At least 450,000 Americans suffer from spinal cord injuries (SCIs) here in the United States, according to the National Spinal Cord Injury Association (NSCIA). Symptoms these individuals experience vary widely depending on their injury's location. Both types of SCIs,...
Personal injury
Personal injury
What should you do if a dog attacks?
Avoiding dog bites starts with knowing what to do in advance. In the moment, everything is going to happen quickly. The dog is going to snarl, bark and charge. If you don’t already know how to react, it’s too late. You’re most likely going to do the wrong thing. You...
Slips and falls: How to determine if you can file a claim
Most people think that slip and fall incidents can only result in minor injuries such as bruises or cuts. It's not uncommon for someone to suffer broken bones, head injuries and other impairments in a slip-and-fall accident, however. Insurance companies are quick to...
Children, trespassing and injuries
It’s natural for homeowners to assume that they’re not responsible for the injuries that someone suffers while trespassing on their property. The common thought is that the person shouldn’t have been there in the first place so, if they got injured, that’s their own...
What should you do when you see a dangerous dog?
If a dog begins coming toward you, without a leash or an owner anywhere in sight, you may feel nervous. The dog may look aggressive, frightened or some combination of the two. What should you do to keep yourself safe? The first thing you should know is to keep all...
Safety concerns for the urban bicyclist
Opting for a bicycle can be a great, healthy lifestyle choice and it can help you be more environmentally friendly. With all the benefits that come with cycling, there are also some safety concerns that you should be aware of to keep yourself safe. Cars aren’t always...
How do brain injuries affect emotional stability?
After a resident of Illinois suffers from a brain injury, they face many problems. They may deal with physical or mental complications. They may even deal with emotional complications. The latter is a category that does not get the same attention as the first two. But...
What are different types of head injuries?
Even seemingly minor head injuries can have lasting consequences. In general, the type of head injury a person sustains plays a role in how serious the damage is, and how long it will take to recover. This guide explains a few of the most common head injuries, which...
Guide to treating a burn injury
Burn injuries can be one of the most painful types of injury in Illinois, and they often require medical attention. Less severe burns can be treated at home, but in order to do this properly, one needs to be able to diagnose the burn. According to Healthline, there...
How parents can set standards for their teen drivers
It may not seem like it, but summer break is just around the corner. And if your teen recently got their license, they may be excited to hit the open road once the final bell rings. However, you may want to talk with them before they get behind the wheel. To some,...