by The Law Offices of J.G. Winter | Nov 8, 2021 | Brain Injury
Rather than performing on a stage, synchronized swimmers perform in the water. Synchronized swimming is similar to dance; therefore, the sport is sometimes called water ballet. Swimmers can perform solo, as a duet, or on a team of four to eight people. The objective... 
by The Law Offices of J.G. Winter | Oct 29, 2021 | Brain Injury
Could Pesticides cause traumatic brain injury? Pesticides are known neurotoxins used in agriculture, homes, landscapes, and workplaces to prevent or kill invasive pests or weeds. Many pesticides are only dangerous in large quantities and consistent exposure, but some... 
by The Law Offices of J.G. Winter | Oct 15, 2021 | Brain Injury
More than 300,000 children are treated for traumatic brain injuries (TBI) each year, while over 5.4 million children have a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Can ADHD increase the severity of a TBI in Children? When you suffer a brain... 
by The Law Offices of J.G. Winter | Oct 1, 2021 | Brain Injury
Each year, an average of 1.5 million Americans suffer a life-altering brain injury. While brain injuries may affect many aspects of a victim’s life, many people may be unaware that a brain injury can affect a person’s sexual behavior. While it may be uncomfortable to... 
by The Law Offices of J.G. Winter | Sep 28, 2021 | Brain Injury
Concussions are some of the most neglected injuries that often go untreated by victims who assume that their mild concussion does not warrant any cause for concern. In fact, the CDC has reported that they believe an estimated 1.6 to 3.8 million untreated concussions... 
by The Law Offices of J.G. Winter | Sep 15, 2021 | Brain Injury
Brain injury is the leading cause of death or disability among children in the United States. When a child becomes the victim of an accident that results in a pediatric brain injury, it can be a frightening and alarming experience. While pediatric brain injuries may... 
by The Law Offices of J.G. Winter | Sep 7, 2021 | Brain Injury
The CDC reported that 1.5 million Americans sustain a traumatic brain injury, or TBI, each year. Traumatic brain injuries are considered a catastrophic injury that may be deadly. While diagnostic and treatment options for TBI have improved over time, older adults have... 
by The Law Offices of J.G. Winter | Aug 26, 2021 | Brain Injury
Suffering from a traumatic brain injury may seem like something that is rare and only occurs in severe accidents. Unfortunately, this serious injury is more common than you may think. Annually, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) account for approximately 2.8 million... 
by The Law Offices of J.G. Winter | Aug 16, 2021 | Brain Injury
A stay in an intensive care unit is not a fate wished upon anyone. People admitted to intensive care are already suffering from a severe health condition, and unfortunately, many people have come out worse than they went in. A recent study found that even after three... 
by The Law Offices of J.G. Winter | Aug 9, 2021 | Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injuries are more common than people believe. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that an estimated 1.5 million U.S. residents sustain a TBI each year. Over 200,000 of those who sustain a TBI are hospitalized and survive.... 
