Category: Personal Injury
A coup-contrecoup brain injury occurs when the brain suffers damage on two opposite sides by shifting back and forth within the skull. The initial impact site is the coup, and the secondary impact site on the opposite side of the brain is the contrecoup. Coup-contrecoup injuries are common in situations where a person experiences a […]
Car accidents frequently occur on Alabama roadways, and they often result in significant injuries. Internal bleeding from a car accident is one of the potentially life-threatening effects of a collision. Understanding the symptoms of internal bleeding after a car accident could be critical to your health. How Car Accidents Can Cause Internal Bleeding Can you […]
If you suffered a personal injury caused by someone else’s negligence, you can seek compensation from the at-fault party’s insurance company. Depending on the accident that hurt you, it could be an auto insurance, homeowner’s insurance, renter’s insurance, or business liability insurance claim. While your lawyer works to resolve your case and secure financial compensation, […]
Whiplash is a neck injury that can cause significant pain, and in severe cases, the symptoms of whiplash can be long-lasting. Treating whiplash is often expensive and time-consuming, and you might be unable to work while you recuperate. The costs associated with your recovery, coupled with lost income, could place a significant financial burden on […]
Running some 366 miles from the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee Valley, Interstate 65 is one of the longest interstate highways in Alabama. If you’re traveling along I-65 for business or pleasure, the seven rest stops and one welcome center provide convenient places to stretch your legs, use the facilities, and even have a picnic. […]
A medical emergency can significantly impact your health and finances, especially if your injuries require a lengthy hospital stay. With how expensive medical treatment can be, it’s no wonder that around two-thirds of people who file for bankruptcy say that medical bills were why they filed, according to one study. Unfortunately, people in Alabama with […]
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you might be wondering if you can take legal action against the person who was responsible for the crash. Because each state in the U.S. operates under either a “fault” or “no-fault” system, it’s crucial to understand what this means. Here, we’ll discuss which system Alabama uses. […]
Getting timely medical care after an injury or accident is vitally important. The longer an injury goes untreated, the less likely it will fully heal. If certain types of injuries are not diagnosed and treated immediately, they may lead to severe complications or even death. For example, a slip and fall can fracture a vertebra, […]
All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are widely used for work and recreation across Alabama. Unfortunately, ATV accidents happen frequently. Drivers, passengers, and even bystanders could suffer severe and potentially catastrophic injuries. Because ATVs are almost always driven off-road, the terrain could be dangerous, leading to roll-over accidents and collisions with objects. Driver negligence is also a common cause of […]
There has been a 13 percent increase in the pedestrian death rate for pedestrians ages 12 to 19 since 2013, according to a report from the global nonprofit organization Safe Kids Worldwide. Five teenage pedestrians die every week on average in the United States. While teenagers in the 15-19 cohort only account for 26 percent of all children […]