Brain Injury lawyer Bob Fuerst remains concerned about the possible ramifications of concussions being suffered by high school athletes. In games such as soccer, where players often use their heads to hit the ball in a certain direction, or football, where the potential for head injury is more obvious, players and parents should take all …
Summertime is approaching which means that kids are spending more and more time at the pool. While swimming is an inherent part of summer and childhood memories, parents need to be aware of the increased risk for falls and resulting head injuries that can occur poolside. Diving boards can be slippery and hazardous, and parents …
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As a Traumatic Brain Injury lawyer, I have seen first-hand the effects of brain injury in children, and the long term consequences suffered by these kids and their families. Previous studies have documented the long term consequences, but a new study has now come out addressing this issue as well. One of the key findings …
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This month, in Brain injury Professional, a publication of the North American Brain Injury Society www.nabis.org , there is an excellent article on the after affects for families of children who suffer traumatic brain injuries and remain in a low response state. Such children have unique long term medical needs, and typically require treatment and …
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Fast food chains often lure families with the indoor playground equipment that is available for kids. Parents should keep in mind the normal precautions to prevent children from falling and suffering head injuries, but in addition should pay special attention to restaurant areas. These businesses are required to oversee and maintain inspections and ensure that …
Anyone who has children young enough to play on playgrounds need to be acutely aware of the dangers presented by playground equipment. Falls are the leading causes of brain injury in children, and unfortunately these injuries can have devastating consequences. Falls off of monkey bars, sliding boards, and playhouses that are up in the air …
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RALEIGH, N.C. – Clay Allsopp has been making videos since he was 7 years old, so when his computer science teacher told him about the contest, he decided to enter. “It was about a topic that I was really concerned about, which is bicycle safety,” said Allsopp, who is a junior at Enloe High School. …
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