New study results have concluded that people in West Virginia and across the United States who have previously experienced a brain injury, even a mild brain injury, are at an increased risk of Parkinson's disease. The study looked at veterans who had suffered a...
Month: April 2018
Dog bite claims among homeowners on the rise
Every year throughout West Virginia and the rest of the U.S., approximately 4.5 million cases of dog bites are reported. Roughly one in every five sends the victim to the emergency room. In 2017, dog bite claims accounted for one-third of all liability insurance...
Avoiding accidents in bright conditions
Rain and snow may make driving dangerous, but they're not the only types of hazardous weather. In the early morning and late afternoon, drivers in West Virginia can find themselves being blinded by the sun's rays. This compromising of vision can increase one's chances...
Famous magician’s secrets revealed on first day of injury trial
West Virginia residents may have heard about an accident that happened during a show performed by magician David Copperfield in 2013. The victim, who claims he was injured when he participated in Copperfield's show, filed a claim against the show in 2014. A jury trial...
2 things to consider when dealing with a motorcycle accident
Warmer weather and longer days mean more West Virginia motorcyclists on the roads. As excited as you may be at the thought of bringing your chopper out of the garage, it is important for you to understand the dangers you face when riding. Motorcycle accidents are...
Head injuries could increase the risk of dementia
According to a recently published study, there could be a link between experiencing a traumatic brain injury and an increased risk for Alzheimer's or dementia. There are about 50 million people who sustain such an injury in West Virginia and throughout the world each...
Lack of attention the cause of many car accidents
West Virginia drivers who daydream while behind the wheel might be more dangerous than those who use cell phones while driving, according to a study by Erie Insurance. Despite the attention paid to the dangers of being distracted by smartphones, boredom and...
Portable scanners can help diagnose brain injuries
Everything from a car accident to a sports-related collision can cause a brain injury. In general, these injuries are classified as either traumatic or acquired for West Virginia patients. Acquired brain injuries can be the result of tumors, strokes, electric shocks...
Distracted driving on the rise
Drivers in West Virginia may be aware that distracted driving is a hazard. However, they might not realize just how pervasive it's becoming. A recent survey showed that 63 percent of drivers fear distracted drivers more than they do intoxicated drivers. The number of...
Scientists inquire into causes of brain injury
Concussions can be severe and even life-changing for people in West Virginia injured while playing sports, driving a car or going about their business. Concussions and other forms of brain injury can develop after a hard impact to the head; while this fact is...