When the weather starts warming up in Washington, it's a sign that summer is around the corner. While summer is a season that's all about having fun, it's also a time when lots of injuries can occur. With that in mind, here's why summer poses an increased risk for...
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How does speeding lead to car crashes?
In Seattle, car crashes are a leading cause of death and serious injury. There are certain reasons why speeding leads to this problem and ways to avoid it. How does speeding lead to more car crashes? The faster a driver is going, the less time they have to react to...
Traumatic brain injury categories need an update
Washington residents who suffer a traumatic brain injury sometimes face a serious change in the quality of their lives. This type of injury can result from a car crash, a fall or many other situations. The effects of a traumatic brain injury can be temporary,...
Young soccer players face head injury risks
Young soccer players may face serious risks of head injuries and brain impacts while playing at school or on recreational teams. While the impact of head injuries in football has received more attention, Seattle youth soccer players also suffer from severe impacts...
Understanding drunk driving and car accidents
It's no secret that drunk driving is a huge problem in Washington. Every year, thousands of people die in auto accidents that involve a driver who was under the influence. How drunk driving leads to car accidents One of the most common ways that drunk driving leads to...
Comparative negligence laws in Washington state
Filing suit against a potentially negligent party in the state of Washington can be a challenge in some situations, but not as difficult as in some other states. The details surrounding how the injury occurred are still vital to the final outcome in most cases even...
Improper cargo loading leads to truck accidents
In Washington, there are commercial trucking laws, combined with federal safety regulations, that govern what truck drivers can and cannot do on the road. They are restricted in the amount of weight they can place on their trucks and are told how to load and unload...
Claim elements of a wrongful death lawsuit in Washington state
Wrongful death lawsuits are the most serious type of personal injury claim that can be filed in a Washington court. Each state has specific parameters regarding what may or may not be claimed in a wrongful death action as well as who actually has the standing to bring...
What to know about cognitive rehabilitation therapy
Are you recovering from a brain injury in Washington? This can be a very severe type of injury that takes a long time to recover from. The effects of your injury may require rehabilitation. In some cases, the damage may be long lasting or even permanent. Here is what...
How does a TBI affect people injured as children?
Residents of Seattle who suffer from traumatic brain injuries have certain challenges in their daily lives. It’s different for individuals when the injury was sustained during childhood. What is traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury can be mild to severe....