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Long-Term Repercussions of Head and Brain Injuries

Monday, June 21, 2010 by Ruth E. Bernstein

A NY head injury attorney can help victims recover damages.  Unfortunately for the victim, head and brain injuries can have long-term repercussions.  The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control has implicated traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in the development of dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, as well as the develop... Read More
Posted at 13:37 PM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Head and Spinal Injuries

Common Injuries Due to Construction Accidents

Thursday, June 17, 2010 by Ruth E. Bernstein

As New York construction accident attorneys, we see construction accidents occur frequently and each year numerous construction workers are gravely wounded or fatality injured on construction job sites. State and federal laws enforce regular and comprehensive site inspections by construction contractors, subcontractors and commercial property owners.... Read More
Posted at 12:01 PM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Construction Accidents

Common Misconceptions About Brain Injuries

Wednesday, June 16, 2010 by Ruth E. Bernstein

As NY brain injury attorneys, we know that hearing someone has a brain injury is very frightening.  As a result, many people have misconceptions about brain injuries and people who have them.  Let’s look at some common misunderstandings and the facts about brain injuries.... Read More
Posted at 11:40 AM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Head and Spinal Injuries

NY Head and Brain Injury Statistics

Monday, June 14, 2010 by Ruth E. Bernstein

Brain injuries occur when there is harm to the head that disrupts the function of the brain.  A brain injury can also be called a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or an acquired brain injury (ABI).  Brain injuries range from mild, where there is no long-lasting effect, to severe, where the person’s life is ended or forever altered. ... Read More
Posted at 11:03 AM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Head and Spinal Injuries

What Are The Causes of Traumatic Brain Injury?

Friday, June 11, 2010 by Ruth E. Bernstein

According to the CDC, nearly half of all Traumatic Brain Injuries occur in falls and automobile/traffic accidents.  Other leading causes include striking accidents, which include colliding with a moving or stationary object, and assaults... Read More
Posted at 15:51 PM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Personal Injury

Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injuries

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 by Ruth E. Bernstein

Although it is often too late to reverse or repair brain damage, it is important that those suffering from moderate to severe Traumatic Brain Injuries obtain medical treatment to prevent further damage.  Treatment requires the involvement of numerous medical professionals, including the following:... Read More
Posted at 13:30 PM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Head and Spinal Injuries

Signs and Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 by Ruth E. Bernstein

Diagnosing and treating TBIs can be difficult because the symptoms frequently fail to appear until several days or weeks after the injury.  Additionally, people often appear to be physically fine even though they might feel... Read More
Posted at 16:38 PM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Head and Spinal Injuries
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