Articles Posted in Personal Injury

If you suffered a traumatic amputation as a result of an automobile accident, you already know that the pain lingers long after the injury has healed. The life that you knew and enjoyed was irrevocably changed in the moment of your collision. Amputated limbs affect more than just your physical body. There are psychological consequences…

If you were injured in an accident, the insurance company might come knocking with a settlement offer. While it can be tempting to accept it and move on, it’s important to understand what it means for you.  Settlements are final. Once you accept it, you can’t go back and ask for more, even if unexpected…

Perhaps you already know that you can sometimes hold a property owner liable for your damages if you are injured due to an unsafe condition, such as a spill or a poorly-maintained staircase. Property owners have a duty to repair such hazards so as to minimize the risk of an accident that might hurt a…

In the D.C. metropolitan area, traffic can be dense and tricky at times, to put it mildly. Of course, the traffic problems inevitably lead to car accidents, which our readers probably see quite frequently on the sides of the roadways in the area. Although most car accidents in America are, thankfully, “fender benders” involving no…

Although medical professional receives years of training and education before being allowed to practice on patients, these skilled providers still make mistakes that put innocent individuals like you at risk of harm. And the ramifications of medical malpractice injuries can be tremendous, too, leaving you with limited physical mobility, permanent disfigurement, excessive pain, emotional and…

In the aftermath of an accident, coping strategies become essential skills. People imagine the insurance company will handle all the particulars, but in fact, there’s a great deal that’s up to you. Common mistakes people make Here’s where folks often go wrong: Some injuries present slowly. If not accounted for properly by a health practitioner…

DC residents have a higher chance of a traumatic brain injury when involved in a car accident than any other time. The force of a vehicle stopping due to a collision can cause the brain to strike an object or move within the skull even after the head has stopped the movement. A mild TBI…

Electric scooters are becoming quite popular in Maryland. In many larger cities, there are scooter rental stations where people can borrow them to get around. However, what is quickly coming to light about these scooters is that they are quite dangerous. Many people have suffered serious injuries. You may still wonder, though, if electric scooters…

Are you a  parent with a busy work schedule? Have you been putting your child into a daycare to provide them with a safe, nurturing environment while you make ends meet? If you are shopping around for a good daycare, or want to reevaluate your current one, there is some information you should be armed…