A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can leave you with a problem balancing -- which can affect your life in ways that you just wouldn't expect. In order to understand your balance problems and what you can do to minimize the problems, get as much information as possible on...
Year: 2017
Safety tips for sharing the freeway with large trucks
Data shows that nearly 80 percent of collisions with large trucks are caused by drivers of passenger vehicles. Part of the reason for this is that many drivers never learned how to safely share the road with these big rigs. Read on to learn how you can improve highway...
The dangers of stairs for the elderly and tips to stay safe
Falls are the No. 1 one cause of injury and death for senior citizens in the United States. It's because every second of every day a senior citizen suffers a fall in one way or another. Falls can occur just about anywhere, but are most likely to occur in the home....
Important safety tips for nighttime drivers
Summer is arguably the best time of the year, the weather is warm and the days are long. Sadly, it’s quickly passing by and before you know it we’ll be “falling back” to even shorter days. Your now sunny commute home from work will soon be met with complete darkness....
Can you avoid a bite when a dog charges?
You're out for an evening jog when you notice a dog that's off its leash. You're already too close, and it's exhibiting signs that it may bite. It's standing stiffly, for example, and growling softly in your direction. What can you do? Is it still possible to avoid a...
Woodland Hills personal injury attorney can help with claims
According to a recent report from the National Safety Council, highway fatalities in California are on the rise. In fact, the rate of traffic deaths in the state is increasing faster than the national average. Part of the reason for the uptick is the improved economy,...
New research shows various effects of brain injury
Brain injuries are known to cause mental and personality changes in victims, some of which may be permanent or difficult to treat. Now, new research is starting to clarify the differences between different types of damage suffered after physical injury. The amygdala,...
The scary convenience of distracted driving
No texting while driving. It seems simple, right? It’s no secret that texting and driving is an alarming issue and has become a leading cause of car accidents. Most states, including California, have specific laws banning you from texting while operating a vehicle....
2 killed, 2 injured in California highway collision
Interstate highways in California carry an immense volume of traffic. Drivers normally work together to maintain safety for every vehicle and their occupants, but accidents can occur, especially if drivers attempt a dangerous maneuver without a full understanding of...
Brain injuries by the numbers
A brain injury is one of the most complex types of injury, pain and disorientation for people. No two brain injuries are precisely alike, just as the circumstances around them are different. The brain is not even fully understood by medical science. However, we...