Currently, federal law blocks most people from suing gun manufacturers for injuries caused by shootings. However, some California lawmakers want to change this. How might the law change and how could this help shooting victims? When can victims sue? Current federal...
Personal Injury
What is autonomic dysreflexia?
After a spinal cord injury, your body no longer works the same way. Changes to which the body cannot adapt effectively can result in dangerous complications. Autonomic dysreflexia is a potentially deadly complication of a spinal cord injury. Its origins may be...
What fall risks are most prevalent for seniors?
The older you get, the more prone you are to injury when you fall. As your bones and ligaments grow more brittle and fragile, even the smallest impact from a relatively low height can do a number on you. Unfortunately, the injuries resulting from a fall are not always...
What are the three types of distracted driving?
It is common for people to link distracted driving only with using a cell phone when behind the wheel, but this is not the only time you may suffer from distractions while operating a vehicle. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explain that distracted...
How do you identify a skull fracture?
When dealing with injuries to the skull, it is important to get quick medical treatment. Part of this process involves knowing how serious the injury is and what sort of injury you may need to be treated, as this can change how emergency responders will treat the...
How do medical professionals treat spinal cord injuries?
After a distracted driver struck you while navigating California's streets, doctors diagnosed you with a spinal cord injury. What treatment options do you have? To build your personal injury case, Mayo Clinic explains how health care professionals treat spinal cord...
4 mistakes that can jeopardize your personal injury case
After you suffer an injury in a car collision, slip-and-fall or workplace accident, you likely want to seek compensation for your medical bills and other related costs. The at-fault party in your accident will try to avoid liability, and your actions could help them...
Can a head injury cause mental or emotional issues?
The physical effects of head injuries are well-known. A car accident, slip and fall, or other event can cause headaches, dizziness, vision problems, and even paralysis in serious cases if you incur a head injury as a result. These injuries are also associated with...
Unusual injuries: Top 3 most dangerous trees
Every year, countless individuals file lawsuits for injuries they incur. Often, personal injury cases involve vehicle accidents, faulty products or negligent practices. Sometimes, however, situations are more unusual. Have you ever considered what kind of dangers...
How mobility loss can impact your life
One of the most devastating outcomes of a serious accident is the loss of your mobility. Even if temporary, difficulty moving can impact your independence and compromise your health. Understanding some of the ways that mobility loss can affect you may empower you to...
