One of the biggest worries of a serious accident victim is a lack of income. Many people are unable to work at all, and this significantly impacts their ability to support their families. Even those who are able to work need time off for doctor’s visits, treatment, and rehabilitation. As financial matters deteriorate, it is […]
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Are Kit Airplanes Involved in More Crashes?
It is often said that airplanes are the safest mode of travel. By the numbers, this is technically true. Even still, every so often, there is news of a horrific accident. While commercial airlines rarely crash, experimental “kit” airplanes suffer from a higher crash risk. How high is this risk? And what can be done […]
Common Symptoms of Brain Injury
Although some patients recover fully from traumatic brain injuries (TBI), many do not. TBI can completely change the course of a person’s life forever. Victims and their families may struggle for years to adjust to a new course, one in which even relatively simple tasks require planning, organization, and direction. If you are concerned about […]
If You Settle, Do You Have to Reimburse Your Medical Insurer?
A common misconception of those who are injured by others is that the victim gets to keep all of the settlement money. This is not entirely true. Both attorney’s fees and costs usually come directly out of the settlement amount. In addition, insurance companies and health care providers may have a right to reimbursement for […]
Nestle Drumstick Dash: Listeria Danger in Ice Cream
Around the holidays, many of us are thinking about drumsticks of the poultry kind. Some people are even signing up for “drumstick dashes” and “turkey trots,” heading out to run for their favorite charities. Recently, a drumstick of a different kind has made the news: Nestle’s Drumstick ice cream cone, for which a voluntary recall […]
