The US Department of Housing and Urban Development's Fair Housing Act provides protections for renters and homebuyers against discrimination. The goal is to ensure housing is available to all regardless of their race, religion, gender or other protected status. As a...
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Hair accessories can cause major damage in an accident
Car safety is an important topic, and it often focuses on seatbelt use, airbags and safe driving techniques. However, less obvious factors can also impact safety during a car accident, including the hair accessories that individuals wear, such as large clips and...
Who is most at risk of injury or death in a truck accident?
Every day, you share the road with a variety of other vehicles. If you travel on state highways or interstates, you will notice there are a lot of large trucks. Large trucks haul goods and materials all across the country, so they spend a lot of time on the roads....
Why do you feel angry after a TBI?
Behavioral changes following a moderate to severe traumatic brain injury are common. While the difference may depend on the type of injury, many people struggle with changes to their personality and behavior. If you recently sustained a TBI and have become more quick...
Do you have PTSD?
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a disorder that develops after you experience or witness a traumatic event. Such traumatic events may include but are not limited to car accidents, war, the death of a family member, a violent crime or the like. Any person...
The realities of spinal cord injuries
Following a major car accident, your injuries can ultimately shape how you live and work. Regarding spinal cord damage, motor vehicle accidents are among the most common causes. SCIs refer to damage to any portion of your spinal cord or its nerves. In most cases, the...
The true cost of a catastrophic injury
While one hopes a severe car accident never happens, driving always comes with risks. In Georgia, motor vehicle crashes rank second as the leading cause of emergency and hospital visits. During the initial chaos, people often focus on the present. Unfortunately, a...
What happens if you get a DUI and your job requires you to drive?
A DUI might mean the end of your ability to drive for a time. This could greatly inconvenience you and make your future feel uncertain. If your job requires you to drive and you now have a DUI on your record, you might worry about your career. Knowing your options...
How critical is medical care after a car accident?
The shock immediately following a car accident could prevent you from noticing pain and injury right away. Your body's fight or flight mechanism and the adrenaline you feel might numb your pain and cause distraction. Feelings of agitation, confusion or regret may...
Preparing for a background check when you have a criminal record
Employers often require background checks prior to hiring new employees, which could impact you negatively if you have a criminal record. Your past could influence what potential employers think of you. Knowing how to prepare for a background check could improve your...