine extend to… Read more »
Why You Shouldn’t Skimp on Motorcycle Insurance
Almost anyone who takes a close look at their expenses will find a few places where they can tighten their belts. After months or even years of accident-free driving, cutting back on vehicle insurance might start to look like a good way to save a few bucks. When it comes to motorcycle coverage, that isn’t… Read more »
School Abuse Cases
When you leave your child at school, you expect them to be safe and in good hands. When an accident occurs, you may be left feeling angry at the school for allowing such an injury or incident to occur under their supervision. Schools owe a level of care to their students, to take care of… Read more »
Passenger Rights After a Car Accident
Car accidents are scary and stressful and can be damaging for everyone, including passengers. When you’re on the road, your safety is never fully in your own hands. That is especially true when you’re traveling as a passenger rather than a driver. A car accident can be particularly overwhelming in this situation. However, you can… Read more »