Personal Injury

Paralysis is a devastating and life-changing injury. It occurs when a person loses the ability to voluntarily move some or all of their body. It can have many different causes, but the leading ones are as follows. Stroke The primary cause of paralysis is a stroke (33.7%). A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked. As a result, brain cells begin to die since they are not receiving the oxygen and nutrients they need....

When pursuing a personal injury case, you have the option to attempt to resolve your lawsuit through arbitration instead of the courtroom. Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution, often used if a settlement cannot be reached. The Arbitration Process The plaintiff (victim) and defendant (at-fault party) will decide on an arbitrator and meet with each other and their respective attorneys. The arbitrator is a neutral third party and is usually a retired judge or experienced...

Hot air balloon rides are a popular excursion, and although accidents are rare, they do happen. If you or a loved one are injured in a preventable hot air balloon accident, you may have a claim for compensation. Speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer in Las Vegas to explore your legal options. How Hot Air Balloon Accidents Occur Hot air balloon accidents can result in severe injuries and possibly fatalities. Since they are easily influenced by...

Post-Concussion Syndrome occurs when the symptoms of the concussion persist beyond the normal course of recovery. When the symptoms of a concussion last longer than two months and cause a person to withdraw from their normal routines, including personal and work lives, PCS (Post-Concussion Syndrome) can is usually diagnosed. When the symptoms become too much and impact your quality of life, or that of a loved one, you may start to wonder what options you may have....

Childbirth is scary enough for parents without worrying about brain injuries. When they happen, you can be left wondering how and why. One complication that can occur is an anoxic brain injury. Anoxic brain injuries occur when your brain is completely starved for oxygen. When the brain is deprived of oxygen, it takes only a few minutes before any damage is done. But once an injury occurs, it may not be reversible, leading to permanent brain damage,...