Is cerebral palsy related to a birth injury?
Cerebral palsy is a disorder that affects muscle movement and motor skills. The brain develops abnormally or is damaged during birth. It used to be thought that CP was caused when the brain did not get enough oxygen during the birth process, but scientists know much more about the disorder today. Although there is no […]
Read MoreCan locking phones prevent distracted driving?
Any activity that takes a driver’s focus away from the primary task of driving is dangerous, but statistics show that, by far, using a phone is the most distracting. In 2016 an estimated 3,500 people died from the road accidents caused by distracted driving. This rising number of deaths inspired National Highway Traffic Safety Administration […]
Read MoreInjured in a Car Accident in Missouri? Here Are 4 Important Things to Do After the Crash.
If you have been injured in a car accident, the success of your insurance claim will depend on the steps you take to prove the extent of your injuries and the cause of the crash. Here are some important legal bases to cover after a car accident in Missouri.
Read MoreAutonomous trucks will bring changes to the industry
Missouri truck drivers may benefit from autonomous trucks, and experts say that the introduction of these trucks will not lead to job loss. Trucks will still need to have drivers in the cabs. However, a number of hurdles must be cleared before autonomous trucks are fully integrated into the industry. These hurdles are mainly related […]
Read MoreAggressive driving is a problem
Many Missouri motorists have witnessed instances of road rage when they have been behind the wheel, and some may have even acted in that manner themselves. However, that type of behavior is only one form of what the National Highway Traffic Administration refers to as “aggressive driving”, and the problem is quite severe. In 2009, […]
Read MoreChildhood cancer and misdiagnosis
Many Missouri residents do not know how big the problem of childhood cancer is. Around 43 children in the United States are diagnosed with cancer each day, and 40,000 children undergo cancer treatment every year. Twelve percent of the children that are treated for cancer end up dying from the disease. While cancer itself can […]
Read MoreTBIs: causes, symptoms and treatment
Some people in Missouri might wonder what causes a traumatic brain injury and how it is treated. A TBI happens because of a blow to the head or because the head is jolted in a way that shakes the brain inside the skull. People often get TBIs from falls, motor vehicle accidents, playing contact sports […]
Read MoreReporting elder abuse
Missouri residents who have made the difficult decision to place a loved one in a nursing home have many options if they suspect abuse, neglect or exploitation. The severity of the situation and the local resources that are available dictate the plan of action to combat such treatment. In the event that nursing home neglect […]
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