The unexpected death of a close loved one is a devastating experience. People who have never known grief may underestimate how profound its impact can be. Those who have lost a spouse, parent, child or other close loved one may find themselves forever changed. They...
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Brain injuries can be especially dangerous for seniors
For those in their senior years, an accident – whether it’s a car crash or a fall – can cause more serious injuries than it might for a younger person. Bones are more likely to fracture, for example. Older people are also more likely to have past injuries to bones,...
3 fatal injuries motorists can sustain in an underride accident
Underride accidents occur when a smaller vehicle slides underneath the trailer of a large truck or a similar high-riding vehicle. The force and angle of impact usually bypass standard safety features like bumpers and airbags, leaving occupants dangerously exposed. ...
Compartment syndrome can occur after a crash
A person who is involved in a motor vehicle crash can suffer from several different types of injuries, some of which have serious complications. One complication that’s not often thought of is compartment syndrome. This is a serious condition that can develop after...
People hurt in car crashes often underestimate long-term costs
There are systems in place to limit the damage caused by car crashes. Drivers generally have to carry insurance, which can help reimburse people with verifiable collision expenses, including vehicle repair costs and hospital bills. In cases where a driver does not...
Covering financial losses when a stay-at-home parent dies
A wrongful death lawsuit is a way to impose consequences for negligence or misconduct that has led to a fatality. It is also a way for those affected by a tragedy to limit their losses. Frequently, plaintiffs pursuing wrongful death lawsuits seek reimbursement for...
Late summer is a prime time for pool accidents
If you are the parent of school-age children, the last fleeting days of summer are coming quickly to a close. That makes families often try to have one final summer fling and take a weekend holiday. But if your travels take you places where there are pools and spas,...
Dangerous stairs can injure visitors and make owners liable
Many premises liability claims involve same-level falls. Slip-and-fall incidents can put people in the hospital or force them to take time away from work. An individual loses traction and falls while perusing the aisles in a grocery store, which leads to a broken...
Traumatic brain injuries often come with unexpected costs
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....
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...
