Screenwriter Dustin Lance Is Taking a Break from Hollywood Due to a Brain Injury
Writer Dustin Lance, known for the television series “Under the Banner of Heaven,” suffered a brain injury in August, and now his entire career hangs in the balance. His doctors have not seen much improvement in his condition, and he must step…
When Brain Bleeds Are Caused by Car Accidents
One of the most misunderstood injuries that may result from a car accident is getting hit on the head. Although you may feel fine at the time, it can be impossible to know just how much damage your brain has actually endured….
What Are Full Thickness Burns?
There is no more painful feeling than a burn injury. Even getting burned at the fingertips can be unbearable. If the pain of being burned at your fingertips is excruciating, what would it feel like if your entire body suffered serious burns?…
Spinal Cord Compression Can Lead to Paralysis
When you experience a significant blow to your spinal cord you may have experienced a spinal cord injury, or SCI. The trauma that your spinal cord has endured can cause you to lose crucial functions of your body. For you to experience…
Motorcycle Accidents and Catastrophic Injuries
The thrill of the open road. Feeling the wind whip by as you cruise along. The sense of being in control as you navigate your path. There are so many things to love about riding a motorcycle – especially on California’s scenic…
Complications Arising from Paralysis Due to Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
Paralysis, whether it is tetraplegia or paraplegia, can lead to a variety of complications, including some that affect your various organs. This may require additional expensive medical treatment and ongoing care, and in addition to the physical pain, may take a toll…
The Long-Term Complications of Burn Injuries
Whether you come in contact with some type of hot liquid, electricity, or friction with a chemical, one thing is for certain: a burn injury can happen. Many people underestimate the seriousness of a burn injury. There is a reason why it…
Motor Vehicle Accidents as a Leading Cause of Brain Injury
One of the reasons why car accidents can be so catastrophic is because of the serious injuries a person might experience. Although you can suffer injuries to any part of the body in a motor vehicle accident, you may suffer permanent disability…
Why You Need an Attorney For Your Brain Injury Case
Medical experts consider traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, life-altering and disabling injuries. Injuries to the head and brain can result in a variety of both physical and cognitive problems from which it can be difficult or impossible to heal. For many TBI…