Head injuries and brain injuries can be very dangerous. It is important for parents to monitor the symptoms if a child has been injured, and even adults may need monitoring after a serious head injury. In some cases, you may hear people say that it is dangerous for...
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When car accidents happen on the way to or from school
Car accidents during a community’s commute to and from school are unfortunately common and can result in serious consequences for students and their families. Morning and afternoon school commutes typically see an increase in traffic congestion, distracted drivers...
Can you sue if a prank goes wrong
A harmless joke can quickly turn serious when someone ends up hurt. What starts as just a laugh can lead to real injuries, medical bills and emotional distress. Whether it happens at school, at work or even among friends, a prank gone wrong can raise important legal...
Why brain injury symptoms can last for the rest of your life
If you suffer serious injuries in a car accident, some of them may heal with enough time. Compound fractures, for example, are very serious. But with proper medical treatment, bones and skin can heal, and your symptoms can slowly disappear. However, if you suffer a...
Common premises liability injuries during the holiday season
The holiday spirit should not come at the cost of your safety. Unfortunately, many individuals and families experience the joy of the season overshadowed by painful injuries sustained due to negligent property owners. Holiday-related incidents can put a strain on your...
3 tips for a safer Halloween with your kids
As far as the kiddos go, Halloween remains a favorite holiday. What’s not to like about dressing up in silly or outlandish costumes and asking for candy from relative strangers? But the fun can be tempered by the unusual risks this autumn holiday presents. Do you know...
TBIs can have long-term effects
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) are commonly suffered by those involved in car accidents. They can range from mild to severe. The symptoms of mild TBI such as concussions often subside after a matter of days or weeks. However, severe TBIs can have long-term effects....
How do you know if you should file a personal injury lawsuit?
Whether you suffered injuries in a car accident or a slip and fall in a store, you will likely need some kind of medical care, and you may have other losses -- especially if you have to be off work to heal. When the injury occurred because of another party’s...
How much does a night in the hospital cost?
You’ve heard stories of people facing a mountain of medical bills after spending weeks or months in the hospital. You know that medical bills are one of the leading causes of bankruptcy in the United States, and it’s no surprise when you look at those numbers. It’s...
What types of personal injury claims do tenants file against their landlords?
Virtually every state in this country, including North Carolina, have laws in place requiring landlords to maintain their premises in a livable condition. Tenants may be able to sue their property managers if their unit or premises are uninhabitable or unsafe. Most...
