In Indiana, contributory negligence can significantly impact personal injury claims. It is important to understand how this legal concept works and its implications on the ability to recover damages. Contributory negligence occurs when a plaintiff contributed to their...
Personal Injury
The 3 ways drivers can become distracted
Most drivers are easily distracted more than they realize. This is a big problem, as being distracted increases the chance you will crash. There is so much happening around a driver that they need to stay alert to and getting distracted makes it likely they miss...
The role of rehabilitation when recovering from severe TBIs
Most accidents, like falls and collisions, can cause mild to severe traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). A minor TBI could require little to no medical intervention, but the opposite is true for severe cases. Aside from the usual symptoms, a serious TBI can cause worse...
5 ways cities can improve pedestrian safety by design
With pedestrian fatalities reaching an all-time high in 2021, recording roughly 20 deaths daily nationwide, the call for improved road safety is more pressing than ever. But this reality is mainly relevant in cities, as the volume of vehicles and urban dwellers...
What are some signs of a spinal cord injury?
Whether you are in a car or at your workplace, you may suffer from a serious injury to your neck and spine that may not seem particularly painful right away. However, in the weeks that follow, you could sense changes in how you act and feel. Learning more about the...
What are the first signs of a TBI?
After suffering from a blow to the head, it is important to keep an eye out for potential damage to the brain. The first signs of traumatic brain injury will likely emerge fairly quickly. It is important to understand what to look for when keeping watch for TBI...
How does a TBI impact temperament?
After taking a blow to the head, it is not uncommon for brain injuries to follow. These injuries may manifest in wildly different ways depending on a number of factors. There are some manifestations that fewer people know about, though. This includes the possibility...
What is maximum medical improvement?
If you experienced an injury as a result of an accident, it is important to understand what to expect from the recovery process. Especially if you are considering a personal injury claim, you need to familiarize yourself with your prognosis. One term you may encounter...
Can a lawsuit settlement include the costs of rehab after a TBI?
Experiencing a severe injury because of another person's negligence can have life-altering consequences. You may wonder if your life will ever look the same again. If you proceed with a lawsuit, there might be concerns about what a settlement will cover. Your...
Quiet cars, left-hand turns and other causes of pedestrian injury
Walking will get you where you want to go, whether your destination is just across the street or on the other side of the city. In addition, good weather brings out more walkers—but also the risk of more accidents. What could threaten your safety as a pedestrian?...
