Most of the vehicles on the road today have airbags. Indeed, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the federal government has required driver-side airbags on new vehicles since 1999. This makes sense, as airbags considerably reduce a person's...
What are crush injuries?
Crush injuries are a serious issue that many people do not know a lot about. This can make it harder for people to identify what they suffer from and thus the true severity of the injury. So what exactly are crush injuries? What causes them, and how should a victim...
How can you prove fault in a wrongful death case?
The tragic and untimely passing of a loved one is something that is difficult to accept, all the more so when it is the result of another individual's negligence. In such a situation, you will understandably seek justice for the other party's irresponsible behavior....
What effects do serious burns have?
Suffering from a burn of any sort is sure to bring along pain and an unpleasant healing process. Anyone who has touched a hot stove or suffered from a sunburn can attest to this. However, serious burns can have massive, lasting effects and excruciating repercussions...
How accident-caused spinal injuries may cause chronic pain
Car accidents, slip and fall accidents and other traumatic events can result in serious injuries. One injury that can have lasting effects on your life and well-being is a spinal cord injury. Unfortunately, if your spinal cord is injured, you may be left dealing with...
Why head-on collisions are so dangerous
Head-on collisions may be one of the rare types of car accidents, but their deadliness makes them worth consideration. This type of incident occurs when two cars collide whilst going in opposite directions. The amount of force generated in this type of crash can be...
Supporting someone with a spinal injury
One of the most serious injuries a person can suffer after a road traffic collision is a spinal cord injury. In severe cases, these injuries can be fatal and even in situations where they are not, injured parties may require lifelong care and treatment. As the loved...
What is a catastrophic injury?
A car accident may do more than ruin your day. You may find yourself facing an uphill battle when it comes to recovering from a serious injury. When damage to the body makes it almost impossible to return to life as usual, the injury is catastrophic. This damage is...
How common are mental health disorders among head injury victims?
Head injuries are among the most serious among accident victims. They may range from mild concussions whose treatment only requires bed rest and painkillers to injuries that affect the brain leading to extensive hospitalization. Unfortunately, full recovery from...
What is a wrongful death in Georgia?
If your loved one dies in a car crash because of someone driving under the influence, the state of Georgia allows you to sue the person or company responsible. A wrongful death lawsuit is a lawsuit filed in civil court. Although the individual allegedly responsible...
