One of the most devastating consequences of a brain injury after a car accident is the effect on a person’s cognitive abilities. A new study finds that a brain stimulator device can help a person recover these critical abilities after a personal injury. The findings of the study were published…
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Multiple Car Accident Deaths Reported Across Georgia over Thanksgiving
First responders attended to multiple victims of car accidents across Georgia over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Across Georgia and the country, law enforcement authorities were reporting record volumes of traffic. More than 55 million Americans are reported to have travelled over the holiday weekend. Unfortunately, as is often the case,…
Many Seniors Receive No Follow Up Care After Slip and Fall Accident
Follow up care is not just important, but also critical after a senior suffers injuries in a slip and fall accident, and yet, new studies find that far too many seniors receive no such after – fall care, resulting in serious consequences. The new studies find that as many as…
Vision Loss is a Major Car Accident Risk Factor for Seniors
Declining vision is a much more serious car accident risk factor for senior drivers than we may believe. According to the results of a new study, it is linked to an 84% higher risk of being involved in car accidents. Seniors may suffer from a number of health challenges as…
Cars With Taller Front Ends More Likely to Cause Fatal Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are more likely to suffer fatal personal injuries in a car accident when they are involved in an accident with a large vehicle, like a pick up truck or SUV. According to the findings of a new study, however, more than the size of the vehicle, it may be…
How to Prevent Slip and Fall Accident Injuries in Winter
Winter is coming, and with it comes the risk of slip and fall accidents that can result in serious personal injuries. Doctors are warning pedestrians, especially the elderly, to be extra cautious while walking during the season. Atlanta sees more than its share of snowy, wet and icy conditions during…
Brain Injury Tied to Higher Depression Risk in Women
Traumatic brain injury of the kind that is often sustained in car accidents, trucking accident as well as slip and fall accidents is linked to several health consequences, including mental health symptoms like depression. A new study finds that women may be at a much higher risk of suffering depression…
How to Prevent Slip and Fall Accident Injuries in Winter
Winter is coming, and with it comes the risk of slip and fall accidents that can result in serious personal injuries. Doctors are warning pedestrians, especially the elderly, to be extra cautious while walking during the season. Atlanta sees more than its share of snowy, wet and icy conditions during…
Brain Injury Tied to Higher Depression Risk in Women
Traumatic brain injury of the kind that is often sustained in car accidents, trucking accident as well as slip and fall accidents is linked to several health consequences, including mental health symptoms like depression. A new study finds that women may be at a much higher risk of suffering depression…
Roadside Cameras, Monitoring Apps Beneficial in Preventing Distracted Driving Car Accidents
Recent studies by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety find that some technologies may be especially beneficial in identifying distracted drivers and preventing car accidents. Distracted driving is one of the main causes of auto accidents involving serious personal injuries. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently released the findings…