Posted on October 11, 2021 in Brain Injury

Cauda equina syndrome is an emergency condition forming in the lower back that typically requires surgery. Individuals with cauda equina syndrome are often admitted to the hospital right away so they can undergo treatment. Here, we want to properly define this rare disorder, discuss its effects on our body, and talk about how this happens… read more

Posted on September 29, 2021 in Auto Accidents

Distracted driving is incredibly dangerous, and it can lead to severe accidents that cause lifelong injuries. When most people think of distracted driving, they think of drivers staring at their phones, applying makeup, or eating behind the wheel. However, we want to discuss something called optimism bias and how this can affect our driving behavior…. read more

Posted on September 22, 2021 in Auto Accidents

Many newer vehicles have some sort of automation. In fact, vehicles made by Tesla tend to have incredible levels of automated driving available, though they are not the only companies making a deep dive into automated technology. In some ways, vehicles can even unpark themselves and come to you in the parking lot. Here, we… read more

Posted on September 15, 2021 in Premises Liability

Anytime a person sustains an injury caused by the careless or negligent actions of another individual, they should be able to recover compensation for their losses. However, it is crucial to fully examine all possible liable parties in the event an injury occurs. In some cases, it may be possible to hold other entities accountable… read more

Posted on September 13, 2021 in General

Benzene is a chemical widely used in many products throughout the United States. Various industries use benzene to make other chemicals, including chemicals used to make plastics, nylon and synthetic fibers, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and more. Recently, it was discovered that certain sunscreens also contained unsafe levels of benzene. Here, we want to discuss the repercussions… read more

Posted on August 31, 2021 in Brain Injury

The brainstem is the structure located at the base of our skull and in our neck area that connects the cerebrum of the brain to the spinal cord and cerebellum. The stem is composed of four separate sections, and an injury to this area of the body could have devastating consequences for the injured individual…. read more

Posted on July 31, 2021 in Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Losing somebody that you love is incredibly challenging. Dealing with the loss will inevitably be an extremely emotional and stressful time for you and your family. This is particularly true if your loved one lost their life due to the careless, negligent, or intentional actions of another individual or business. In these situations, family members… read more

Posted on July 30, 2021 in Workplace Injury

When individuals go to work in the state of Oregon, they do so with the understanding that they will be cared for in the event they sustain an on-the-job injury. The Oregon workers’ compensation system is robust and offers strong protections for those who sustain injuries or illnesses at work. Here, we want to answer… read more

Posted on July 29, 2021 in Medical Malpractice

If you have watched any of the numerous medical dramas on TV, and you have undoubtedly seen instances where individuals receive news from a doctor and then decide to seek a second opinion. However, patients seeking second opinions does not happen as much as you may think. Here, we want to discuss when it would… read more

Posted on July 26, 2021 in Bus Accidents

Most people understand that they have certain requirements when it comes to operating their vehicles around school buses. This is particularly true when a school bus comes to a stop. However, there is some confusion about exactly what drivers are supposed to do depending on their location or proximity to the bus. Here, we want… read more