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March 29, 2009

American Public Knows Little About Brain Injury

An op-ed published by the New York Times draws attention to the fact that people do not know a lot about traumatic brain injury. Until the recent death of actress Natasha Richardson, many people had not realized the devastating effects a brain injury can have upon a person. According to the article, sports facilities where people could have a higher risk for brain injuries do little to educate staff about how to respond to brain injuries. The article also points out the lack of government funding for brain injury research.To read the full article on traumatic brain injury, please follow the link.

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Posted In: Brain Injury Detection, Brain Injury Resources, Brain injuries from falls, Brain injuries in sports

March 27, 2009

Brain Injury Survivors to Attend 3rd Annual Carnival of Care

The 3RD annual Carnival of Care, hosted by Brain Injury Association of Michigan, is scheduled for this Saturday. This festival is located at St. John’s Armenian Church in Detroit and is free to all those who suffer from Traumatic Brain Injury and their caregivers. The association estimates that nearly 1.4 million Americans suffer Traumatic Brain Injuries annual, which is the leading cause of disability in this country. To read more about this festival, please click here

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March 26, 2009

High Chair Recall

The Consumer Product and Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a recall of nearly 24,000 Fischer Price high chairs on Tuesday as they’ve been identified as at risk for children falling and suffering brain injuries. The chair in question is the Fischer Price 3 in 1 chair which also can be turned into a booster. This chair which is at risk for causing brain injuries was sold at exclusively in Target stores over the past year and retailed at nearly $100. To find out more information about this recall, please click here.

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March 25, 2009

Received a Head Injury…Go to the ER?

Stemming from the recent attention talk and die brain injuries have received in light of actress Natasha Richardson’s tragic death, below are some recommendations to consider after someone suffers a head injury. Keep a watchful eye over the victim. Brain injury symptoms can manifest themselves quickly and any change in condition could warrant medical attention. Pay special attention to those injury after drinking. Alcohol consumption thins the blood, which in turn, has the effect of increasing the bleeding dramatically. It is recommended those drinking alcohol or on blood thinners seek medical attention immediately following what appears to be a brain injury. To read more about what do after suffering a head injury, please click here.

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March 24, 2009

Brain Injured Boxer Seeks to Fight Again

Edwin Valero, a Venezuelan lightweight/junior welterweight/welterweight fighter with a record of 24-0, is having trouble getting cleared to fight in the US due to an old brain injury. In 2004, during an pre-fight examination in New York, the fighter was unable to get a license due to this brain injury. To date, the only US jurisdiction which has licensed Valero is TX. To read more about this brain injured fighter, please click here.

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March 23, 2009

Richardson Tragedy Brings Light to Brain Injury Awareness Month

In an attempt to fester support and awareness for the increase in traumatic brain injuries nationally and abroad, March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month. With the death of famous actress Natasha Richardson coming earlier last week, much attention has been paid to traumatic brain injuries and the effects they can have people’s lives. If you or someone you know is suffering from a negligently inflicted traumatic brain injury, please contact Levin & Perconti, Illinois Attorneys at Law. To read more about Brain Injury Awareness Month, please click here.

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March 22, 2009

Air Force Opens Brain Injury Clinic

The US Air Force has opened a brain injury clinic on Elmendorf Air Force Base, Anchorage, Alaska. The Department of Defense is estimating that nearly 20% of those who have and will serve in Iraq and Afghanistan will suffer some form of traumatic brain injury. Brain injuries have been called the signature injury of these wars. To read more about this new clinic, please click here.

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March 21, 2009

Head Injuries in Children Hard to Spot

Among children under the age of 15, traumatic brain injuries cause roughly 2,500 deaths annually. Spotting the signs of a child suffering from a brain injury can be difficult. Symptoms can include, tiredness and listlessness, irritability and crankiness, changes in eating, changes in sleeping, changes in school performance, and loss of balance, to name a few. If you or someone you know may be suffering from a brain injury, contact Chicago Lawyers Levin & Perconti. To read more about brain injuries in children, please click here.

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March 20, 2009

Traumatic Brain Injury Unlocks Veteran’s Creative Side

Melissa Hooppaw, a veteran of the current Iraq war, suffered a mild traumatic brain injury in 2004. Two years and one deployment later, residual effects of the injury left the veteran unable to hold a job. Despite her Brain injury, armed with time on her hands and nothing more than a high school art background, Melissa began making crafts out of old furniture and selling them on the side. According to a 2008 study, one in five returning veterans has been exposed to a blast which may have an effect on the brain’s functioning. To read more about this brain injured veteran, please click here.

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March 19, 2009

Actress’s Tragic Death Brings Awareness to Brain Injuries

Actress Natasha Richardson died yesterday of a traumatic brain injury suffered while skiing in Canada earlier this week. Natasha’s injury is bringing to light a type of brain injury known as epidural hemorrhaging, or talk and die syndrome. Characteristics of this type of brain injury make it hard to diagnose as the victim usually seems symptomless for up to several days before the condition of the victim begins to decline rapidly. To read more about this type of brain injury, please click here.

