Los Angeles Injury Lawyer Blog

Walnut is home to approximately 32,000 people and over 600 businesses. Because of the hills and its affluent residents, the city has been recognized as one of the best places to live by Money Magazine, and is one of the top places in California. There is an annual walnut festival in which several streets in the city are closed off for a parade, vendors and local groups. Although Walnut is considered to be a suburb of Los Angeles in the San Gabriel Valley, it is also home to a large Sysco headquarters.

Many people in California are injured while doing their jobs every year. These injuries occur most often in the construction industry, but may happen in every single field. But what happens after you are injured, and your family is suffering financially? You can call the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP for a free consultation of your case now and learn about your rights—you can reach us at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO). You can also go to www.alawpro.com for more information on premises liability lawsuits and slip and fall accidents.

Arcadia, CA is located in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County. Arcadia is home to more than 56,000 and received many more visitors each year due to its multiple attractions, including the Santa Anita Park Racetrack and the LA County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. With easy access from the 210 (Foothill) Freeway, residents and visitors alike take advantage of what Arcadia has to offer. Unfortunately at destinations with a large number of people coming and going, accidents are frequent. Whether you have been paralyzed from a slip on an uneven floor at the Botanic Garden or broken a rib from a fall in a stairwell at the Racetrack, your injuries are important, and you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. If you’ve been hurt in Arcadia, get a lawyer to do all the work and worrying for you when you call 1-800-ALAWPRO or visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

The Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP has collected more than $150 million for clients. We have the experience and desire to fight for you and all of those who have been wrongfully injured in Southern California. Call us toll-free at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your initial private consultation at no cost. Help is just a phone call away.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of workplace fatalities among Latinos has risen 76% since 1992, even though the total of all on the job fatalities has fallen. Nearly 1,000 Hispanic workers were killed at work in 2006. The most hazardous occupational areas for Hispanics include construction, warehousing, agriculture, farming and manufacturing. Deaths have occurred as a result of crushing by machinery, getting run over by motor vehicles, electrocutions, and fall from ladders and roofs. This past week a Latina female worker was crushed to death at a food processing plant in Industry, CA. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak to a California workplace accident and wrongful death lawyer for free now.

The Industry food plant fatality is being investigated. The female victim was discovered crushed inside the robotic food-packaging machine at the Golden State Foods Plant. Possible causes for the record number of Hispanic worker fatalities include language barrier, lack of training, worker exploitation and poor communication skills. But there is no excuse for an unsafe work environment for any employee. If you or a loved one has been hurt or injured at work, no matter your status, please get legal help now. Learn more about workers’ and victims’ rights at www.alawpro.com.

Have you or someone close to you been hurt or killed at work in the Los Angeles area? Then get in touch with the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP now. We have more than 50 years combined experience and have collected more than $150 million for our clients. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now for your free and private interview with a lawyer. Help is just a phone call away.

Redondo Beach, CA is home to more than 67,000 residents and receives many thousands more visitors yearly. Due to its idyllic location as a beach community on the Pacific Ocean, Redondo Beach attracts people from all walks of life who come to enjoy pedestrian paths, including the famous Strand, and the Redondo Beach King Harbor and Pier Complex. Walkers, bicycle riders, roller bladders, skateboarders and more use the public walkways and venues in Redondo Beach. But if you have been hurt on a public road or in a public place by slipping, tripping or falling, you should seek legal advice immediately. Injuries from a slip or trip can include broken legs, feet, ankles or hips. In other instances a fall can lead to a head or spinal cord trauma causing paralysis or chronic neck pain. Please seek help by calling 1-800-ALAWPRO where a Redondo Beach lawyer can help you determine who may be at fault.

The Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP have more than 50 years combined legal experience. Call us now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation with one of our expert attorneys. To learn more about us and how we have collected more than $150 million for our clients, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com. We are here for you now.

Hermosa Beach is one of Southern California’s most popular ocean-side destinations. Home to more than 20,000 residents, Hermosa Beach is located in Los Angeles County and is considered one of the three Beach Cities of So Cal sandwiched between Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach. Hermosa Beach is known for two long stretches of road: Pacific Coast Highway (PCH, Highway 1) for motor vehicles and “The Strand” for pedestrians and bikers. Getting hurt in Hermosa Beach may mean that you are entitled to compensation for your injuries. Check out our website at www.alawpro.com for more info. If you have been hurt in a fall or crash on the Strand or the PCH, call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to speak to a lawyer for free.

Hermosa Beach’s lovely weather and numerous beachfront walkways make it a popular pedestrian spot for locals and tourists alike. Walkways and ped roads such as the Strand need to be properly maintained in order to be safe for those using it. Joggers, walkers, bicyclists are at risk for tripping, falling or crashing if roadways are not serviced and safe. Road design defects can include uneven surfaces or pavement, broken or missing guardrails, potholes and other obstacles or obstructions. Falling or slipping can have serious consequences such as a broken leg, pelvis, or hip, head injuries and lacerations. Get legal advice immediately if you’ve been injured on a public walkway.

Been hurt in Hermosa Beach? Then call a Law Team who will help you now. The Law Team at Greenberg & Rudman LLP has over 50 years combined legal experience. Let us work for you in your time of need. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. We are here for you now.

