One of the leading causes of death among young children in the United States is drowning. Learning to swim does not make it impossible for your child to drown, but it does reduce the risk by providing an extra layer of protection. The American Academy of Pediatrics...
Lawsuits against government entities in California
Government entities enjoy fewer liabilities than private citizens, but there are several circumstances when an injured party can sue under California law. Public liability protections proceed from sovereign immunity doctrine — one that has relaxed over time but still...
Truck drivers report high rates of substance abuse
The trucking profession is often a lonely one. The long hours and difficult nature of the job lead many truck drivers to seek out ways to relax or combat boredom. These are among the reasons that today’s truckers report high rates of substance abuse, even though using...
What fall injuries are you at risk for as a senior?
As you age, changes in your body may make you more prone to injury if you suffer a fall. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that three million seniors visit hospital emergency rooms after such an event. Not all fall injuries are immediately...
The costs you incur after an SCI
Spinal cord injuries leave some of the most devastating impacts after a catastrophic motor vehicle accident. An SCI can derail your life physically, financially and emotionally. The National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center details the average costs that you or...
What is the statute of limitations?
If you want to file a personal injury case or any type of civil case, you must do so by a specific time. The law places a limit on how long you can take to file your case called the statute of limitations, according to the California Courts. The statute of...
5 causes of rollover crashes
A rollover is a motor vehicle accident in which a car, truck or SUV tips over and lands on its roof. It is a particularly violent type of crash that poses a particular threat of death, traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries to the vehicle's occupants,...
How do you plan to return to work after your personal injury?
Thankfully, you can still work after your recent injury. Or maybe you have healed enough from a recent injury that you can go back to work. Either way, you need a transition plan if you want to overcome challenges. WITI offers several tips for getting back to work...
Can TBIs result in personality changes?
California residents who suffer from head injuries may deal with side effects. Some of those side effects result in memory issues. Others cause changes to a person's temperament or personality. Today we will take a look into personality changes brought on by TBIs....
Know the symptoms of PTSD
Most people associate post-traumatic stress disorder with military service. While many veterans do, in fact, suffer from PTSD, this is a psychological condition that applies to many other professions and situations. Anyone who suffers from trauma has the potential to...
