March 2020

On behalf of Allman, Mitzner & Fawley, LLC on Monday, March 2, 2020.

The current estimates place the yearly number of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) at around 2.87 million. TBI was named as a contributing factor in the deaths of 56,800 people, according to the most recent CDC study. Falls are listed as the leading cause of TBIs. For pedestrians on sidewalks, crosswalks and paths adjoining busy roads, traffic collisions represent a significant percentage of TBI cases.

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On behalf of Allman, Mitzner & Fawley, LLC on Monday, March 2, 2020.

Car accidents are one of the main threats to bicyclists when it comes to traumatic brain injuries. The severity of these injuries can take a great deal of time to distinguish and diagnose. In order to protect yourself on the road, it is essential to understand the risks posed to bicyclists.

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On behalf of Allman, Mitzner & Fawley, LLC on Tuesday, March 31, 2020.

Today, science and medicine have made many advancements, but the reality is that the spine is still an area that requires much more research and study. It’s hard to imagine being paralyzed forever after an accident, and with time, that may no longer be the case. However, for now, many people would agree that a complete severing of the spinal cord could mean the end of control of the body below that point.

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