After an auto accident, you may consider yourself lucky to have survived a collision without any obvious major injuries. However, even minor injuries from a crash can lead to severe medical issues later. That makes it essential to seek medical care as soon as...
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Common birth injuries for expecting parents to know
Bringing a new life into the world can be both incredibly joyful and overwhelmingly stressful for parents. From conception to birth, there are many complications that can occur, and not all of them are preventable. While they can do their best to make the pregnancy a...
Top 5 signs of nursing home abuse to watch for
Nursing home abuse is a horrific crime that often goes unnoticed until it is too late. Government agencies and abuse activists estimate that one out of every ten nursing home residents suffers from abuse. It is important to recognize nursing home abuse before it...
Can landlords be held responsible when their tenant’s dog attacks?
Alabama law states that owners are responsible for their dogs and that owners are legally required to provide confinement and training as necessary to ensure the safety of the public. However, in certain circumstances, the courts have determined that landlords are...
What diseases can people get from a dog bite?
A bite from a dog causes an immediate puncture or open wound and makes a person susceptible to infection and disease. Understanding the risks associated with dog bites may encourage people to seek medical attention sooner than later. The most common diseases from dog...
How to tell if you have a hidden injury after a car accident
If you get into a car accident in Alabama, there are certain things that you need to do immediately, such as filing an insurance claim and police report, as well as getting your vehicle repaired. You will also want to get checked out by a medical professional and...
City settles over officer-involved shooting
A misconception that may exist surrounding wrongful death lawsuits in Birmingham is that they must involve some apparent element of recklessness or negligence. In reality, however, any case in which a person dies due to the wrongful actions of another may qualify for...
How severe is my concussion?
A concussion is one of the most common head traumas you can sustain. Some think concussions are only minor injuries. However, if the injury is severe, your concussion can have serious complications. Doctors grade concussions on a scale from mild to severe, depending...
Could the doctor have prevented your stillbirth?
Having a baby should be one of the most joyous times in your life. However, for some women, it ends up being a terrible time due to a stillbirth. This can happen when a baby dies in the womb or during delivery. While there are varying causes for a child to die in the...
Getting to know the Glasgow Coma Scale
Traumatic brain injuries can exact a heavy toll on those in Birmingham who suffer them. Depending on the severity of their injuries, TBI victims may be back on their feet in a couple of days, or they could be dependent on round-the-clock care for the rest of their...
