Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can affect just about everything we do. It all depends on what part of the brain was injured and how seriously. People can have cognitive, sensory, neurological and even emotional and behavioral changes after a TBI – even a concussion....
Auto Accident Injuries
Risk factors for PTSD after a car accident
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychological disorder that happens when someone goes through a very difficult event. It can cause all manner of different changes in their life, and PTSD is unique to everyone’s specific situation. The symptoms that one...
Were you hit by a driver wearing headphones?
A driver runs a stop sign and hits you while you’re crossing the street. Thankfully, they do come to a stop and get out to see if you’re OK. When they do, they take off a pair of headphones and set them back in the car. Instantly, you start wondering if they were...
What protects pedestrians who get hit by California drivers?
Whether you decide to walk to the local coffee shop to meet up with friends or go out for your daily jog, you expect to reach your destination safely. There are traffic laws that specifically exist to reduce the likelihood of a collision occurring between you and a...
Understanding post-traumatic amnesia
If you’ve been involved in a car crash, it may seem normal that you don’t remember exactly what happened in the moments before or immediately afterward. After all, you’re still in shock from the whole thing. However, if you suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you...
The cost of updating to accommodate a spinal cord injury
When a car crash results in a spinal cord injury, you can expect your total costs to be significant. Even incomplete spinal cord injuries will cause tens of thousands of dollars of medical care needs right after a crash and will generate ongoing medical support costs...
4 hidden injuries you can have after a wreck
Car accidents happen all the time. It’s highly likely that victims of an auto accident will be injured. While many injuries can be obvious, such as bruises, cuts, exposed bones and bleeding, other injuries may not be immediately noticeable. Hidden injuries can be...
Symptoms of hidden injuries after an auto accident
Knowing the damage to your car after an auto accident should only be a fraction of your worry when it’s highly likely you’re suffering from injuries. That feeling that you’re fine after an accident is likely just adrenaline from the crash. You may not realize this...
Does age play a role in the probability of vehicle crashes?
Many people automatically assume that drivers in certain age groups are more unsafe than others. While it is true that there are some age groups that have a higher probability of being in a crash, there are many different factors that play a role in how likely someone...
Why is it dangerous to put your feet on the dash of a car?
Does your spouse, sibling or friend have a habit of putting their feet on your car's dashboard? In the back of your mind, you know it’s dangerous for passengers to put their feet on the dash, but for the life of you, you can’t remember why. There may not be any laws...