Monthly Archives: May 2024
What Are Loss of Limb Injuries in Accidents?
Severe accidents of various types can result in devastating injuries — some can ultimately heal, while others may cause permanent disabilities. Injuries like spinal cord injuries (SCIs), traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and amputations can all result in permanent disabilities that not only can be life-altering in terms of a person’s physical abilities but can… Read More »
How University of Virginia Engineers Could Reduce Traffic Injuries in Richmond
Motor vehicle collisions can result in severe and deadly injuries for a variety of parties involved in the crash, including the driver, other vehicle occupants, motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians. While cities like Richmond have taken steps to implement Vision Zero plans that aim to eradicate roadway deaths, vehicle occupants and pedestrians continue to sustain… Read More »
What is Contributory Negligence in Virginia?
When another party’s negligence or intentional act results in a serious accident that causes harm to another person, the injured party often does — and should — consider options for seeking compensation to cover damages and losses associated with the injury. In motor vehicle crashes such as car accidents and pedestrian collisions, it may… Read More »
Women at Higher Risk of Severe Injury in Car Accidents, Study Says
Are certain people more likely to sustain severe injuries or particular types of injuries in car crashes than others? A recent peer-reviewed study in Frontiers in Public Health reports that women involved in motor vehicle crashes “may be more likely to go into shock than men,” and may be more likely to sustain injuries…. Read More »