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How To Recognize Traumatic Brain Injuries in Young Children and Teens
Whether they are toddlers or teens, it can be difficult to tell when children have suffered a serious head or brain injuries if they are not crying or complaining. Far too often, small children and teens just think they are feeling a bit odd – and have no idea that they should either obtain immediate medical help or lie down and rest for an extended period. All this puts extra pressure on parents, teachers, and other caregivers to carefully observe and get help for any child with visible problems. Yet until children reach school age, (unless they are undergoing routine medical exams), the signs and symptoms of major brain injuries may be hard to discern. This article looks at how many children’s head injuries occur and common signs that a child or teen is struggling with a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Diagnostic information is also shared. Early discovery is crucial
New York Automobile Accident Attorney Explains if OBEL Coverage is Necessary
Here at the New York Accident Attorneys of Frekhtman & Associates, we advise New York car insurance holders to consider purchasing OBEL i.e. Optional Basic Economic Loss coverage. Along with basic insurance coverage, OBEL coverage provides protection to automobile accident victims with an additional $25,000 which can be used to cover medical expenditures and lost wages. There are various types of insurance covers that provide compensation for medical bills/or lost earnings in case of an auto accident. OBEL coverage is optional coverage and is not mandatory. If you obtain this coverage then it will provide an additional benefit of $25,000 which will supplement your motorist insurance coverage. It is mandatory for every single driver of an auto vehicle in New York to possess Personal Injury Protection or No-Fault insurance. The No-Fault insurance pays for medical bills up to $50,000 and this optional coverage provides an additional cover of $25,000. In
Diagnosing Complex Symptoms When Neck Injury Occurs
Some of the most painful neck injuries people ever suffer are due to motor vehicle accidents, sports activities, and work-related falls. Depending on the severity of the neck damage, they can also develop serious, long-term spinal cord injuries (SCIs). When a neck damage patient arrives fully conscious in the emergency room, the physicians will carefully conduct a thorough physical exam and then ask many questions about the accident. Every neck injury must be promptly evaluated so that secondary health problems will not rapidly escalate. Here are some symptom lists that can help doctors diagnose specific neck damage issues, followed by a brief overview of the most common diagnostic tests often used. Neck damage symptoms indicating possible harm to the larynx or the trachea As WebMD notes, the trachea or windpipe is about four inches long and extends from just beneath the larynx (or voice box) down to an area behind
What To Do If You Had A Trip And Fall Accident
1. If you are injured, call an ambulance from the scene of the accident and go to the hospital. Don’t leave the scene. One of the most frequent defenses raised by insurance companies is that the accident did not happen in the manner alleged or in the location alleged. Having an EMS crew arrived at the exact spot you fell and document it in their report will help prevent such arguments by the defendants. 2. Take photographs of your injuries including bruises, scarring, and casts or braces. Take photographs of the location where you fell and the defective condition that caused you to fall especially if it is a transient condition like oil, water, or ice that may be cleaned up or disappear rather quickly. Photographs help establish that the defect was really there when you fell. The best thing to do is to hire an attorney immediately and have
NYC Healthcare Construction Jobs Increase Could Lead To More Accidents
Although many new NYC healthcare construction projects are bringing critically needed jobs during the pandemic, safety guidelines must still be closely followed to limit accidents. Between 2020 and 2023, NYC boroughs (except for Staten Island) should experience a thirty-eight percent (38%) increase in healthcare sector construction, costing about $9.4 billion. That number reflects a slight increase over the $6.8 billion the city spent between 2016 and 2019. Many of the new buildings will be constructed in the Bronx and Brooklyn. All OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) officials and construction site managers must keep enforcing all basic safety measures – while also requiring all workers to wear COVID-19 masks and stay socially distanced from each other whenever possible. Here is a general overview of the many types of accidents and injuries that cause so many workers to miss valuable time on their New York City construction jobs each year. Most
EP07 S01: NYC Tenant FAQs: Do I Need to Keep Records of My Complaints ?
It is very important for you to keep a record of the complaints or conversations with the management company or the landlord of your apartment building, especially when it comes to possible safety violations. Learn more in our last podcast episode! Join The Official FREE Official NYC Tenant’s Rights Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2WmES8M Pick Your Favorite Channel: Apple Podcast | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | RSS  Full Transcript: Welcome to Trial Stories an informative discussion of civil justice with a focus on the human story. I’m your host. Arkady Frekhtman a New York City trial lawyer passionate about helping serious injury victims and their families. New York City tenants often ask “How important is it that I keep detailed records of my complaints or my conversations with the management company or the landlord for my apartment building?” And I would say it’s very important, especially if it’s a safety violation and it leads to an injury. And here’s