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There are two reasons to get medical treatment after a car accident. Car accidents don’t always result in visible injuries, though there are serious internal issues like head trauma or internal bleeding.

A physician will give you a proper check-up and look for tell-tale signs of any internal injuries or other concerns post-accident.

The second reason to get medical treatment, even if it’s just a quick medical evaluation, is for documentation. If your minor injuries become chronic or worsen over time, you might need to file a personal injury lawsuit to recover any compensation for lost wages or medical debt. A trip to the doctor will serve as helpful evidence later.

How Quickly Should I File an Accident Claim?

Car accidents and resulting injuries range in intensity and severity. Common injuries include:

• Concussions, skull fractures, and bleeding
• Herniated discs
• Knee trauma
• Internal bleeding
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Spinal cord injuries
• Whiplash

Typically, car accident victims have three years to file a car accident claim and a personal injury lawsuit. Not all accidents end up in the emergency room or cause immediate pain. Some pain and injury are delayed after a car accident, so the extended timeline considers this fact.

The quicker you file a claim, the fresher the evidence is to help hold the other driver accountable. We can review your case and offer legal guidance and support.

What Medical Exams Should I Get?

Car accidents are traumatic for your body. Afterward, it’s not uncommon to experience swelling, tissue damage, pulled muscles, sprains, or whiplash. You should know about the three main medical tests after a car accident: X-rays, MRI scans, and CT scans.

It would help if you deferred to your physician which test makes sense based on your car accident and injuries, though these three exams will help uncover anything lurking beneath the surface.

If you have questions about medical treatment post car accident, get in touch with our legal team to get your questions answered. Call: (302) 428-8800.

How Can an Attorney Help Me?

We have experience helping clients in various car accidents pursue compensation for a car accident. Our dedication doesn’t stop there, either. Part of our legal counsel and support includes helping our clients seek proper medical treatment and rehabilitation to ensure they recover.

During this stressful time, we also negotiate with your insurance company to prevent a lowball settlement offer, coordinate with other attorneys, solicit witnesses, gather evidence, and build a case to represent you in court.

From start to finish, we ensure your legal experience is as seamless and worry-free as possible. You already have enough on your plate to worry about, so let us worry about the next part.

Schedule a free consultation with our legal team to discuss your personal injury case: (302) 428-8800.

The spinal cord is one of the most sensitive parts of the body. It houses sensory and motor nerves and connects the brain and spinal cord to other body parts.

Damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves at the end of the spinal canal is considered a spinal cord injury. Even minor damage can lead to paralysis.

Spinal cord injuries can be minor or severe, though typical symptoms include numbness, tingling, or a loss of sensation in the hands and feet. Paralysis may happen immediately or develop over time as swelling and bleeding affect the spinal cord, according to ninds.nih.gov.

What Causes a Spinal Cord Injury?

According to mayoclinic.org, the leading cause of spinal cord injuries is automotive and motorcycle accidents. These incidents account for almost half of the new spinal cord injuries yearly.

Medical mistakes are another cause of spinal cord injuries. Traumatic needle insertion from an epidural, surgery errors, emergency room mistakes, and failure to diagnose spinal cord impingement or abscesses can lead to long-term consequences, including pain, loss of sensation, and paralysis.

Suffering from spinal cord injuries can be financially, physically, and mentally devastating. It could impact your ability to work, and treatment and recovery can incur extensive medical debt. Contact our legal team if you have spinal cord injuries due to an accident or medical malpractice: (302) 428-8800.

Are All Spinal Cord Injuries Serious?

Every year between 250,000 and 500,000 people suffer from a spinal cord injury. More than half of these spinal cord injuries affect young adults between 16 and 30.

Spinal cord injuries vary in severity, though as the most sensitive area of your body, any level of damage has consequences. There are upper and lower injuries that affect different parts of your body. Spinal cord injuries can cause circulatory problems, swelling of extremities, and sensation loss.

According to the World Health Organization, spinal cord injuries lead to secondary conditions that can become life-threatening or debilitating

Injuries higher on the spinal cord can cause paralysis and your limbs, which is the most severe spinal cord injury. This is also known as tetraplegia or quadriplegia.

Should I Get Legal Help for a Spinal Cord Injury?

Thirty percent of people with a spinal cord injury are hospitalized at least one or more times during the year, according to msktc.org. Additionally, the initial hospital expenses of a spinal cord patient will average nearly $95,203.

After recovery and rehabilitation, a spinal cord patient will pay almost $2,958 per year in hospital expenses and $4,908 for medical services, supplies, and adaptive equipment, according to the National Library of Medicine.

These additional medical expenses can take a financial and emotional toll. Suppose your spinal cord injury was due to medical malpractice, medical negligence, or a car accident. In that case, our legal team can help you file a lawsuit and seek restitution for your injuries, pain, and suffering.

