If you suffer a fall, various outcomes could happen. You might not suffer any injury. In fact, many people walk away from a fall without a need to go to the doctor. Still, a single fall could produce serious consequences. As the CDC explains, one out of five falls...
Year: 2020
What is a common office injury?
If we ask you to picture a “dangerous workplace,” it is likely you will envision mining, logging or construction work. However, there are dangers in all varieties of work environments, including the basic office. It might surprise you how common injuries are in...
Do not let your body play tricks on you after a car accident
Motor vehicle accidents happen at an almost alarming rate in the Tar Heel State. In fact, in 2019, there were nearly 319,000 crashes on North Carolina roadways. Sadly, more than 86,000 individuals sustained some type of injury in these accidents. If you suffer a...
What should I know about loss of consortium?
You do not have to go through an auto accident to suffer emotional pain or great loss from one. Your spouse may have experienced serious injuries after a collision with another vehicle like a car or a large truck. The injuries may be so severe that your spouse can no...
Taking a look at job-related illnesses
Many people realize the various challenges that workers encounter following a job-related injury. However, some people do not recognize how serious many job-related illnesses are. If you are struggling with any type of job-related illness, you likely have a number of...
What is the lasting impact of a TBI?
A traumatic brain injury can occur to anyone. While studies that talk about the long-term effects of such an injury may focus on professional athletes and members of the military, the reality is that you could be at risk for the lasting impacts of a TBI you suffer...