No family is ever completely ready to take care of a loved one who has suffered a brain injury. Regardless of the cause, plans must be made to tend to the person’s needs and to do what is in his or her best interest. One of the most important things a family can do is […]
Archives for December 2016
Recent Cal. Sup. Court Decision May Make It Easier to Sue Out-of-State Wrongdoers
The California Supreme Court recently opened the door for many people to bring lawsuits against out-of-state defendants in certain types of cases. The lawsuit that resulted in the court’s ruling involved the prescription drug Plavix. Hundreds of plaintiffs filed a lawsuit against pharmaceutical giant Bristol-Myers Squibb alleging that they suffered personal injuries after taking Plavix. […]
The Types of Burn Injuries
If you or a family member have suffered from a bad burn, you know that few injuries come with such devastating consequences. Burns are caused by many different things, from explosions, flames, and hot liquids to chemicals and electricity. But regardless of the cause, burns are classified according to their severity. Many people have heard […]
Worried about a Crash? Where to Sit on an Airplane
It is often said that commercial airplanes are one of the safest modes of travel. Just last year, for example, CNN reported that “[n]othing was safer than [] U.S. commercial planes, which have been involved in very few crashes.” Despite the relatively low accident rate of commercial airplanes, many people continue to suffer from a […]
Stem-Cell Research Promising for Spinal Cord Injury Victims
Imagine a world in which those paralyzed by spinal cord injuries are once again able to move. This is an exciting world that actually exists today. Neurosurgeons are starting to have some success in using stem cells to help patients regain some functionality, particularly in their arms. Spinal cord injuries (SCI) are among the most […]