Medical professionals admit that a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most difficult to diagnose. The signs and symptoms appear gradually and often are confused with other medical conditions. Many people are unaware they have a brain injury until it progressively gets worse. Early diagnosis is imperative for two main reasons: The sooner TBI is diagnosed, the faster…
Well, the kids are out of school and the lazy days of summer are upon you. At least you wanted the lazy days to be upon you, until you realized that your kids’ whining and excited pleas to go to the pool weren’t going to stop. Although the idea of lounging on a chaise by the Francis DC while your…
Unless you’re 10 years old and going on a field trip to discuss the Grey Ghost, the Fairfax Rifles, and the death of Captain Marr, no one likes to have to go to the court house. We all dread jury duty and having to go there to pay our realty taxes, so why would we voluntarily choose to be part…
When a serious injury occurs, such as a head injury in a car accident, a person isn’t only affected physically but he or she is also hit hard financially. Medical expenses can quickly add up when they include hospital stays, surgical procedures, specialist visits, physical therapy, and rehabilitation. It’s not uncommon for hospital and surgical bills to run a person thousands…
When someone is injured in a car accident, trucking wreck, motorcycle crash, pedestrian accident, bicycle accident, or slip and fall accident, it can be devastating to say the least. Not only do these types of accidents cause serious physical injuries, but many people who are injured also suffer from emotional injuries. The fact of the matter is that physical trauma often leads to emotional distress. Sometimes…
In language, all words have meanings. We grow up learning the meaning of words, and it is through cognition that we are able to retain such an extensive vocabulary—making it possible to communicate. Unfortunately, people who experience traumatic injuries, such as those who suffer head trauma and brain injuries in serious car accidents, may suffer from cognitive difficulties. When this happens, it generally…
If you lost a family member in an accident due to someone else’s negligence or recklessness, you may wonder if you have a solid wrongful death claim. Because wrongful death cases are complex in nature, it is essential to seek legal advice for the reasons listed here. Why Seek Legal Help? You might not know how to pursue your claim. An…
When you’re in a serious accident, the only thing on your mind is, “How bad is it?” Once you get to the hospital, you anxiously wait for the doctor’s assessment, hoping for the best. For some, the result is merely some aspirin, a few stitches, and a bill for a few thousand dollars worth of treatment. For those who suffer…
When someone you love is taken from you unexpectedly, you may be in such emotional agony that you feel like you are going through the absolute worst time in your life. You may even feel like you aren’t sure you can go on without your loved one. Rest assured knowing that these emotions following the death of a family member…
Have you, like hundreds of other people in Northern Virginia, suffered from an injury that caused you to lose a limb? Have you noticed that since this injury you have become more and more depressed, agitated, or unhappy? You’re not alone. Personal injury amputations caused by car accidents, defective machinery, medical malpractice, or violence occur everyday. With these amputations comes…