Contact our experienced legal team to start building a case: (302) 428-8800.

According to trustedchoice.com, 25 percent of all car crashes in Delaware can be blamed, in part, for distracted driving. Distracted driving, perbankrate.com, causes approximately 3,000 deaths per year.

Distracted driving is any activity while driving that diverts the driver’s attention away from the road. This includes talking or texting on the phone, eating and drinking, and talking to other people in the vehicle. Cell phone usage is one of the most common driving distractions.

Distracted driving is a dangerous traffic violation as it can put you, your passengers, and other people on the road in danger. It is a choice, and it’s also preventable. If you have been hit—and hurt—by a distracted driver, contact our legal team today: (302) 428-8800.

What is Inattentive Driving?

Any condition or event that causes a driver to pay less attention to the road is considered inattentive driving. Inattentive drivers are possibly the most dangerous type of driver as they endanger others without knowing it.

The age group with the most significant proportion of inattentive drivers is the under 20 age group. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, young drivers are involved in more fatal crashes than other drivers due to inattentive driving.

For example, if they’re not paying attention, they could cause a car accident if there’s a sudden stop, traffic jam, or construction. If caught by law enforcement, inattentive driving can result in two points off the driver’s record.

Is There a Difference Between Distracted and Inattentive Driving?

There are three categories of distracted driving, and inattentive driving is one of them. This includes manual distractions, visual distractions, and cognitive distractions. Inattentive driving is a result of the latter.

There is a slight difference between distracted and inattentive driving, though there’s the same harm in the consequences. Distracted driving refers primarily to tangible things that consume the driver—a cell phone, eating or talking, or playing with the radio.

Inattentive driving, on the other hand, is when a driver can’t fully concentrate on the road due to visual or cognitive disruptions. This might include watching the scenic views rather than the road or daydreaming about a vacation.

How Can an Attorney Help Me?

Car accidents are one of the number one causes of personal injury. With this, it’s no surprise that distracted, and inattentive driving plays a role—almost 45 percent of all crashes or near-crashes involve them. These are dangerous behaviors on the road, diverting your attention from the road and putting other people in danger.

Distracted or inattentive driving can increase your chances of a car wreck. They can cause catastrophic injuries and require extensive medical treatment, including brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, and ligaments.

Suppose you are the victim of a car accident and believe distracted or inattentive driving is at play. In that case, our legal team can help you pursue compensation and recover damages due to your injuries. Contact our experienced legal team for advice on dating a personal injury claim: (302) 428-8800.

A long-term care ombudsman is an advocate for aging adults over 60 years old living in licensed and certified community-based living facilities. In this role, ombudspersons are dedicated to protecting vulnerable elderly individuals and improving the quality of care in long-term care facilities.

This includes resolving issues and addressing complaints related to abuse or other concerns.

Ombudspersons can help elderly adults and their family members with appeals and grievances, abuse and neglect complaints, transfer or discharge assistance, and much more.

What Powers do the Ombudsman Have?

An ombudsman is a neutral intermediary. For this reason, an ombudsman has the power to investigate and file complaints against leadership officials in nursing homes and long-term care facilities, as well as other influential organizations. They put the care of aging adults before anything (and anyone) else.

According to usombudsman.org, an ombudsperson can investigate complaints and issue a subpoena when necessary.

An ombudsman, however, has no enforcement or disciplinary powers. This might be a good place to start if you want to gather more information, understand your rights, and determine what steps to take next if you believe there is abuse.

When Should I Reach Out to an Ombudsman?

Every nursing home or long-term care facility should have visible contact information for their ombudsman representative. Ombudsman services are free to long-term care residents and their families.

If you believe your loved one is being abused, neglected, or exploited, you can file a confidential complaint with an ombudsperson. The ombudsman helps senior victims of abuse and works with families to understand their rights in the legal system.

When you give the ombudsman permission to share your concerns, they can raise these issues with high-up officials in the long-term care facility. They can arm you with information and resources and try to resolve your issue, though they are not attorneys and cannot force any legal action.

Do Attorneys Handle Nursing Home Negligence?

When a caregiver or family member fails to care for or treat your elderly loved one with love and respect, the abuse can have serious physical and mental consequences, including depression, anxiety, and increased cognitive decline.

The well-being and quality of life of your loved one is a priority, and any form of abuse is unacceptable. You can raise concerns inside the long-term care facility or with an ombudsman and engage outside advocates, such as the Elder Abuse Hotline.

Your loved one has the right to restitution for pain, suffering, and injuries. We can help facilitate an investigation and recover compensation and damages to cover the expenses and non-economic losses related to your loved one’s trauma.

Book a free consultation with our legal team to get started on your case: (302) 428-8800.

A workplace injury takes place on the job site.

