Catastrophic Injuries
What is Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)?
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a form of brain damage that can occur after repeated blows to the head. It is a progressive, degenerative disease that can cause memory loss,..
The Importance of Journaling After a TBI
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a severe injury typically from a car accident, fall, assault, or any other type of head trauma. Many people who suffer from TBI experience..
Does Brain Injury Increase the Risk of Dementia?
A brain injury can be traumatic and life-altering. For many people, it means an extended period of rehabilitation as they work to regain physical and cognitive abilities. However, what happens..
What Are The Most Difficult Injuries to Recover From?
It’s no secret that recovering from a serious injury can be difficult. The process is long and difficult for some, and for others, it may be an ongoing challenge. There..
What Is Considered a Catastrophic Injury?
Under Missouri law, a person or party responsible for causing injury to another can be held financially liable for any damages—in other words, the at-fault party must pay back the..
The Risk of Infection after a Severe Bone Fracture
Understanding Bone Fracture Infections Bone fractures typically do not lead to infections. However, when they do occur, they can pose severe complications that require a long, complicated course of treatment..
Quadriplegia vs. Paraplegia
Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries Spinal cord injuries are the result of a sudden blow or cut to the spine. The consequence can be severe damage to the vertebrae, ligaments, discs..
The Long-Term Effects of a Burn Injury
Understanding the Consequences of a Burn Injury While you can recover from a minor burn in most cases, sustaining a severe burn injury can be life-threatening and change someone’s life..
Are Spinal Cord Injuries Permanent?
What is a Spinal Cord Injury? A spinal cord injury is the result of a sudden blow or cut to the spine causing damage to the vertebrae, ligaments, or discs..
What are the Psychological Effects of Amputation?
Amputation and Mental Health Challenges Nearly 2 million people live with limb loss in the United States, and trauma is one of the leading causes of amputation. Not only does..
Why Having a Catastrophic Injury Lawyer is Important
Any type of injury sustained after an accident should be treated with the utmost sensitivity. However, when the injury is labeled as catastrophic, there are plenty of hardships that come..
Two Firefighters Injured In Accident While Responding To A Call
Two firefighters were injured in a crash Monday, November 25, while responding to a call near Ozark, MO. Jason Stephens, 29, was driving the fire truck with two passengers, one..
25-Year Zoo Employee Dies After Charged By An Elephant
Bradford worked at the zoo for 25 years. Zookeepers say Patience, a 41-year-old female elephant, got aggressive with Bradford and charged. There were other workers at the barn. At approximately..