Night shift workers are at a higher risk of being involved in a car accident due to fatigue. If you have been involved in an accident due to another’s negligence, contact The Hoffmann Law Firm, L.L.C. Drivers who are fatigued face many risks similar to the ones faced by drunk or drugged drivers. Driver fatigue …
The delicate and important structures inside of the throat make such an injury a complicated one. The throat is an area which runs the risk of severe injuries because it is exposed. Blunt force trauma to the throat can cause secondary damage to the esophagus, spine, trachea, or brainstem. Causes of Throat Injuries Blunt force …
Until recently, Temporomandibular Joint Disorder was believed to be a disorder that affected people with prior jaw or teeth issues. If a person had missing or chipped teeth, or they were prone to grinding teeth in their sleep, they were expected to have some kind of TMJ pain. However, there is another cause of TMJ …
The complete loss of sensation and the ability to move one side of the body is known as hemiplegia, while the partial loss of movement is referred to as hemiparesis. Head injuries are common in motorcycle accidents. Depending on the severity, head injuries can result in minor, temporary side effects or major, lifelong consequences. Our St. Louis motorcycle accident …
Anyone who suffers a traumatic brain injury and a significant percentage of those who suffer moderate traumatic brain injuries will have a long-term disability. One of the serious consequences include a condition known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Symptoms of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Chronic traumatic encephalopathy is a condition that was recently discovered in 2002 and involves brain …
Motorcyclists often invite their children to ride along and children may be eager to accept the invitation. A motorcycle accident can cause serious injuries to an adult, and if it involves a child, it can be deadly. No matter how experienced and cautious a motorcyclist is, a negligent motorist can lead to a crash, causing injuries. Unlike passengers in …