Who gets whiplash injuries?The short answer is that anyone can get a whiplash injury. But whats surprising is that 1.you didnt have to be in a real bad accident to get a whiplash injury and2.the amount of damage to your vehicle can be minimal, and you can still be injured So, what are the risk factors for whiplash injury? What I mean by that iswhat factors make it more likely that youll suffer a whiplash injury if youre in a motor vehicle...more
Seattle Chiropractic Care For Whiplash InjuriesNeck injuries caused by the sudden jerking of the head forwards, backwards, and sideways are called whiplash. Although whiplash can be inflicted when playing sports or having an accident in the workplace, the most common source of this injury is an automobile accident.Whiplash is painful and while muscle relaxers can help, the best treatment is seeking Seattle chiropractic care as chiropractic...more
Personal injury claims arise because injuries were caused by another entity's negligent action(s). Although one common example that many people use when describing a personal injury is when an inattentive driver causes a car accident which results in someone else's injury, that's just the tip of the iceberg. There are many more injuries where personal injury law may be relevant.Another huge area of personal injury law is product liability. Product liability which focuses on dangerous and/or defective products. It applies to companies that have manufactured and sold products that are not safe to unwary consumers. In some cases they were negligent in doing their due diligence, while in other cases, unconscionably, it was done knowingly - with malice of forethought.Unfortunately you can find defective products in an all too wide range of categories. There are potentially dangerous products in virtually every area you can think of. For example, many lawsuits have been filed by people who were injured by defective household appliances, toys, recreational equipment, drugs and medicine (both prescription as well as non-prescription), medical devices, firearms, tobacco, food, toxic...more
If you think you have a good chance of winning a settlement in a personal injury lawsuit, you will need to find a good lawyer to represent you and present your case for you. There are some things you may want to consider when you are looking for the best in the business.One of the most important things you will want to know before deciding on a...more
If you are considering bringing a personal injury lawsuit, it is helpful to first understand if it is the right choice for your situation. Fundamentally, a personal injury issue is a civil legal action taken in order to receive money from a business, individual, or even government agency. The funds are sought after in order to compensate for...more
Many people recommend daily workouts at the gym as the best routine for maintaining health. While it is true that a combination of cardio exercise and weight-training workouts can be beneficial to getting in shape and becoming more fit, it is important to consider the down side of gym exercise. There are several dangers of gym exercise that should be mentioned, as they may make gym workouts do more harm than good.The gym itself is not a hazard so long as you know how to use the equipment properly, and what to avoid.The first danger to address is that of over enthusiasm leading to injury. A gym-goer may decide to start weight training without first learning proper position and methodology. It is important to learn exactly how to use weight training equipment before including these exercises in your fitness routine.Before you begin your training routine, it is important to warm up. Pre-workout warm-ups can prevent torn muscles. And torn muscles can prevent you from working out for weeks, because they have to heal. So, a pre-workout warmup is time well invested!Successful and safe weight training requires that your body be in proper alignment. Without proper alignment you will not get...more
If you or a loved one has had the horrible experience of being injured because of the actions, negligence, or oversight of another person or establishment, you may have a good case for a personal injury lawsuit. Common concerns and questions may have...more
There are so many things that happen unexpectedly, and not all of them are welcome or good. Sometimes things happen that can leave you hurting, needing medical attention, losing benefits from having to miss work, suffering from mental stress and...more
When someone gets sick in this world, they typically go to the doctor. While this works for a lot of people, some prefer to go to a more holistic approach to receive the help that their body needs in order to heal from the sicknesses and injuries...more
Hugh Jackman InjuredHugh Jackman was injured throughout his stunt that he performed for Oprah Winfrey, when he slid down a cable from the top of the Sydney Opera Home toward a large outdoor stage. The stunt went wrong and Hugh Jackman failed to cease...more