Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on October 14, 2014
Driving on Wet Road Conditions With fall beginning, the road conditions tend to be more slick than usual. The rainy season and leaves falling make the roadways more dangerous. Driving in even a light rain can be dangerous. The more it rains, the more water accumulates on the road. Leaves on roads are even more… read more
Posted in Injuries,Uncategorized on October 9, 2014
A bicycle isn’t just a toy-it’s also a vehicle. Just like any other car or truck, safety is important when riding a bike to prevent injuries. The cause of accidents and injuries are usually related to the behavior of the bicyclist. Be sure to take safety precautions before and during your bike rides. Before getting… read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on September 25, 2014
The Governor’s Highway Safety Association recently released a report showing that teen drivers make up the biggest category for drivers that were distracted during a fatal collision. 57% of the fatalities were the teen drivers, the other 43% includes other occupants, bicyclists, and pedestrians. 10% of all drivers under the age of 20 were reported… read more
Posted in Brain injuries,Uncategorized on September 16, 2014
September 14th-20th is National Child Passenger Safety Week. Motor vehicle accidents are the number 1 cause of death in children 12 years and younger. Most of the time death and serious injuries can be prevented by using the correct car seat for your child. Children ages 2-5 years old that use a seat belt before… read more
Posted in Dangerous Drugs,Uncategorized on September 12, 2014
On September 8, 2014, a 12 person jury in Texas ordered Boston Scientific Corporation to pay a Texas woman $73 Million after finding the company negligent in designing and marketing its Obtryx transvaginal mesh sling. The case was the first of many to go to trial against Boston Scientific in Texas State Court and was… read more
Posted in Safety Tips,Uncategorized on September 9, 2014
September is National Preparedness Month. If you and your family have not already taken the time to make a plan for when disaster strikes, now is the time to do it. Emergencies can happen at any time, big or small. Having a plan is not just for the home, but for the workplace and community… read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on September 5, 2014
In just over two days, two fatal car accidents have occurred on Interstate 79 near the Charleston metro area. Both of the fatalities occurred because the individuals were not wearing seatbelts and were ejected from their automobiles. Kanawha Cpl. Brian Humphreys and other law enforcement are hoping that an upcoming safety campaign will help encourage… read more
Posted in Traumatic Brain Injuries,Uncategorized on September 4, 2014
A former football player from Portland State University has filed a lawsuit against the school as well as the NCAA for damages related to a sustained concussion. The athlete alleges that the defendants failed to provide adequate post-concussion medical care and negligently allowed him to resume participating in football related activities. According to various reports,… read more
Posted in Traumatic Brain Injuries,Uncategorized on August 28, 2014
A class action lawsuit was filed yesterday by a group of soccer parents and players against FIFA, soccer’s international governing body, over its handling of concussions. The lawsuit, filed in a federal district court in California, also names U.S. Soccer and the American Youth Soccer Organization, alleging that they and FIFA have not properly monitored… read more
Posted in Traumatic Brain Injuries,Uncategorized on August 26, 2014
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers to be wary of supplements that claim to treat concussions and traumatic brain injuries (tbi). With the rise of awareness about concussions and brain injuries, some companies are offering unproven and untested products to consumers claiming to prevent, treat, or cure concussions. The FDA is… read more
