A recent report by the National Academy of Sciences Institute of Medicine found that traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are linked to Parkinson’s disease, dementia, depression, seizures, hypothalamic diseases and pituitary diseases. Consequently, it will now be easier for military veterans with TBI and associated illnesses to receive disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs.… read more
Most motorcycle accidents are caused by forces outside of the rider’s control, such as negligent motorists, hazardous road conditions and inclement weather conditions. As such, motorcyclists can never assume that other vehicles sharing the road are aware of their presence. Quite often, motorists make left-hand turns or change lanes to pass without seeing the motorcyclist… read more
Brain injuries dramatically alter the victim’s mental functioning. For many victims, brain injuries cause permanent changes in personality that affect their family lives. Recently, National Public Radio interviewed Sean Morey, a former NFL player who has suffered a series of brain injuries leaving him with post-concussion disorder. According to the Center for Disease Control and… read more
According to a recent study from the American Bikers Aiming Toward Education (ABATE), recent legislative focus on helmet use as the sole contributor to motorcycle safety is misguided and obscures the influence of other safety concerns. An analysis of Michigan’s surge of motorcycle fatalities in 2011 shows that more motorcyclists died wearing helmets than not.… read more
According to a recent University of Oxford Study, the long term cognitive and emotional consequences of traumatic brain injuries put victims at a high risk for premature death. The study analyzed the medical records of 218,300 Swedes diagnosed with traumatic brain injuries from 1969 to 2009. Researchers found that those who survived the immediate brain… read more
All motorcycle enthusiasts know that motorcycle insurance is a necessary but often costly service due to the inherent hazards of the road. However, there are many safety practices that can lower monthly costs and premiums. At the most basic level, the policy holder’s style of motorcycle determines insurance rates. As such, it might be wise… read more
Traumatic brain injury is the disruption of brain function following head injuries, such as concussions. Car accidents and falls can cause traumatic brain injuries, but their incidence is rare in comparison to the multitude of concussions resulting from contact sports. Parents concerned about long term cognitive function of their athletic children will be pleased to… read more
Often motorcycle accidents occur in the absence of other motor vehicles. In such situations, the motorcycle likely has a defective part that malfunctions under certain conditions. Those injured in motorcycle accidents caused by defective parts can make a product liability claim against the automaker that produced the motorcycle. In addition, the victim may also have… read more
The Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety (AHAS) just released a comprehensive report which ranks each state by the effectiveness of their traffic safety laws, according to a recent report by the Huffington Post. The report compares accident statistics with enforcement of traffic safety laws. For instance, states that enforce seatbelt requirements as a primary… read more
In the event of a motorcycle accident, the victim can build a strong case against the responsible motorist if they can prove that they were riding safely and in accordance with the law and that the other driver was explicitly breaking the law in the moments preceding the accident. If the motorcyclist dies in the… read more
