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What are the impacts of a TBI on personality?
A traumatic brain injury usually occurs as the result of a severe impact to the head. These injuries can have numerous effects on various aspects of a victim’s life and health. Some impacts, like memory impairment, are well-known. Others, like the impact a TBI can have on a victim’s personality, do not gain nearly… Read More »
How can crush injuries impact you?
Getting into a car crash can lead to numerous injuries, and many of them have the potential to have serious impacts on your life. Crush injuries make up some of these potentially impactful issues. But what are crush injuries, and how do they affect the body? Types of crush injuries Medline Plus takes a… Read More »
In a Jones Act negligence claim, what are “maintenance and cure”?
Perhaps you are a maritime worker and suffer from an injury you sustained while serving as a deckhand on a freighter. Under the provisions of the Jones Act, your employer failed to provide you with “maintenance and cure.” What does this mean and what should you do about it? About the Jones Act If… Read More »
How does the LHWCA work?
The Longshore and Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act provides protection for workers injured on the job in the maritime industry. It is like the workers’ compensation program for the industry because traditional programs do not cover it. The U.S. Department of Labor explains the LHWCA gives you options for compensation and other benefits after a… Read More »
What kinds of serious burns can a car crash produce?
A car crash can result in your receiving catastrophic injuries. Perhaps none of these is as painful or debilitating as a serious burn. Stanford Health Care reports that you can actually receive the following three types of burns in a car crash Thermal burns if a fire ensues and its flames reach you, or… Read More »
When are car accident injuries considered catastrophic?
Unfortunately, if you become involved in an auto or other type of motor vehicle accident, the result could be a variety of serious injuries. But which of these are truly catastrophic? The first thing you need to know about catastrophic injuries is that, as explained by The Lawyer Monthly, this is not a medical… Read More »
Watch out for these bad faith insurance practices
Insurance premiums can be a significant expense, but you make these payments with the expectation that your insurance provider will treat you fairly if you ever need to make a claim. Unfortunately, insurance companies have developed a reputation for using unsavory tactics to avoid paying settlements. If your insurer fails to fulfill their duties… Read More »
Reviewing a property owner’s duty of care in Texas
Galveston residents likely assume that in any situation where they suffer an injury on another’s property, liability for such an incident lies with the property owner. Such is the foundation of premises liability law. However, oftentimes assigning such liability is not so cut-and-dry. Many come to the team here at The Hodge Law Firm,… Read More »
How can distractions on the road lead to truck accidents?
Dealing with a truck accident can leave you feeling overwhelmed and constantly in pain. There are a few sources of distractions that can lead to a trucker veering off the road and crashing into another vehicle. Learning about these common issues and how they influence truckers can help you as you drive. Texts and… Read More »
How to prepare for litigation
Although more companies are turning toward alternative dispute resolution methods, for more complex cases, litigation is still a common choice. Because of the time and money, a court case takes, preparation is imperative for the best outcome. If you are facing litigation, there are some things to keep in mind. Gather all relevant evidence… Read More »
