Injuries to the skull and head can be extremely serious. One of the reasons why brain injuries are so threatening is because they often have a delayed onset, meaning that a person may feel fine in the hours after the incident, even if their injury could be...
Month: October 2020
Beware of autumn driving hazards in Louisiana
Fall has some of the best weather you will ever see in North Louisiana. While Ouachita Parish doesn’t get the colorful foliage the residents in the more northern states enjoy in autumn, the sunny, milder days and cool nights bring welcome relief to those who are ready...
Safety around semitrucks can save lives
Semitrucks are large and heavy vehicles that can cause serious injuries to passengers of smaller vehicles in a crash. All drivers must ensure that they’re operating their vehicles safely, especially when they’re around big rigs. The truckers must also take steps to...
Louisiana’s insurance law can fail victims of serious car wrecks
Traveling in a motor vehicle is an inherently dangerous activity. Even a simple, short trip that you've already taken a hundred times can result in a crash due to mechanical issues, mistakes on your part or bad driving habits practiced by someone else. Given that the...
Traumatic brain injuries and cerebral edema
If you suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in a car accident, one of the potential complications to be aware of is cerebral edema. Even if you feel all right after the crash, this complication can cause your condition to worsen over time. If it is not treated...
