Rush hour in Georgia is something many drivers must contend with during the week. Drivers tend to be in a rush to get to their destination. With more cars on the road, there is a higher likelihood of being in an accident, especially a fender bender. One of the most...
Injuries
Can whiplash cause a TBI?
Getting in a car accident in Georgia can often give you whiplash, especially when an impact occurs at high speeds. Whiplash is an injury to the neck that occurs when the head is quickly and violently jerked. While whiplash is not typically associated with harm to the...
State action plans help address bicycle safety on the road
While bicycling around the beautiful landscape of Georgia is a growing trend especially in commuter dense areas, cyclists still share the road with motor vehicles. Bicycles do not provide the protection of a car when an accident happens resulting in property damage...
Common signs of a concussion or minor brain injury
Even minor car accidents in Georgia can cause injuries that last for a while. Some of the injuries may not be obvious at first, which is why it is so important that everyone receives a medical examination after even the smallest accident. Things like whiplash and...
Injuries that are often associated with whiplash
Whiplash is an injury that generally occurs after a person has been involved in an auto accident. South Carolina residents may have heard it called by other names such as cervical sprain or cervical strain. When a car accident takes place, a person's head may move...
Obtaining compensation for traumatic brain injuries
If you have recently suffered from an accident in Georgia that caused a traumatic brain injury, or TBI, your path forward may seem very difficult. These types of injuries can make everyday life more difficult both physically and mentally. Recovery can be time...
Soft tissue injuries more difficult to prove after car accidents
Car accidents frequently inflict soft tissue injuries. When vehicles collide on Georgia roads, the forces of impact usually jolt or bash the occupants. These sudden movements or impacts could stretch, strain or tear tissue like muscles, tendons or ligaments. These...
Headaches are not the only post-crash symptoms to look for
If you are the victim of a car crash, you may walk away from the accident and, except for shaky nerves, feel perfectly fine. The problem is that symptoms of an underlying injury may not show up for days or weeks. One of the more common symptoms is a recurring...
3D printing technology could help treat spinal cord injuries
Researchers hope that a new device based on 3D printing technology could someday help car accidents victims in Georgia recover from spinal cord injuries, or SCIs. Engineers and medical researchers have created a silicone 3D-printed guide that supports specialized...
Car accident head injuries may be more severe than they seem
Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in Georgia and around the country according to the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control, but they are not always treated in a timely manner because diagnosing serious head trauma can be...