As you navigate Springfield’s city streets on your bicycle, you get the pleasure of fresh air and exercise on your journey. Unfortunately, cycling also means dealing with automobiles. According to the Virginia Department of motor vehicles, 16 bicyclists died and 618...
Injuries
4 personal injury claim myths debunked
Being involved in a personal injury accident comes with its own set of new hassles, including unexpected medical bills and needing to take time off from work. Victims have rights, but filing a lawsuit often comes with hesitation due to many misconceptions. Three myths...
Common causes of rear-end collisions
Every time you get behind the while you should expect the unexpected. While you may do your best to avoid an accident, other drivers may not have the same diligence. According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, rear-end collisions account for...
How is TBI treated?
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can cause a wide range of physical and mental effects. For some people, these effects are temporary. For others, the effects of TBI require ongoing treatment and therapy to restore function. Fortunately, there are a variety of treatments...
What are possible risks of receiving a skin graft?
Suffering a catastrophic injury in an auto accident could disfigure a part of your body. Because of a burn or a sudden impact with a solid surface in your car, you lose some of your skin. Furthermore, the resulting wound does not heal. Doctors may suggest that you...
What is the scale of burn severity?
Burn damage can do a lot to harm a person both in the short and long term. Of course, the more severe a burn injury, the worse this damage will grow. Starting from first-degree and going to third, each type of burn has its own impact. Understanding the scale can help...
What are some signs of spinal cord injuries?
After a car accident or another vehicle collision, you may not notice any major differences in how you walk or how your body feels at first. However, as time goes on, symptoms of spinal cord trauma can leave you struggling to complete everyday tasks. Learning about...
Understanding a Catastrophic Injury Claim in Virginia
Sustaining severe injuries in a car crash can devastate your life. Injuries can prevent you from working and require ongoing medical care and treatment. Knowing how to proceed can help you address the consequences you and your family face when a catastrophic injury...
Can you have a spinal injury and not know it?
Spinal injuries may conjure images of immediate paralysis, but not every injury happens that way. Sometimes, damage to the spine does not happen right away or show symptoms immediately. The Mayo Clinic explains there are times when an injury to the spine is not...
Trucker substance abuse violations on the rise
The trucking profession is often a lonely and difficult one, and many truck drivers turn to drugs or alcohol to help themselves cope. Research shows that the number of semi truck drivers using drugs or alcohol while on the job is rising. This means enhanced risks for...