Injuries

Suffering a sudden traumatic injury can send your life suddenly spinning off course. Medical bills may pile up at the same time that you’re unable to return to work during your recovery. In a catastrophic injury, you could be facing a significant disability that prevents you from returning to work in your previous capacity...

When you work regular hours at a job that is physically demanding, you are at risk for injuries. Depending on the type of work you do, the kinds of injuries that you are at risk for can vary.Not all injuries are due to one single accident. Some can occur over time and may get...

Every year, thousands of Americans get into motorcycle accidents. According to the National Safety Council, 14 percent of traffic fatalities involve motorcycles, despite them only representing 3 percent of registered vehicles.The summer months in Missouri mean the number of riders increases along with the risk of accidents. If you own a motorcycle or are...

Concussions can cause serious, long-term damage, even when it seems like you recover quickly from a head impact. In fact, a concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury, or TBI.Review the symptoms and potential complications of a concussion that occurs in a car accident.Concussion symptomsMany people do not get the necessary medical care...

Semi-truck accidents can have brutal consequences due to the impact of a massive vehicle colliding with a car, motorcycle or pedestrian. On March 5, a semi-truck crashed into a vehicle and injured two state troopers in Maryland Heights. Tractor-trailer accidents are often caused by various truck driver errors or equipment failures. Here are some...

Medical advances have given us the opportunity to learn more about how the brain works. One realization in recent years is the vast impact of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Studies have brought attention to the fact that these injuries are more dangerous than we once thought.We now know that TBIs can result in symptoms...