Erb’s palsy may not be something that most people are familiar with, but it is a potentially serious injury that some children may suffer during birth. Erb’s palsy, also known as Erb-Duchenne palsy, is a loss of movement or weakness in the arm that occurs when the collection of nerves around the shoulder – known … Read More »
Stay Alert to Help Avoid Truck Accidents
Posted On: April 1, 2012 | Categorized as: Motor Vehicle AccidentsThe drivers of 18 wheelers and other large commercial trucks are in a race against time. The faster they deliver their products, the more money they make. Unfortunately, the pressure to deliver goods on-time leads many drivers to push their vehicles to unsafe speeds or to push themselves past the point of exhaustion. Too often, … Read More »
Tips to Stay Safe on a Motorcycle
Posted On: April 1, 2012 | Categorized as: Motor Vehicle AccidentsAs the weather gets warmer and spring becomes summer, people all over the country – including Pittsburgh – will take to the road on motorcycles. And while motorcyclists may enjoy the open air and the open road, they must remember to do what they can to stay safe. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety … Read More »
Tragic Balcony Fall Accident
Posted On: April 1, 2012 | Categorized as: Personal InjuryA Gannon University student from Butler County has died following a recent fall from a fraternity house balcony in Erie, Pennsylvania. The student fell from a second-story balcony at the Alpha Phi Delta fraternity house. This is a tragic accident that leaves a community in mourning. More information regarding the accident can be found at … Read More »
Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Affect Medical Decision Making
Posted On: April 1, 2012 | Categorized as: Serious InjuriesSuffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change a person’s life. Because of the danger of damage to the cognitive and emotional centers of the brain, it is essential that those with TBIs receive the best medical care available. Unfortunately, a new study indicates that suffering a traumatic brain injury may negatively affect a person’s … Read More »
