Monthly Archives: November 2013
Cerebral Palsy: What You Need to Know
Approximately 10,000 to 16,000 babies in the United States are born with cerebral palsy each year. If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, here is what you need to know. What is cerebral palsy? Cerebral palsy is a disorder concerning movement, muscle tone and posture. Symptoms of cerebral palsy include involuntary movements, unsteady… Read More »
Surgical Errors That Show Up Later
We’ve all heard the horror stories about a surgeon operating on the wrong body part or even on the wrong patient. However, some surgical errors only become obvious after the surgery is over. Many different things cause surgical errors, and they can lead to complications, devastating injury, and even death. Surgeons, like any doctor, can… Read More »
The Problem of Underinsured Trucking
The effects of a vehicle accident involving a semi-trailer truck can be devastating. While driving along highways, we have all encountered an overturned truck next to a mangled car by the side of the road. The sheer size of trucks makes them difficult to control and incredibly dangerous to drivers, especially those in smaller cars…. Read More »
Distracted Driving: It’s Not Just Texting
Distracted driving has become an epidemic in our fast-paced, digital society. In 2011 alone, distracted driving accounted for more than 3,000 car accident fatalities. When we think of distracted driving, we usually picture a teenager texting behind the wheel or a busy professional conducting an intense cell phone conversation while driving down the highway. In… Read More »
Signs of Aggressive Drivers
Aggressive drivers are typically regarded as menaces on the road, as aggressive driving causes half of all car accident fatalities. When approached by an aggressive driver, your best bet is to get out of the driver’s way to avoid a serious accident. To protect your safety and the safety of your passengers, it is important… Read More »
Forceps and Birthing Injuries
The use of forceps is sometimes necessary during a difficult delivery. When used correctly, forceps can save the day and lead to a safe delivery. However, when they are not used properly, they can cause permanent injuries to both the mother and the baby. What are forceps? Forceps are medical instruments that are used to… Read More »
Ten Tips for Safe Driving in Bad Weather Conditions
Driving safely is made exponentially more difficult in poor weather conditions. Rain, snow, ice and fog can wreak havoc on driving conditions. The following is a list of 10 top tips that can help you be prepared no matter what the weather or road conditions bring: 1. Slow down. Speed is the biggest cause of… Read More »
Three Common Causes of Trucking Accidents
Trucking accidents have increased by 20 percent over the past 20 years. Semi-trucks, because of their large size and heavy weight, can cause much greater harm in a crash than ordinary motor vehicles. Fully loaded trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, so it’s no wonder they often cause severe injury and death when they… Read More »