Damage to the cerebellum takes away smooth, accurate movement. Balance issues and difficulty walking are what families usually notice first. Slurred speech often comes with them. The effects of cerebellar...
The agitated, confused stage after a moderate to severe traumatic brain injury usually lasts days, and sometimes weeks. Irritability is a different thing, and it can stay much longer. Knowing...
If a mail truck driver caused your accident while on the job, you generally can’t file a claim with an insurance company the way you would after a typical car...
Yes, it’s legally possible, and it’s also rare. Three things have to line up: a judgment above your insurance limits, an injured person who decides to collect the difference from...
Defamation is considered a personal injury when a false statement about you causes real harm, to your reputation, your income, your relationships, or your emotional health. California treats that harm...
Most personal injury claims settle during insurance negotiations and never see the inside of a courtroom. Even if you must file a lawsuit to pursue compensation, it’s unlikely that you’ll...
Yes, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can affect your life immediately and get worse over time. Many people struggle to return to their previous cognitive levels and face new problems months...
Working with a personal injury lawyer means having someone in your corner who handles the legal side of your case. This process includes investigating what happened and negotiating with insurance...
Car accidents can cause several types of brain injuries, including concussions, diffuse axonal injuries, brain contusions, and coup-contrecoup injuries, ranging from mild to permanently disabling. Understanding the type of injury...
You should expect regular updates from your personal injury attorney, but the timing depends on what’s happening in your case. Some weeks bring a lot of activity. Others are quieter...