Traumatic Brain Injury
Top 3 Causes of Bicycle Accidents in WNC
What Causes Bicycle Accidents in WNC? The mountains of western North Carolina are full of breath-taking views and great biking trails. It also is full of winding roads and tight turns. These mountain roads can cause bicycle accidents due to negligent drivers. In this article we will point out the main causes of bicycle…
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Top 10 Personal Injury
Accidents On Construction Sites [2021]
Construction-Related Personal Injury? The risk of personal injury is quite high on construction sites, where dangerous tools like industrial trucks, power tools and scaffolding can be found. Combined, these tools only increase their levels of danger. Many accidents resulting in personal injury are caused by negligence, improper use of tools, poor planning and failure to…
Read MoreUS Veterans and Long-Term Traumatic Brain Injury Effects
Are You a War Veteran? Did you know? “Evidence indicates that moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) increases the risk of developing certain forms of dementia. One study of female veterans found a 49% greater risk of dementia among those with TBI.” A study in older war veterans, many of whom were Vietnam vets,…
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Scientists Believe that this Little Known Protein
Can Help Analyze Long Term Traumatic Brain Injuries
Can a Little Wiggly Piece of Protein (Neurofilament Light) Detect Traumatic Brain Damage that Won’t Appear for Years? Unfortunately, brain damage from trauma occurs all too frequently. Typically, the hospital emergency room doctors are looking at brain trauma from a triage perspective. A scan or imaging of the brain typically is used only rules…
Read MoreCar Accident? Why The Best Legal Advice Comes from a Lawyer
“Why You Should Listen To Your Attorney & Tune Out Everyone Else” In moments of stress, the kind of stress that is easily associated with the troubles that come from car accidents or injuries, it is human nature to seek car accident legal advice or counsel from a lot of different people. Authority figures, friends,…
Read MoreThe Personal Injury Claims Process
You have been involved in a crash or an accident that resulted in injuries. So now what? Your life is changed in a split second. Your time is now all about doctor’s visits, dealing tieh pain, replacing your vehicle and adjusting everything else too. From your work schedule to your busy life, a wreck can…
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Is it Normal to Have Mood Changes After
a Concussion or Serious Head Injury?
“Why Has He Gotten So Moody After His Concussion?” Concussions and other traumatic brain injuries can commonly impact a person’s anxiety or mood. Tasks or small issues that folks could normally take in stride may become more upsetting after a concussion. Concussions also typically make a person feel more down, depressed, or sad than normal.…
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Personal Injury Trial vs Settlement
(Pros & Cons)
Settlement vs Trial in Personal Injury Cases? According to an article in the Law Dictionary … 95 percent of personal injury cases end in a pre-trial settlement, meaning that only 5 percent of personal injury cases go to a jury trial. In fact, most personal injury lawyers will spend their pre-trial time preparing a case…
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Hidden Signs of a Serious Head Injury
(Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms)
Serious Head Injury Symptoms “How do you know if you have experienced a traumatic brain injury?” Identifying a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be difficult, even when victims are treated in the emergency room or urgent care. Doctors often miss some of the signs and symptoms of a TBI. Also, some symptoms of brain injuries…
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injury – A Survival Guide for Families
A Survival Guide for Families of Traumatic Brain Injury Victims Suffering a traumatic brain injury is life altering, not only for the patient, but also for their families. Things may not be the same, home life and relationships have to adapt and adjust to accommodate the recovery and rehabilitation of their loved one. There are…
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