A car accident can be a major life experience that causes emotional trauma. Navigating the aftermath requires resilience and coping mechanisms to restore emotional well-being. You may find that as you work on recovering physically from a car accident, your emotions...
Law enforcement officers face various risks on the field, including the risk of needle injuries. Generally, needlestick injuries occur when an officer conducts a search. In many cases, the suspect does not reveal that he or she has needles on his or her person,...
Fentanyl is a serious issue in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports this substance is 50 times more potent than heroin. More than 150 people lose their lives overdosing on fentanyl each day. Because of how potent it is, fentanyl...
Police officers' roles often expose them to various risks and challenges. One part of their job involves potentially dangerous situations that can lead to injuries. Knowing more about the most common injuries that police officers may suffer from while carrying out...
A car accident can result in serious injuries that make it difficult to return to life as normal. Following the collision, you may need to miss work or forgo your regular duties to recover from the injuries you incurred. After a car accident happens and you attempt to...
Firefighters serve as everyday heroes who put their lives on the line to protect communities from the devastating effects of fires. While citizens commend their bravery and commitment, it is also important to recognize the potential long-term consequences firefighters...
Someone's negligence can cause injury to another person. In this case, they have a personal injury case. Here are a few things people can expect in a personal injury case. 1. Presence of duty A case begins with a defendant owing a duty. For example, that can be...
A traumatic brain injury can take months or even years to recover from. The changes you experience could interfere with your ability to work or maintain the same level of independence. If you reach a point in your recovery where you desire to return to the workplace,...
Spinal cord injuries can occur suddenly and leave those who experience them either partially or completely paralyzed. Such injuries affect people of almost every age group. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke notes that motor vehicle accidents...
Like most people, you may not appreciate public safety members until you need them. Then, firefighters, law enforcement officers and paramedics become saviors and heroes. However, these individuals consistently put themselves in danger to protect the public, moving...