Just the same as any other body part, the spinal cord can be injured in a number of ways. It can be damaged by dislocation, fractures, compression, hyperflexion, or hyperextension. Any spinal cord injury, regardless of the type, can cause the person serious harm, including paralysis. Here are the four
Anyone who has been involved in an accident and opts to pursue compensation for their injuries might hear the term “comparative negligence.” This term refers to the legal basis of how a person can seek compensation that is based on fault. What is comparative negligence? Comparative negligence uses a percentage-based
Although there is no way to completely eliminate truck accidents, there are steps truckers can take to help avoid this type of trouble in the future. Every year, there are hundreds of thousands of commercial vehicle accidents. In some cases, everybody walks away uninjured. Other accidents, however, cause serious injury
As a motorcyclist, you never think about the possibility of being involved in an accident. Even though this may not enter your mind often, you know it is a possibility. After all, other drivers could make a decision that leads to an accident. You can suffer many injuries in a
Opening a carton of eggs to see if one is broken is a habit many people have. If you see a crack in the shell or notice some of the egg whites oozing out, you likely don’t buy that carton. That cracked egg is similar to what happens when a
As we have discussed in the past, traumatic brain injuries are very serious injuries that can affect every aspect of the victim’s life. Each year, approximately 1.5 million people in the United States survive a TBI. Of those, approximately 75 to 90 percent are mild TBIs. Sadly, around 50,000 people
If a person is paralyzed, it does not mean that his or her life is over. They may have to adjust their way of living, but there are ways they can remain productive and enjoy life. This is particularly true in today’s day and age, as more and more strategies
We have often discussed how a brain injury can affect every aspect of a person’s life. When you think about the effects a brain injury can cause throughout the body, it is easy to understand that a person with a brain injury might have a large team of medical professionals
There are many types of spinal cord injuries, all of which should be taken seriously and treated in the appropriate manner. Even if you are in perfect health, it is essential that you understand how your body works. This will give you a better idea of just how important the
Semi-truck drivers have to take the size and length of their trailer into account when they drive. When you consider those factors, it is easy to see why driving in a safe manner is vitally important. Semi-truck drivers sometimes do things that can have a profound impact on the safety