Victims of accidents have to deal with several problems all at once. First, there is the physical pain and suffering associated with an injury. This can be relatively minor or it can be unbearable. Second, the victim, as well as his or her family, often has emotional trauma to deal with from the accident and
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It is an undeniable fact that people have more accidents in winter, particularly slip-and-fall accidents. After all, icy sidewalks and steps, slushy entryways to businesses, and slippery driveways all cause their share of slip-and-fall trauma. How can you protect yourself during the winter months and what should you do if you experience a slip or
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When someone is diagnosed with a spinal cord injury or SCI, the cost of the injury is usually not limited to medical bills. SCIs may impact the rest of the victim’s life, so it is very important to receive sound advice before settling for any amount of money. Many SCI victims, rushed into a settlement
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Every year, millions of people are taken to emergency rooms across the country due to slip, trip and fall accidents. In fact, in a recent publication by the Centers for Disease Control, unintentional falls accounted for an incredible 91.8 percent of injury-related ER visits. By comparison, vehicle crashes accounted for only 7.8 percent.
Read MoreMotorcycles are very popular in Alaska, and for good reason. They allow riders to experience our beautiful outdoors in the most personal way while still traveling great distances in the shortest possible time. When you ride a motorcycle, the scenery is unimpeded by the closed-in feeling of a car. Many riders claim they have never
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Slip. trip and fall accidents are some of the most common types of personal injury accidents and occur more frequently during the winter months than during other times of the year. With a bit of knowledge and attention, you can reduce your risk of a serious slip-and-fall accident and the subsequent pain, suffering, and financial
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Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, affect more than 1.5 million Americans per year, according to the Centers for Disease Control. However, what these statistics do not show is how many other people are affected–people such as family, friends, and coworkers. This number is far greater than the actual number of victims and increases the already
Read MoreWhile you are enjoying the holiday season, it is important to remember that, even when you are having fun, you must be aware of safety issues for yourself and your family. The holidays are a happy time for most, but for some, accidents and injuries take the joy out of the season. In order to
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While a personal injury accident can happen at any time, some types of accidents are more likely to happen during certain types of weather. For example, icy roads lead to more skidding and vehicle crashes, while icy sidewalks lead to more slip and fall accidents. It is important to be aware of the impact that
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Winter weather is here, and it is a good time to think about how to stay safe on the road in Alaska. Fatal traffic accidents, many of which happen on icy winter roads, have been on the rise for the past decade in Alaska, despite better seat belt use and new safety features on vehicles.
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