Brain Injuries
Posted on Jul. 10th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
Medical malpractice can come in many forms. Wrong or missed diagnoses, improper surgical procedures or medication errors are just some of the more common examples that cause serious injuries or even death to victims in Pennsylvania. Resulting complications can often be life-altering such as with a traumatic brain injury. People who have suffered such an… read more
Posted on Jul. 2nd, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
Pennsylvania vehicle accidents can have severe consequences, including life-changing injuries. A young teen is suffering from a head injury after a recent train accident in Phoenixville. The 14-year-old was found near railroad tracks after he was struck by part of a Norfolk Southern train. This is one of three train-pedestrian accidents that have occurred since… read more
Posted on Jun. 28th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
As the world of medical insurance evolves, patients, healthcare workers and organizations in Pennsylvania and around the nation will be watching to see if changes will also be coming to the world of medical malpractice. Medical errors account for the third largest number of deaths in America according to recent statistics. From traumatic brain injury… read more
Posted on Jun. 12th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
There a variety of ways in which someone could injure his or her head. From a car accident to a workplace injury, from medical malpractice to a fall, catastrophic brain injuries are all around us in Pittsburgh. What many of us may not realize, however, is that these traumatic injuries are not restricted to adults…. read more
Posted on May. 16th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
Pennsylvania residents, like their counterparts around the nation, can grapple with the concerns about medical malpractice every time they seek care or fill a prescription. With more and more awareness about the true numbers of deaths that occur from medical errors every year, such concern is warranted. Consequences of errors can be minor or serious… read more
Posted on May. 2nd, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
When someone in Pittsburgh is involved in a car accident, the injuries are often readily apparent. Maybe the individual has broken bones that are set in a cast. Maybe he or she has been burned. Maybe there is even some internal bleeding that appears as deep bruising. One injury that may not be apparent, however,… read more
Posted on Apr. 9th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
Medical errors are a serious area of concern to patients and their family members in Pennsylvania. With the rate of such errors believed to be far greater than once thought, more people are aware of the risks. An instance of medical malpractice can leave a patient with a permanent disability that may require a lifestyle… read more
Posted on Mar. 14th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
It should be no surprise to the people of Pittsburgh that bicycle accidents can lead to brain injuries. Certainly, if a cyclist isn’t wearing a helmet it can increase the risk of traumatic injuries, but bikers’ brains may be at risk even with a helmet on. The fact of the matter is, if a car… read more
Posted on Mar. 7th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
There are very few injuries that are more frightening than those to the brain. The brain can be resilient and recover after even some of the worst injuries, or something as minor as a concussion can drastically alter a person’s personality, mood and behavior for life. And how do physicians determine how to treat or… read more
Posted on Feb. 18th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
The world of personal injury is extremely broad with a great number of types of injuries that can be sustained. Whether from a motor vehicle accident, a slip-and-fall, a medical mistake or something else, the result of such injuries can leave Pennsylvania victims needing long-term care and facing high medical expenses, often due to a… read more