Personal Injury

Dog bites can be painful and dangerous on their own. But they are also highly likely to get infected because they are puncture wounds. If the dog has bacteria on its teeth, this bacteria gets pushed deep below the skin and becomes trapped, leading to the infection....

As students across the country begin a new school year, safety needs to be a top priority for parents, educators and communities. One of the most crucial elements of back-to-school safety is helping to ensure that students are aware of potential risks and how to avoid...

Every step of medical treatment is important, but none more so than obtaining an accurate diagnosis. No treatment will be effective without an accurate diagnosis.  While obtaining an accurate diagnosis may be more complex depending on the medical condition, there are...

Once you accept an offer to settle your personal injury claim, it’s akin to sealing a deal. You’re essentially concluding the matter. Whether to accept a settlement offer is a pivotal decision in personal injury cases, and it’s best to carefully evaluate your...

If you get involved in a serious car accident, you may suffer a traumatic brain injury. For instance, if you’re in an underride accident with a semi-truck, you have a higher chance of head trauma, which increases the odds of a brain injury. A TBI can impact your life...

Despite what you may have heard, it’s not illegal to drive barefoot – or even in flip-flops – although it probably should be! When it comes to road safety, people often focus on avoiding distractions, following the traffic rules and staying sober. However, an...

When you’re involved in a car crash or a slip-and-fall accident, it’s not uncommon to suffer a head injury. These are often relatively minor and the headache-type symptoms will subside within a few days.  There are times, however, when the trauma to the brain is so...

Dogs are a beloved part of the family for millions of American households. They can be caring, loyal, friendly and loving animals. While this is the case for the most part, a significant minority of dogs do bite, and the results can be devastating.  Even though most...

Any wound that you suffer can become infected if it’s not cleaned properly. That’s why common advice includes washing a dog bite out as soon as it happens. Wash with warm water, and consider using cleaning agents, like antiseptics. Even minor bites that don’t require...