The most common accidents on-the-job are physical accidents. Many workplace incidents result from poor working conditions, slip and fall accidents, tripping hazards, lousy lighting, and lifting heavy objects.

One of the most common work-related injuries is slip, trip, and fall accidents.

Work-related accidents can cause many physical injuries, from pulled muscles and tendons to broken ankles and wrists to injuries to the head, face, neck, and back.

If a person hits their head or neck in the “right†way after a slip, or their spinal cord, it can lead to paralysis, disability, and death.

What are Common Work-Related Injuries?

Employees are exposed to potential workplace accidents every day: spills, obstacles, broken equipment, toxic fumes, and more.

As hundreds of thousands of workplace accidents occur annually, property and business owners must take proper precautions. These are some of the most common workplace accidents that cause work-related injuries:

• Slips, trips, and falls
• Repetitive strain injuries
• Muscle strains due to trips and slips or heavy lifting
• Being hit by falling objects
• Crashes and collisions with workplace machinery
• Exposure to hazardous materials

If you have been injured at work through no fault, contact our attorneys for advice regarding a lawsuit to recover compensation. Call: (302) 428-8800.

How Do You Prevent Work-Related Injuries?

Property and company owners must be proactive in maintaining a safe work environment for employees. If you get injured on the job despite these efforts, these are a few ways you can prevent other workplace accidents in the future:

• Be aware of your surroundings, especially around heavy machinery or heavy objects
• In environments that might be prone to leaks and spills, such as manufacturing, try to avoid the area altogether
• If you have weight limitations, let your employer know, and don’t push yourself
• If you have preexisting conditions or issues, request workplace accommodations from your employer

If you have additional questions on workplace safety, contact our legal team for help with your safety. Call: (302) 428-8800.

If I Was Injured, Will Legal Representation Help?

Workplace accidents are common, even with the best measures, training, and workplace safety programs. Many potential obstacles are lurking throughout the workplace. While a slip and fall accident might sound innocent, you could break your neck and become disabled or injure your spinal cord and never walk again.

Slip and fall accidents and other workplace incidents can significantly hinder your future and cause significant financial consequences due to medical treatment and expenses, hospital stays, lost wages, and more. Serious accidents can be life-changing.

When you are injured at work and unsure where to turn, consider the help of an attorney. Our law firm can review your case and determine if you have a personal injury lawsuit. If we win, you can potentially recover damages and restitution to cover your medical bills, lost and future income.

Call our legal team and discuss your case today: (302) 428-8800.

Physicians and medical professionals must follow a standard of care to ensure the well-being and care of patients. Part of this standard of care is following compliance and proper protocols.

Mistakes happen in healthcare, even with careful consideration and procedure. When a physician or healthcare professional makes an honest mistake that leads to an injury, exacerbated health issue, or illness, this is considered medical negligence.

Medical negligence does not always result in immediate physical injury; sometimes, these mistakes can take years to surface. If you suffer from negligent or poor healthcare, our attorneys can help you sort through the details of your potential case.

Schedule a hassle-free conversation with our legal team today: (302) 428-8800.

Is Medical Negligence Different from Medical Malpractice?

Medical negligence and medical malpractice have similar outcomes. This is why they are typically referred to interchangeably.

The only difference is that medical negligence is typically a medical mistake, while medical malpractice is considered professional negligence or a disregard for patient care that results in injury.

The patient receiving medical negligence or medical malpractice experiences the same results from a misdiagnosis or failure to treat a condition. Getting legal advice from an experienced attorney will help you explore your options, including a lawsuit if it makes sense.

Schedule a free consultation with our legal team to get started: (302) 428-8800.

What are Common Types of Medical Negligence?

There are six common types of medical negligence, which often crossover into medical malpractice, including:

• Failure to diagnose or misdiagnosis
• Misreading or misreporting laboratory results, as well as ignoring results
• Unnecessary surgery or treatment recommendations
• Improper medication or dosage
• Surgical errors
• Poor follow-up or aftercare
• Premature discharge after a hospital stay or procedure

Worsening of an original condition, additional illnesses, unnecessary surgery, pain and suffering, emotional distress, impairment, and sometimes death are some severe consequences of medical negligence.

If you are suffering from a negligent act, contact our law firm today and get valuable legal advice: (302) 428-8800.

If I’ve Experienced Medical Negligence, What Can I Do About It?

There are four ways to prove medical negligence, including proof that a professional duty was owed to the patient, a breach of duty, an injury or breach, and resulting damages.

We are experienced in managing complex medical negligence and medical malpractice cases. We will interview medical experts, examine medical records, solicit witnesses and gather all the needed facts and information to build a claim on your behalf.

When you need to hold a physical or medical professional accountable for poor patient care and neglect, our attorneys can help you recover compensation, damages, and punitive damages.

Contact our law firm to discuss your medical negligence case today: (302) 428-8800.