We entrust nurses and other medical professionals with our well-being and health. Usually, they do a great job at caring for us and our loved ones. Sometimes, however, they fail to provide the level of care required of them—and this often results in serious injuries. Fortunately, if you or a loved one...
Burns are among the most serious injuries a person can suffer. Like other serious injuries, burns can have multiple negative effects on victims’ lives. If you are a burn injury victim, it is imperative that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. In this article, we examine common causes of...
Jobs in the construction industry are among the most dangerous of any profession in the United States. Construction workers routinely suffer serious injuries while on the job. Unfortunately, many of these injuries result in death. Fatalities on construction sites are often preventable and the result of employer negligence. When...
A spinal cord injury is one of the most serious ailments a person can suffer. The effects of a spinal cord injury extend far beyond the spine itself. The long-term effects of spinal cord injuries can touch upon everything from organ function to bone health, and they often leave victims partially...
Paralysis is the inability to move a part of the body. This condition can be temporary or permanent. Most types of paralysis are the result of nerve damage rather than an injury to the part of the body that is left paralyzed. This condition, which is almost always life changing, has...
Unlike cars and other passenger vehicles, motorcycles aren’t enclosed. Therefore, it’s no surprise that motorcycle accidents tend to cause more serious injuries than other types of automobile accidents. And to make matters worse, since motorcycles are smaller and lighter than other types of vehicles, drivers often have difficulty spotting them on...
Many people in large cities rely exclusively on public transit to get around, and New York is no exception. In fact, New York City has an expansive and accessible public transit system that is used by millions of people each day. Fortunately, most people use New York’s public transit system without incident....
Ridesharing services are more popular than ever. In fact, they are quickly overtaking taxis and buses as the most utilized type of transportation service. One of the most widely used ridesharing services is Uber. In fact, Uber provides approximately 23 million rides each day. Unfortunately, with so many Uber drivers and...
The subway is a popular mode of transportation in New York City. In fact, millions of people depend on this method of mass transit each day. Despite its convenience and popularity, subway use is not without its downsides. Specifically, with so many daily subway users, accidents are bound to happen. In fact,...
Burn injuries can affect much more than your skin. In fact, nearly all vital organs and nerve endings are susceptible to damage from burn injuries. In addition to their serious physical effects, burn injuries can leave victims emotionally traumatized for years to come—and even a lifetime. If you’ve been injured in a...
