A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change your life in an instant, but the financial impact often unfolds more slowly and insidiously. While most people expect hefty medical bills and lost income, the cost of a severe brain injury extends far beyond the hospital....
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Seeking compensation when a car accident affects a pregnancy
Car accidents are always stressful, but when a crash affects a pregnancy, the stakes change. Expectant parents face not only the immediate trauma of a collision but also the fear of harm to their unborn child. In Washington State, pregnant individuals injured in car...
3 injuries passengers may sustain in a rollover car accident
Unlike standard crashes, rollovers involve a vehicle flipping onto its side or roof and rolling over multiple times. This violent motion increases the likelihood of serious injury or death, particularly for passengers who have limited control over their environment...
TBIs can make a spouse feel like a stranger
When someone suffers from a traumatic brain injury, such as if they hit their head in a car accident, it can change many things about them. It can affect them on a physical level, an emotional level, and a sensory level. They may have an increased sensitivity to...
Motorcyclists must be aware of left-turn accidents
There are many different ways that motorcycle accidents can happen, and all of them are dangerous. Motorcycles offer relatively little protection, so there’s a high chance that riders could suffer severe injuries in a crash. Often, it is other drivers who cause these...
Loose objects can become projectiles during a crash
The impact that occurs during a crash can cause objects within the vehicle to shift. In some cases, the jolt is so severe that those objects may become airborne. Because of this, items like cellphones, water bottles and handbags that most people don’t think of...
Spinal cord injuries may stem from a motor vehicle crash
Motor vehicle crashes can lead to a variety of injuries, some of which involve the spinal cord. These injuries can cause paralysis and a host of other symptoms that can last a person’s lifetime. Anyone who’s suffered a spinal cord injury should receive immediate...
What must plaintiffs prove to win wrongful death lawsuits?
The sudden death of a family member can result in numerous serious consequences. People experience grief and disruptions to their social relationships. There may be practical consequences as well. The family may have to adjust to a reduced overall household income and...
Parents must use car seats properly to protect their children
Most parents want to protect their children as much as possible. One way they can do this is by ensuring the children are in a car seat that’s properly installed. These special seats are designed for children. They absorb the impact and keep the child secure if you’re...
How brain injuries can impact the senses and daily functions
Brain injuries can have a lasting impact, especially when they affect the senses and basic daily functions. Even mild trauma can interfere with how the brain processes sensory information or controls movement, memory and emotions. After a car accident, some brain...