A recent catastrophic accident in Pennsylvania could lead to a traumatic brain injury. The length of time regarding the effects of a TBI varies, but victims should understand how their lives could change. BrainLine offers a number of ways in which TBIs trigger changes...
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What is chronic traumatic encephalopathy?
A traumatic brain injury in Pennsylvania is always cause for concern, especially when the patient is a young person. That said, there are variations in the severity of TBI. A concussion is the least severe and most common type. Many concussions are relatively mild,...
3 steps to take after a dog bite
A lot of dogs are friendly and loving, but some can be dangerous. Even dogs that are not normally aggressive may attack out of protection or fear. According to recent data, approximately 4.7 million people in the U.S. sustain dog bites every year. If a dog bites you,...
What is the dangerous dog statute?
Dog ownership is a serious undertaking. Not only must the owner tend to the dog's physical needs, but he or she must also consider the safety of animals and people around the dog. If a dog injures someone, what happens next? In Pennsylvania, the Dangerous Dog Act sets...
What are the psychological effects of amputation?
The loss of a limb is a traumatic experience in all circumstances, but it is especially trying when it results from an accident or injury. Amputations are associated with a range of psychological effects, many of which can have lasting implications without the right...
How to deal with winter walking hazards
Snow and ice help create beautiful winter scenes, but walking on both can be dangerous. While property owners, businesses and institutions are responsible for keeping their walkways shoveled and free from ice, there are some things you can do to promote your safety...
Is a bar or restaurant liable for a catastrophic accident?
Horrible motor vehicle accidents because of drunk driving happen daily across the United States. Lives change forever from extensive injuries, and some are ended. Is a restaurant or drinking establishment liable for wrongful death from a car crash? Tragically, deaths...
Dealing with a loved one’s traumatic brain injury?
Dealing with a loved one’s traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be difficult and complex, even if the injury is slight. TBI’s are head injuries that commonly occur in accidents such as: Car accidents Falls Blows to the head As a TBI can make things such as memory,...
Children with traumatic brain injuries face consequences
The evidence continues to increase that children do not recover as well from traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) as once thought. In fact, the children that do not die from severe TBIs may face a lifetime of difficulties. While the awareness of the true consequences of...