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1w ago
A car accident can lead to traumatic spine and brain injuries. As a result, victims may find that they have limited control and feeling throughout their bodies. These victims could be suffering from paralysis. Paralysis is a serious medical condition that limits the motor function of the body. Victims of motor accidents who are suffering from paralysis should learn more…
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1M ago
Residents in nursing homes often need help with daily living activities, such as showering or eating. They move into these homes so they have a dedicated staff to help them; however, some employees may not always do what they should. Abuse in nursing homes is a serious problem because the people who are supposed to be helping vulnerable residents do…
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1M ago
In the moments following a motor vehicle collision, the people involved typically take stock of themselves and their surroundings. One of the first concerns people have involves determining whether anyone has significant injuries. People can then relay that information to first responders when they call to seek assistance after the wreck. Unfortunately, many people notify the authorities of the crash…
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1M ago
Many people are reluctant to get a medical checkup after a car crash, which they consider minor. They may dismiss things such as a bump to the head as nothing serious and fully expect they will be fine with a few painkillers and a good night’s sleep. Yet, time may be of the essence when it comes to head injuries.…
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2M ago
From early spring through late fall, festivals, fairs and outdoor music concerts pop up all over the country. They’re attended by hundreds and sometimes thousands of people. What happens when the organizers of these events don’t put enough thought or effort into security measures? Violence at fairs, festivals and concerts has become commonplace enough that it’s hard to read the…
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2M ago
Getting hit by another vehicle from any angle can be dangerous when driving. Yet when that angle is close to a right angle, the dangers increase. Known as T-boning, a side-on crash can have devastating consequences. Here is what makes these crashes so concerning: You have less protection Your car has a lot of safety measures in place to cope…
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3M ago
If you are in an auto accident, then you have the right to pursue damages. Damages can provide you with coverage for any financial hardships caused by the auto accident, such as medical expenses, vehicle repair costs and lost wages. To prove liability and collect maximum compensation, it is important to have strong evidence during your case. Here are a…
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3M ago
Not all brain injuries are the same. There can be drastic differences in severity, for example, or very different causes. One brain injury could happen due to blunt force trauma in a car accident, while another could be due to a lack of oxygen to the brain. One of the most important factors is the location of that brain injury.…
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Backer Law Firm Blog
4M ago
Hotels, especially well-known chains with a national reputation for quality, are supposed to be safe places to stay for all kinds of travelers – but women need to be particularly careful. New reports indicate that sexual predators are using numerous hotel chains as their stalking grounds, and they’re exploiting some longstanding security problems to attack vulnerable women in their own rooms. “He said he knew you” According to numerous anecdotal reports, lawsuits and studies, predators are great at looking just like other guests. They’re also experts who take advantage of poorly trained or bus ..read more
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4M ago
Victims of car accidents can suffer from severe injuries. Their injuries may cause victims to experience financial loss because of medical bills, long-term care, vehicle repair costs, unemployment and other hardships. It may be possible to recover financially by filing a car accident claim. A car accident claim can be used to hold a driver liable for causing injuries to others as a result of negligence. If successful, the injured victim can recover damages. Victims can improve their car accident case by having strong evidence, including the following: Police report A police report create ..read more