Young athletes who suffer concussions often are their own worst enemies. They may ignore their injury because they want to play, not sit on the sideline. Young people tend to think they are invulnerable. They fail to see concussions as anything more than a knock on...
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How can you deal with memory loss after a crash?
As a resident of Texas who has recently gotten into a severe car crash, you are likely dealing with numerous injuries and health complications in the aftermath. If you suffered from any sort of injury to the head or brain, then it is possible you will also be dealing...
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...
Lack of oversight was a key factor in fatal workplace injuries
In 2018, a tragic accident occurred in another state that resulted in multiple fatalities. The fatal workplace injuries occurred after an oil rig exploded. A safety board recently commented on the incident, stating that the five lives that were lost may have been...
Catastrophic injuries: How Texas legally defines negligence
Texas highways are often the scene of serious automobile collisions. When a person suffers catastrophic injuries as a result of a crash, he or she often not only needs emergency medical assistance but assisted-living care in the days and weeks following the incident....
Alcohol-related accidents can cause spinal cord injuries
When you think of causes of spinal cord injuries, what comes to mind? Motor vehicle accidents? Falls? Acts of violence? These answers are correct, but there is one contributing factor that can increase the likelihood of a spinal cord injury: alcohol. A...
Did employer negligence result in your workplace injury?
Whether you work in Texas or another state, your employer is legally obligated to do certain things to help you stay safe on the job. For instance, your employer must provide proper training and any available safety equipment appropriate to your line of work. If your...
Speeding often leads to catastrophic auto accidents in Texas
A Texas community has suffered a great loss. Speeding often causes drivers to lose control of steering, sometimes resulting in catastrophic auto accidents. That appears to be what happened in a recent collision that has taken the life of a 15-year-old girl....
Catastrophic collision injuries often lead to fatalities in Texas
In Texas and beyond, intersections are highly dangerous places where auto accidents often occur. Catastrophic collision injuries are a common result when drivers fail to stop at red lights or are otherwise negligent while navigating crossroads. The Texas A & M...
Catastrophic accident in Katy results in fatality at the scene
In the immediate aftermath of a Texas collision, there is often an increased risk for additional accidents to occur. Motorists may not be able to stop in time if they suddenly come upon pedestrians or a disabled vehicle in the roadway. This is one of many reasons...