A traumatic brain injury (TBI) might result from a car crash or a fall from a significant elevation. People with brain injuries are often compelled to navigate a host of challenging symptoms affecting their daily lives. They may spend quite some time in the hospital...
Injuries
When is it time to get a personal injury attorney?
Cataclysmic events with severe injuries can change a person's life in a split second. Whether it is head trauma caused by a car collision, a back injury caused by a wet floor, or medical mistakes caused by a misdiagnosis, the injured often face lengthy recovery...
Certain hand sanitizers may being doing more harm
Recently, the world has shifted focus towards health and safety measures as more people turn towards facial coverings and hand sanitizer in public spaces. However, according to the US Food and Drug Administration, residents may need to re-evaluate their dependence on...
How to safely share the road with bicyclists
Most Minnesotans love spending their summer days outside, whether you choose hiking, walking or biking. However, there are certain dangers for drivers as more bicyclists and pedestrians hit the city streets. Commuters will need to take additional precautions while...
Simple steps for preventing falls among seniors
Falls are incredibly damaging for anyone. A wrong move could lead to severe injuries and a damaged ego for most kids and adults. However, falls are explicitly challenging for seniors, as the National Council on Aging suggests that falls are the leading cause of fatal...
Amazon recently settles in product liability suit
Many products are designed with a specific purpose, like convenience, entertainment or functionality. However, one flaw in a product's design could make a product's use turn deadly. After three years, one family is receiving a settlement after a defective hoverboard...
Do workplace injuries happen when you work remotely?
Many people have completely shifted their workplace environment over the last few months, and specifically, more employees are staying at home during the workday. However, it prompts questions surrounding work-related injuries. Are injuries at home during work hours...
How to keep your kids safe from dog bites
For many, dogs make wonderful and loving companions. But as animals, the reality is that any dog, regardless of their size, breed or temperament, can bite if provoked. While dog bites can happen to anyone, children are by far the most common victims. They are also at...
I was in a car accident. How do I know if I have whiplash?
Numerous injury types can occur from a motor vehicle accident. From a few cuts and bruises to a traumatic brain injury or loss of life. Some long-term health problems related to car accidents may be more subtle than others, but that does not mean they do not have...
2018 was a deadly year for pedestrians and cyclists
While the total number of traffic fatalities declined from the year before, 2018 was the deadliest year for pedestrians and cyclists since 1990, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The agency released its latest statistics on Oct....