Traumatic Brain Injury
The Truth Behind Whiplash & Soft Tissue Injuries:
How Devastating They Can Be
There are a ton of misconceptions about whiplash. With Hollywood depictions to stand-up jokes, numerous individuals imagine that whiplash is a minor injury that is misrepresented to make a bigger claim after an accident. In reality, whiplash and other severe soft tissue injuries can be debilitating to your life. What is Whiplash? Whiplash is a…
Read MoreFacing a Traumatic Brain Injury Head On
According to the National Center for Catastrophic Sports Injury Research (NCCSIR) at the University of North Carolina, there are about 1.1 million high school football players in the nation. That is approximately 11 times more football players than the NFL, college, junior college, arena football and semi-professional level combined. And yet, high school players are…
Read MoreTrucking Accident Attorney in Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville, North Carolina, is at the intersection of two major interstate highways. As a result, the people of Western North Carolina are more susceptible to being injured by tractor-trailer trucks, 18 wheeled vehicles, and large trucks being used in interstate commerce. These trucks are frequently loaded with as many as 80,000 lbs. The impact from…
Read MoreCatastrophic Injury Attorneys in Asheville
Need a catastrophic injury attorney in Asheville, North Carolina? Call Brad Stark at the law firm of Fisher Stark, P.A. 828-505-4300. Having an attorney who is experienced in catastrophic injuries is important. Catastrophic injuries involve significant lost wages, medical treatments, extended recuperation times, and often a lifetime of permanent disability. Catastrophic injuries include spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, severe head…
Read MorePremises Liability Personal Injury Law
All property owners have an obligation and duty to keep their premises safe. If a property owner fails to keep his property safe or fails to warn others of a dangerous condition on the property that could cause harm, he can be liable for injuries to another person. Examples of premises liability cases include slip…
Read MoreCatastrophic Injury Claims Assistance from Personal Injury Lawyers
Those who suffer catastrophic injuries as a result of the negligent or intentional acts of another suffer life-changing consequences. Catastrophic injuries may include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, paralysis, loss of hearing or vision, severe burns, loss of limbs or scarring and disfigurement. These injuries often are the result of bad choices made by…
Read MorePedestrian Safety
At some point in time, we are all a pedestrian. Whether you walk to work, jog for exercise or simply make your way around town while enjoying an evening out, staying safe should be a top priority. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, in 2013 a pedestrian was killed every 2 hours. In…
Read MoreFaith And Traumatic Brain Injury
When a person suffers brain injury, what role does faith play? Whether it’s the economy, personal tragedy, or healing, worldwide test results are the same—those who have faith heal faster. In two studies led by Assistant Psychology Professor, Michael Inzlicht, participants performed a Stroop task which assesses cognitive control. Comparing believers against non-believers, religious participants…
Read MoreTraumatic brain injury rehabilitation center
Choosing a rehabilitation center for a patient with a traumatic brain injury can be a critical and difficult decision. Since the overall goal of rehabilitation is to help the survivor function at home and in society, it’s important for the patient and their family to select the most appropriate rehabilitation center for their needs. There…
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