When expectant mothers get into a delivery room, they generally go there hopeful that the birth process will be smooth and without complications, leading to the safe arrival of their precious babies into the world. However, negligence on the part of medical...
Brain Injuries
Navigating traumatic brain injury in Massachusetts
The brain is one of the most protected organs in the human body. Even so, you can still injure yours through a traumatic brain injury (or TBI) in Massachusetts. There may be ways to recover fully from the damage caused, but there are circumstances where it can lead to...
What is a coup contrecoup brain injury, and how does it occur?
Brain injuries are among the most serious types of personal injuries residents of Massachusetts can experience. A coup contrecoup is one type of brain injury. Usually, they develop after a severe car accident that results in impact to opposite ends of the brain. Coup...
What are the most common types of motorcycle injuries?
Many Massachusetts residents enjoy riding motorcycles, but accidents can happen that result in injuries. The following are the most common motorcycle accident injuries. Traumatic brain injury Motorcycle accidents can throw the rider and cause them to hit their head,...
Is brain injury linked to Parkinson’s risk?
Current evidence continues to indicate that injuries such as mild traumatic brain injuries and concussions must be taken seriously. The journal Neurology asserts that even a mild traumatic brain injury that includes a loss of consciousness for half an hour or less can...
A closer look at TBIs
A vehicle accident in North Adams, Massachusetts may cause several types of injuries which the driver notices, such as lacerations and broken bones. However, some injuries do not show immediately, so drivers think they aren't injured. Traumatic brain injury is among...
Cosmetic surgery results in woman’s brain injury
Many women in Massachusetts and around the world fantasize about their wedding day. Once a couple decides to get married, multiple preparations typically begin. Many women exercise, get skin treatments, tans, hairstyles and make-up as part of their personal...
Brain injuries increase risk of Parkinson’s disease
The brain is arguably one of the most important organs in the human body. When it is damaged or injured, it can have temporary and permanent impacts on the daily lives of anyone injured. Brain injuries can occur as a result of war, sports, accidents or lack of...
Lawsuit: Surgeon leaves OR early and patient suffers brain injury
During surgical procedures in Massachusetts or anywhere else, unexpected events can and do occasionally happen. This is only one reason among many why it's so important to have highly trained and experienced surgeons present. They can react if a serious issue arises,...
Girl with brain injury awarded $17M in medical malpractice case
Massachusetts residents entrust their well-being to physicians every day, relying on doctors' education and judgment to keep them healthy. Tragically, sometimes this trust is misplaced and the patient is left to pay a heavy price. In another state, a recent medical...