Spinal cord injuries are well-known and widely feared. People don't want to injure their backs or necks. They fear the loss of motor function and sensation associated with spinal cord injuries. Frequently, popular media depictions of spinal cord injuries show people...
If you cannot work because of the physical or emotional toll of a car crash, recovering your lost wages isn’t as simple as quoting the insurance company a figure and hoping for a check. It takes proof and a clear understanding of how things work under Georgia law....
A car accident can be overwhelming, both emotionally and physically. While visible damage like cracked windshields and broken taillights may grab your attention right away, some of the most serious injuries aren’t always immediately apparent. Subtle injuries can...
Many of the types of injuries suffered in a car accident are just short-term in nature. For instance, someone suffers a broken leg and needs medical treatment. They can’t return to work for a few weeks while they heal, and it may be months before their injury feels...
In many rear-end accidents, people say that it is the following driver who is at fault. There are even those who say that the driver is always at fault, regardless of the specifics of the accident. This is not necessarily always true. For instance, a driver who...
Seeing a doctor after suffering a serious injury in a car accident, such as a severe burn or broken bone, can be a no-brainer. Yet, you may debate whether or not you need medical help when there is no visible injury or when the injuries are minor. Anyone involved in...
Motor vehicle collisions can cause some of the most severe injuries possible. People can lose limbs during crashes. They can also become paralyzed due to spinal cord injuries. Those who suffer spinal cord injuries or traumatic amputations typically know right away...
It’s very clear that intersections are dangerous places to drive. They lead to more than 50% of serious crashes that result in injuries or fatalities. Although some intersections are safer than others, all of them can be problematic—four-way stops, two-way stops,...
Injuries suffered in an accident may lead to physical or mental limitations that can leave you unable to return to your usual work duties or force you into a lower-paying job. This can have a profound effect on your financial stability, especially if your previous...
Car accidents injure millions of people every year. Sadly, tens of thousands of people also lose their lives in road traffic collisions. Various body parts can be injured during a crash, but the neck is particularly exposed. Here are some of the more common neck...