Traumatic brain injuries occur when there is a violent jolt to the head that causes damage to the brain tissue. TBIs range from mild to severe, and there is a variety of symptoms. Individuals who suffer from more serious forms of brain injury have long-term effects,...
Accidents involving large trucks typically result in major property damage, serious injuries and even death. Occupants of passenger vehicles generally receive more serious injuries because of the size and weight of the trucks. There are different factors involved with...
When winter arrives in Indiana, so does the need to clear the snow and ice that accumulate on sidewalks and roads. When home and business owners fail to do this, someone who slips and falls on their property may be able to hold them liable for any injuries. Young kids...
Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, occur when there is prolonged pressure on certain parts of the skin. Some places that these injuries take place are in hospitals and nursing homes when patients are immobile for longer periods of time. Although bedsores are not...
If you encounter a distracted driver on the road, they could cause an accident that leaves you with a debilitating injury. Distracted drivers pose a particularly significant threat, especially since vehicles can travel the length of a football field in seconds....
Sometimes the damage caused by a car accident is not apparent. Nerve damage, head injuries and fractures might appear weeks after the crash. Shock is another example that might not be immediately apparent, especially since so few people understand the symptoms. Shock...
Every hotel has a responsibility to protect the safety of its guests. You should expect to have a comfortable and accident-free stay from the moment you check in, but a single overlooked slipping hazard can ruin your road trip or family vacation. The hotel staff and...
As you head out to the store to stock up on the necessities, you likely do not think about the possibility of getting injured. While any business must minimize potential risks, unexpected incidents still happen. Potential hazards During a shopping excursion, you face...
A hip fracture is a significant injury, and many Indiana residents who suffer hip fractures face a long road to recovery. Research shows that most hip fractures occur after falls, so reducing an individual’s fall risks should also lower the chances of that individual...
When cars and commercial trucks collide in Indiana, the drivers and passengers in the smaller vehicles tend to suffer the most serious injuries. When a truck driver is under the influence, the chances of a truck wreck increase. This is particularly disconcerting given...
