In a new post to our Virginia Brain/Head Injury Lawyers blog site, attorney Emily Mapp Brannon reports on a major recall of infant feeding seats that can collapse and put babies in danger of suffering serious injuries. To read more, click over to “Fall, Brain Injury Risks Prompt Recall of Graco Classic Wooden Highchairs.” EJL
The afternoon of Sept. 25, 2012, proved dangerous for a bike rider and a pedestrian in Newport News, Virginia (VA). The bicyclist was struck by a car from behind on Fort Eustis Boulevard and suffered a head injury that, while not life-threatening, did require hospital treatment. Minutes later, a car approaching a red light on…
What Happened: The family of a child who suffered brain damage from a birth-related injury reached a $25 million settlement with the U.S. Government. The family of JC Cibula took legal action against the United States under the Federal Tort Claim Act asserting that the Navy physicians who handled the mother’s birth were negligent in…
Recent studies reveal important information for parents about traumatic braininjury in children including how to prevent the injuries from occurring in the first place. To learn more, read the full story here… “Important Information Regarding Children And Traumatic Brain Injury“ CA
A group of researchers at Virginia Commonwealth have started investigating the connection between traumatic brain injury and a person’s propensity to engage in violent or criminal behavior. To learn more, read the full story here… “Researchers Explore Connection Between Traumatic Brain Injuries and Crime“ CA