Much like any other personal injury matter, spinal cord injuries are often the result of serious acts of negligence. While there are some situations in which diseases or other natural causes could be the root of a spinal cord injury, some of the most causes […]
Different Types Of Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries are some of the most serious a person can sustain. They often impact mobility and leave a person with the need for countless medical procedure and long-term care. Not many people, though, are aware of the different types of spinal cord injuries […]
Can A Serious Burn Injury Be Treated?
Any time someone sustains a serious burn injury due to negligence, they are bound to have numerous questions regarding what comes next. While legal matters are important in helping you cover the many expenses associated with the burn, it’s also important to get treatment. Treatment […]
Fieger Law Wins $23.5 Million Medical Malpractice Verdict
On March 25, 2019, a jury empaneled in a Cook County courtroom presided by Judge Lorna E. Propes announced a $23.5 million verdict against Presence St. Joseph Hospital in favor of the plaintiff’s brain-damaged child. Fieger Law’s Geoffrey Fieger represented the plaintiff, with assistance from […]
What Are The Different Levels Of Burn Injuries And Symptoms?
In terms of burn injuries, there are a number of different things that individuals should understand regarding what to expect and how to treat the burns. However, it is important to start at the beginning and fully understand just how severe burn injuries can be. […]
Burn Injury Types And Causes
When it comes to serious burn injuries, they are not all the same. There are multiple types of burn injuries that may be sustained, each with their own causes. Our infographic below displays the various types of burns and the situations in which they may […]
The Long-Term Impact Of Burn Injuries
Burn injuries are some of the most serious injuries that are not often discussed in the area of personal injury law. A big reason for this is the fact that not all burn injuries are the result of someone’s negligence, especially when you consider some […]
What Is The Glasgow Coma Scale?
When an individual undergoes a diagnosis for the severity of a traumatic brain injury, the symptoms experienced are most often the items looked at most. However, not everyone knows that there is a system in place that can help determine exactly how serious the brain […]
The Levels Of Traumatic Brain Injuries And How It Impacts A Victim
Not all traumatic brain injuries are the same, and many individuals experience the effects in a number of different ways. For victims, the impact of a traumatic brain injury can result in a lessened quality of life and an inability to enjoy some of the […]
Black History Month: Spotlight On “The Real Mccoy”
Have you heard the expression “The Real McCoy”? It comes from the incredible story of Inventor Elijah McCoy. In 1837, fugitive slaves George and Mildred McCoy escaped from Kentucky to Canada via Detroit’s Underground Railroad. They and their 10 children risked their lives and returned […]
