SOMMERVILLE, Massachusetts — In a groundbreaking study published in the journal Cerebral Cortex on March 8, 2024, scientists at Tufts University School of Medicine shed light on the extensive impact of traumatic brain injury (TBI) on brain function. Led by Samantha Bottom-Tanzer, an MD/PhD student in neuroscience, the research team unveiled that TBIs, often caused […]
Far-Reaching Impact of Traumatic Brain Injury Discovered Read More »
SACRAMENTO, California — A Folsom High School student has taken legal action against the school district following an incident where he suffered a brain injury and was left partially blinded during a school event involving inflatable bubble body suits. The lawsuit, filed on February 13, 2024 in the Sacramento Superior Court, highlights alleged negligence on
Student Sues School District After Suffering Brain Injury Read More »
TAMPA, Florida — A lawsuit has been filed against Universal Orlando following an incident on the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster. Geriann Irwin Clem and her husband, Richard Clem, initiated the legal action, seeking damages exceeding $50,000. Their claim stems from a visit to the park on February 11, 2024. According to the lawsuit,
Universal Orlando Park Guest Suffers TBI on a Roller Coaster Read More »
BAKERSFIELD, California — In a recent verdict, a jury in Kern County, California, has mandated grocery store giant Albertsons to pay $4.3 million in compensation to a man who sustained brain injury damages during a visit to one of its stores. The sentence was handed down on February 28, 2024. The incident, which dates back
Albertsons to Pay $4.3 Million For Brain Injury Damages Read More »
With traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) garnering increased attention, it’s essential to understand the diverse causes and effects of these severe injuries. From sports-related concussions to motor vehicle accidents and workplace incidents, TBIs can occur in various settings and impact individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Moreover, the long-term consequences of TBIs underscore the need for
Brain Injury Awareness Month 2024: Our Advocacy to Help Read More »
WESTFIELD, New Jersey — A family from Westfield has taken legal action against a New York baseball park, alleging negligence resulting in a 12-year-old boy sustaining a child brain injury during a youth baseball game on February 22, 2024. According to the lawsuit, Anthony Labin was playing in a game at Cooperstown Dreams Park in
Family Sues Baseball Park Over Child Brain Injury Read More »
LOS ANGELES, California — Renowned television personality, Wendy Williams, has disclosed her diagnosis of primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia following a series of medical evaluations, her team revealed in a press statement issued on Thursday, February 22, 2024. The announcement sheds light on a condition affecting over 2 million Americans, as estimated by the
TV Host Wendy Williams Diagnosed with Progressive Aphasia Read More »
SACRAMENTO, California – Electric bikes, valued for their affordability and environmental friendliness, offer an attractive alternative for young individuals seeking independent mobility. However, they are not without risks, as demonstrated by tragic incidents like the 2021 crash involving two girls riding a Rad Power Bikes e-bike, resulting in one fatality due to brain injuries. In
California Introduces Bill Mandating E-Bike License Read More »
BETHESDA, Maryland — In a study published in the journal JAMA Network Open on February 15th, 2024, researchers have found a significant correlation between moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) and an increased risk of brain cancer. The study focused on military service members and has far-reaching implications beyond the armed forces. Traumatic brain
Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Linked to Brain Cancer Risk Read More »
In the aftermath of traumatic motor vehicle accidents causing brain damage, critical decisions surface regarding the resolution of claims. The key dilemma revolves around whether to settle or proceed to trial. This discussion explores brain injury auto accident settlements, focusing on their key components, factors influencing decisions, and the pros and cons of settling versus
Brain Injury Auto Accident Settlements: Settling or Trial? Read More »
The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. For legal assistance, call the California Brain Injury Help Center for a free consultation and case review.
© 2023 Brain Injury Help Center. All Rights Reserved.