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March 18, 2009

Update: Natasha Richardson Remains in Critical Condition

As more details of the tragic traumatic brain injury suffered by actress Natasha Richardson come to light, the true complexity of diagnosing and treating brain injury victims drawing national media attention. Symptoms of traumatic brain injury sometimes do not manifest until minutes or sometimes hours after the victim suffers a blow to the head. To read more about Natasha Richardson’s condition, please click here.

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March 17, 2009

Actress Suffers Traumatic Brain Injury

Actress Natasha Richardson was involved in a serious skiing accident yesterday. She suffered a traumatic brain injury as a result of the crash. The full extent of her condition is not known at this time, but she is listed in critical condition at a hospital close to the ski resort. Read the full article on the actress’s brain injury by following the link.

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March 16, 2009

Do Taser’s Cause Brain Injuries?

A Canadian study set to be released this week states that Taser Guns can cause injury to the brain, including seizures. The study notes that many police forces use taser guns as a means of nonlethal force. The study was prompted by the collapse and subsequent suffering of a mild traumatic brain injury by a police officer mistaken “shot” by a taser gun. Taser guns have also been study as to their effect on the cardiac system as well. To read more about this brain injury study, please click here.

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March 11, 2009

Alzheimer’s Drug Potentially Useful to Those Suffering from Brain Injuries

A study released from the Georgetown University Medical Center this month notes that a class of drugs used to treat Alzheimer’s disease may combat the long term effects of brain injuries. It is further noted in the study that those suffering from a traumatic brain injury have a 400% increased chance of contracting Alzheimer’s disease. To find an Illinois Lawyer actively litigating brain injury cases, please contact Levin & Perconti. To read more about this brain injury study, please click here.

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March 10, 2009

Congressmen Call for More Stringent Traumatic Brain Injury Testing for Soldiers

A group comprised of congressmen, doctors, and scientists are pushing Congress to develop a uniform test for traumatic brain injuries to be applied to all US soldiers injured during wartime. Traumatic Brain Injuries have been called the signature injury of the Iraq war as more and more soldiers are suffering from brain injuries caused by roadside bombs and improvised explosive devices. To read more about this developing story, please click here.

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Posted In: Iraq War

March 8, 2009

Meet the Brain Injury Association of America

The Brain Injury Association of American (or BIAA) is a nonprofit organization focused on bringing attention and awareness to those suffering from Traumatic Brain Injuries. BIAA estimates that over 5.3 million Americans live with disabilities caused from traumatic brain injuries. To find a Chicago area Attorney litigating negligent brain injuries, please contact Levin & Perconti. To read more about the BIAA, please click here.

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March 6, 2009

Civilian and Military Hospitals Join to Bring Awareness to Brain Injury Month

Traumatic brain injuries have been called “the invisible injury” since the physical manifestations of the injury are many times not apparent to independent observers. Most traumatic brain injuries (mild, moderate, or severe) occur when the body is jolted causing the brain to collide with the walls of the skull. Symptoms of said injuries include headaches, fatigue, and seizures. If you or someone you know is suffering from the result of a negligent traumatic brain injury, please contact Illinois Lawyers Levin & Perconti. To read more about the US Army’s efforts to bring attention to brain injuries, please click here.

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March 5, 2009

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month

National brain injury awareness month kicks off amidst the largest spike in traumatic brain injuries recorded in American History. Traumatic brain injuries can occur from concussions suffered during sporting events, car accidents which “rattle” the driver or passenger of the vehicle, or from blunt force trauma to the head or neck. To find a Chicago Lawyer practicing in the area of brain injury litigation, please contact Levin & Perconti. To read more about brain injury awareness month, please click here.

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March 4, 2009

Surprising Ways We Injure Our Brains

An article published on “Online Degree World” states that people can cause brain damage through not getting enough sleep, smoking, and even cutting out coffee. The article is aimed shedding light on the habits many of us can’t break. To learn more about brain injuries, treatments, and lawsuits stemming from brain injuries, contact Levin & Perconti online. To read this article, please click here.

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March 2, 2009

Boy Recovering From Freak Accident

A 7 year old boy suffered a traumatic brain injury when the icicle he was standing under (catching water drops in his mouth) fell and struck him in the head. The boy is learning to walk again after suffering two skull fractures and brain damage. The boy is out of school for the rest of the year, but IS expected to make a full recovery. To read more about this boy’s tragic accident, please click here.

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March 1, 2009

Campaign Launched to Inform on Shaken Baby Syndrome

New studies have shown that up to 31 out of every 100,000 babies under the age of 1 year old suffer from some type of brain damage caused by shaken baby syndrome. The National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome is distributing new materials aimed informing parents on the risks associated with shaking children and alternative measures to cope with inconsolable infant crying. For information on Chicago attorneys filing childrens brain injury lawsuits, please contact Levin & Perconti. To read more about this new campaign, please click here.

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