Houston Spinal Cord Injury Blog
What to do for a suspected spinal cord injury
A possible spinal cord injury in Texas is an emergency situation that requires immediate attention from trained medical professionals. We at the Cole Law Firm believe that it is crucial for you to know what to do for someone who may have sustained a spinal cord...
Signs you may have suffered a traumatic brain injury
You had an accident at work when unbalanced equipment fell, hitting you in the head. You believe the injury you sustained is nothing serious, and you decide to refuse medical treatment. Later you have a headache, which during the course of the evening, gets worse....
What are the symptoms of PTSD?
The injuries that a service member from Texas can experience in combat are not always physical in nature. Post-traumatic stress disorder can arise from experiencing one distinct trauma or witnessing a series of disturbing events. PTSD can affect every area of your...
Texas pedestrian accident kills 2-year-old girl
A father in Round Rock, Texas, turned away from his 2-year-old daughter for a second to return a can of sunscreen to his car. However, a second was all it took for her to run away from him across a parking lot. Moments later, a car ran over the little girl, causing...
Reconsidering priorities after an auto accident
Right before a car crash, people may be going through a number of challenges in their lives, or they may be excited for a myriad of reasons. Whether someone is upset with one of their friends or they are looking forward to an event that is coming up or obsessed with a...
What are the treatments for bedsores?
Also known as pressure sores, decubitus ulcers and pressure ulcers, bedsores are among the most common secondary medical conditions that you may experience as a quadriplegic. When you are confined to a wheelchair due to a spinal cord injury, your weight can put enough...
Types of products on the recall list in August
It is the responsibility of manufacturers to test their products for hazards before they put them on the market, but many dangers are discovered after consumers are already using them. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission lists these defective products on its...
How do product warning labels help?
You have likely seen a warning label of a product you have bought in Texas. These warning labels are on almost everything these days. You may wonder why they are there and if they prevent people from getting injured. According to Harvard Business Review, the short...
What long-term services does the VA offer?
Serving this country as a member of the armed forces is one of the most selfless things you can do as a U.S. citizen. Your service is greatly appreciated by everyone. As a member of the military, you get access to Veteran's benefits in Texas. The U.S. Department of...
What qualifies as a hazardous material at a workplace?
Texas residents have rights to safety every time they get up and head out the door to work. Whether you work at a construction site or a fast food restaurant, the United States Department of Labor gives you the right to work in conditions without the risk of serious...
