Head & Brain Injuries

• The Long-Term Danger of Concussion

  Michael Phelan | March 05, 2010 10:19 AM | 1 CommentRichmond, VA

  Each year hundreds of thousands of teenagers engaged in sports sustain concussions, which can be caused by a violent shaking of the brain with our without a direct blow to the head. The number of...

• The Dangers of a Traumatic Brain Injury

  Ed Normand | March 03, 2010 9:30 AM | 1 CommentOrlando, FL

  A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is caused by a jolt, bump or blow to the head or a penetrating head injury that interferes with the normal functioning of the brain. Not all blows to the head...

• Lessons Learned From Olympic Luge Fatality?

  Mark Bello | February 15, 2010 5:10 PM | 1 CommentVoices

  Georgian luger, Nodar Kumaritashvili's death during a practice run on February 12, 2010 has put a spotlight on the dangers inherent with many Olympic sports. It seems that every four years...

• Protect Your Child After a Concussion

  Michael Phelan | January 30, 2010 4:50 PM | 1 CommentRichmond, VA

  Kudos to Florida Governor Charlie Crist and dozens of state lawmakers across the country who are pushing for legislation in their states to improve awareness and treatment of concussions in youth...

• Traumatic Brain Injury-What Family Should Be Looking Out For When Loved One Has a Closed Head Injury

  Shapiro, Lewis & Appleton | December 03, 2009 1:44 PM | 1 CommentGreenville, OBX & Rocky Mount, NC

  A car accident can cause much more damage to drivers and passengers than the initial, visible physical effects seen by the police. Aside from broken bones and bleeding, many car crash victims suffer...

• Coping with Brain Injury During the Holidays

  Michael Phelan | November 23, 2009 9:06 PM | 1 CommentRichmond, VA

  For victims of acquired brain injury, the time of year that once brought great joy may now be the most difficult time of year. Brain injury victims often struggle to cope with, among other sequelae,...

• Head & Brain Injuries Should Not Be Overlooked

  David Mittleman | November 10, 2009 4:56 PM | 1 CommentLansing, MI

  Head injuries can happen any number of ways and can result in a number of different complications. Here are some early warning signs that may tell you if you have suffered from a head injury...

• Defense Neuropsychologists Want to Replace Jurors

  Michael Phelan | November 09, 2009 4:14 PM | 1 CommentRichmond, VA

  Defense neuropsychologists are hell-bent on being able to testify whether they believe an injured person is telling the truth. They cannot be serious, you say. Determining the veracity or...

• Using Car Seats as Carriers, Mini Craddles Harms Thousands of Babies

  Jim Lewis | October 21, 2009 3:46 PM | 1 CommentVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  Infant car seats save hundreds of babies' lives each year--when the seats remain properly installed in a vehicle. Using car seats to carry infants or hold them while doing chores or taking care of...

• Watch for Symptoms of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

  Karl Truman | October 21, 2009 1:00 AM | 1 CommentLouisville, KY

  When presenting a case involving a brain injury, I will often hear from insurance adjusters, insurance doctors and insurance lawyers, but the MRI and CT was normal so there can't be a brain injury....