It is natural to worry about undergoing surgery since you are putting your health and even your life in the hands of medical professionals for a period of time. Many people come out of surgery without any problems. Unfortunately, some patients have been the victims of...
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Are there different types of brain injury?
A car accident can cause you to sustain several different kinds of injuries. One of the wounds you might incur is a brain injury. This wound may come in one of several different forms. Healthline says that you may have a head injury if you receive a blow to your head...
Fractures may have a long-term impact
Several different situations, such as car accidents and falls, can cause people to sustain a fracture. People may sometimes view fractures as relatively routine injuries. However, these wounds can have a serious impact. There are several different kinds of fractures...
Construction injuries may require filing two claims
A resident of the Springfield area who gets seriously injured in a construction accident will have a long road of recovery ahead of him. In addition to medical bills, he may have ongoing medical expenses and expenses associated with rehabilitation. He also will have...
Medical malpractice claims can be complex
Medical malpractice claims can be complex and sometimes difficult to prove. While a person who receives care from a doctor or hospital may not be satisfied with the treatment, it doesn’t always mean that he or she can pursue a claim for malpractice. However, in...
I’ve suffered a serious injury, what are my damages?
Suffering a serious personal injury can drastically affect a person’s quality of life; the mental and physical anguish can be, at times, almost unbearable. But the lasting effects of a personal injury may also go well beyond bodily harm -- debt, time away from work or...
3 safety tips for bicyclists
There are few activities quite like riding a bicycle. It is an effective and environmentally-friendly way to reach your destination. Biking is also a freeing experience that can be an excellent workout while allowing you the opportunity to explore the surrounding...
Stay alert for motorcycles on the road
Motorcyclists face many hazards on the road. Besides weather and road conditions, a big hazard for them remains other motorists. Many of these drivers may not have as an acute sense for safety as motorcyclists, causing accidents mainly because they are unaware of them...
What causes a semi-truck to jackknife?
A jackknifed semi is a common occurrence on Illinois roads. The traffic reports seem to always be mentioning a serious situation in which a semi is blocking the roads because it has jackknifed. As we all know a truck accident is often serious but how does a jackknifed...
Pursuing financial compensation in a personal injury lawsuit
When Illinois residents are injured in accidents that occur through no fault of their own, they may feel immediate emotions of anger and resentment. This makes sense, as these injured victims may have had their entire lives turned around due to severe injuries in...