Recent Blog Posts
Domestic Violence and Brain Injuries
Domestic violence is a common crime among those in relationships. Some men (and women) have power and control over their partners, and may abuse them in many ways. A lot of the abuse is emotional and financial in nature, but it can also be physical. In fact, a common tactic used by abusers is… Read More »
Dangers of Motorcycles: Safety is Key
Many people love riding motorcycles. Motorcycles are small and powerful, but they’re not safe. Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety administration show that 6,553 motorcyclists were killed in 2023. Motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to be killed in a crash than drivers of passenger vehicles. Motorcycle riders face safety challenges due… Read More »
Do Roller Coasters Cause Brain Injuries?
Going to an amusement park and taking a ride on the kiddie roller coaster is a fun experience whether you’re a child or an adult. Every year, 300 million people ride roller coasters. It’s a common experience. However, the loop-de-loops and upside-down roller coasters may give you pause. You may feel scared. You may… Read More »
What Not to Do After a Car Accident
Do some research online and you’re bound to find thousands of articles telling you what to do after a car accident. But that’s not all you need to know. You should also have an idea of what you should not do after a crash so you can make the process easier and protect your… Read More »
Common Injuries and Accidents Among Children
When it comes to young children, supervision is key. It may seem as though your kid is always getting into an accident and suffering from some injury or another. Some children are daredevils who are always testing their limits. Others are just clumsy kids who are always tripping and falling. Whatever the situation, as… Read More »
Hit and Run Accident Statistics
After a car accident, all drivers involved are expected to stop and remain at the accident scene to render medical aid and exchange information. While that does happen most of the time, not all drivers stop. Many drivers flee the accident scene for a variety of reasons. They may not have insurance. They may… Read More »
Bicyclist Killed in Hit and Run Crash
Riding a bicycle is great for exercise but it’s not so great when it comes to safety. Drivers of motor vehicles don’t always see these bicyclists, causing them to hit them. If that’s not bad enough, some drivers flee the accident scene for various reasons, leaving these bicyclists for dead. Sadly, this was the… Read More »
What to Know About Amputations
In cases of trauma or disease, a person may need an amputation. An amputation refers to a removal of a limb or extremity. Ideally, an amputation would occur while you are under anesthesia, but it is possible for a limb to be torn off in a severe accident. Serious injuries, including severing, crushing and… Read More »
5 Injured in Head-on Crash
Three vehicles were involved in a recent crash that injured five people. The accident occurred on the evening of April 22 in Murfreesboro. The Murfreesboro Police Department arrived at a crash on Veterans Parkway at Highway 99. The accident was described as a head-on crash. The driver of a Buick Enclave moved into a… Read More »
Maternal Injuries and Death During Childbirth
Giving birth to a baby is often an exciting time, especially for first-time parents. While the United States is a modern first-world country, childbirth can still be dangerous. In 2023, about 260,000 women died during and following pregnancy and childbirth. While the risk is much higher in low-income and third world countries, any expectant… Read More »