Greater Toronto Area Personal Injury Law Blog

What is chronic traumatic encephalopathy and its cause?

Suffering from concussions might seem like no big deal once you are healed. This is especially true if the concussion is fairly minor and doesn’t have a barrage of symptoms associated with it. Recently, a condition called chronic traumatic encephalopathy has shown that multiple concussions, no matter how minor, can have long-lasting effects.

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Internal bleeding is a critical issue requiring emergency care

Being struck by a vehicle is a horrific experience for any pedestrian. These accidents can lead to a host of injuries. Some injuries, such as bruising, aren’t life-threatening. Other injuries, such as internal bleeding, are much more serious and can be life-threatening.

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Compensation after a brain injury serves several purposes

Brain injuries can change every facet of your life. Not only can you suffer from physical impairment, you might also suffer from behavioral changes. One thing that makes brain injuries a bit different from other injuries is that the effects of the brain injury can often affect your loved ones. Your loved ones are the ones who have to deal with your mood swings and the behavioral changes that you might go through.

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Can pressure sores happen after a spinal cord injury?

Spinal cord injuries put a person at risk for a variety of complications. When you are immobile or have limited mobility, you are at risk of suffering from a pressure sore. A pressure sore is something that can be difficult to treat. In extreme cases, it can be life-ending.

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Paralysis from spinal cord injuries can lead to travel issues

A person who has a spinal cord injury might suffer from paralysis that makes them dependent upon a wheelchair to get around. While a wheelchair gives the person more independence, it does mean that a bit more planning is necessary when the person wants to travel. That is one factor that can have a negative impact on the quality of life for a spinal cord injury patient.

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Pedestrians and bicyclists face severe injuries in accidents

Pedestrians and bicyclists face some unique challenges when they are moving along the roadways. Not only do they have to watch for obstacles on the sidewalk or roadway, they also have to watch out for drivers who might not be watching out for them. The disturbing fact is that pedestrians and bicyclists are at the mercy of motorists.

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