Serious injuries

A spinal cord injury due to an accident can dramatically change a person's life. For many, though, dealing with the pain and coping with life after the injury is just the start of a long road. Following a devastating accident, many are left to face huge medical bills,...

Motor vehicle collisions are among the most common causes of amputations. Some of those amputations are traumatic, meaning that they occur during a crash.  The incredible force generated when vehicles collide can sever a body part. Traumatic amputations are especially...

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change a person’s life in an instant. While some injuries are mild, many lead to long‑term challenges that affect how a person thinks, feels and functions day to day. For Connecticut individuals who suffer a TBI in a crash, fall or...

The spinal cord serves a critical function. It allows the body to communicate with the brain and vice versa. The spinal cord can sustain damage when car crashes occur. The violent motions of vehicles and even flying debris can lead to significant spinal cord damage....

People classify injuries as catastrophic based on their practical implications. Financial consequences and functional limitations are common concerns that may make an injury seem particularly severe. Spinal cord injuries are among the most expensive and debilitating...

Life-altering limb amputation is a risk in severe motor vehicle accidents, and the associated trauma is overwhelming for most. An amputation opens a chapter of physical adjustment, emotional healing and financial strain. From emergency treatment to long-term changes,...

Many people walk away from car accidents thinking they are fine, only to experience serious symptoms days or weeks later. One of the most commonly ignored injuries in auto accidents is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Unlike cuts or broken bones, TBIs are invisible and...

People who are injured in motor vehicle crashes may suffer from serious injuries, some of which can damage the spinal cord. The issue with spinal cord injuries (SCIs) is that they can impact the victim for the rest of their life.  There are several things to know when...

You may expect a motor vehicle accident to cause severe injuries like brain or spinal cord trauma, but devastating burns are also a risk. Severe burns can have life-long consequences for victims. They cause immense physical pain but also lead to long-term medical...