Falls from locations such as public playgrounds or piers can cause serious injury and even death. Children are at risk in areas set aside for them or in other areas where there could be a danger of falling. Three separate falling incidents are making headlines in Southern California recently, two in Huntington Beach and one near Palm Springs. Children were victims in two of the accidents. Falls from a large height can cause brain and spinal injuries or broken bones. Falls onto an unforgiving surface such as jagged rocks or a tile floor can have similar consequences. If you or loved one has been hurt or injured in a fall in Southern CA, learn about your options by calling 1-800-ALAWPRO or visiting www.alawpro.com now.

A woman was found dead, floating at the harbor in Huntington Beach with a “clear wound on her forehead.” It appears that the woman fell, possibly on jagged rocks ornamentally placed outside a nearby bar. The accident is under investigation. In another Huntington Beach incident, a two-year old boy wandered away from his caretaker, slipped through bars and fell to the surf line at the local pier. Miraculously, the boy flipped as he fell 20 feet and landed on his back , suffering only minor bruising.

A settlement has been reached in a case where a Temecula boy fell at a fast-food restaurant playground. The child and his sister were playing at a Burger King restaurant indoor playground, when he fell from a structure onto a tile floor below. He suffered serious brain damage when he hit his head in the fall. The suit named the restaurant franchisee, its parent company as well as the playground installer and manufacturer. There were no warning signs, and no rubber underneath the structure, which included monkey bars and a fireman’s pole. The incident happened in 2005. The boy, who is now 12, and his sister, who suffered emotional distress, were awarded $20 million.

If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed in a fall in California, get legal advice immediately. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined legal experience. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. Help is just a phone call away.

Tasers, stun guns used by police to apprehend suspects, are under fire in Los Angeles after two separate incidents have left one person dead and another paralyzed. A man has died after he was arrested using taser guns, and another man has filed a lawsuit against the LAPD after he was paralyzed from a fall after being shocked with a taser. Taser guns deliver a shock of 50,000 volts. Used repeatedly, a jury has recently found, and they can be deadly. Evidence appears to be mounting that Taser gun usage can be fatal and extremely dangerous. If you or someone you love has been hurt or killed with a Taser in Lakewood, call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak to a lawyer for free.

A lawsuit is being filed by a man who was paralyzed while in LA County’s Lakewood jail. As an inmate the man was tasered by police as he sat on a top bunk. He fell as a result and was left paralyzed below the chest. In the other incident, a man was being apprehended by police with the use of pepper spray and taser gun shocks. He died shortly after being handcuffed.

Know someone who was hurt by a taser in LA? Then get help from a Law Team with over 50 years combined legal experience. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we have collected more than $150 million for our clients. Call us now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for a free and private consultation. Help is just a phone call away.

Buena Park, home to more than 81,000, is located in Orange County, CA. Buena Park, adjacent to Anaheim’s Disneyland, is best known for being home to Knott’s Berry Farm theme park. Drawing a large number of tourists, Buena Park has numerous other guest attractions. Sadly injuries at parks, rides, museums, hotels and other public locations can leave visitors hurt and confused about who is to blame. To learn more about California public premises injuries, visit our website at www.alawpro.com, or to speak with a lawyer at no cost, call 1-800-ALAWPRO now.

In addition to Knott’s Berry Farm, Buena Park also has a water park, Medieval Times, a wax museum and a Ripley’s Believe It or Not! museum. Accidents at parks and other attractions can include slips and falls or serious injuries from dangerous rides or other activities. Broken bones, lacerations, burns, and even spinal injuries and death can occur from mishaps or safety violations at theme parks and amusement parks. If you’ve been hurt you need legal advice now.

If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed at an Orange County park, then you need help from a Law Team who understands your needs. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined legal experience. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation.

Palm Springs, the popular winter destination for Californians and others, has a population of 46,000 and growing full-time residents. Located in Riverside County's Coachella Valley, Palm Springs is between Los Angeles and San Diego. Tourism is a mainstay of the Palm Springs economy, and visitors flock to the city in the winter. As a guest at one of Palm Springs hotels, spas, resorts, golf clubs or casinos, guests are welcome, but dangers for Palm Springs guest are many. Getting hurt at a Palm Springs tourist spot can leave you confused as to where to turn or who to blame. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak to a Palm Springs accident and injury lawyer for free.

Palm Springs has a bounty of tourist destinations for its visitors. But hotels, casinos and golf courses are also hot spots for accidents. Whether you tripped over a broken stair, fell on an escalator, were struck by a golf cart, or were injured in a parking lot, you have rights as a victim. In many cases the owners of the premises where you were hurt may be responsible for your injuries. Broken bones, lacerations, sprained ankles and neck or back injuries can be painful and require longterm care. Don't be afraid to fight for your rights. To learn more, visit our website at www.alawpro.com.

Been hurt while visiting Palm Springs? Then get in touch with a Law Team who can help. At the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have over 50 years combined legal experience in winning cases like yours. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. We are here for you now.

Falling from a ladder on the job at a construction, industrial or farming worksite can be a deadly accident. Ladder falls are one of the most common construction workplace injuries. Violations of ladder safety regulations are currently the 8th most frequent cited offense in the work place according to OSHA (Occupational and Safety & Health Administration). Over 2,900 ladder-related citations were issued in 2008. A fall from a ladder can have devastating consequences such as paralysis (paraplegia or quadriplegia), brain injuries, broken bones, and death. To learn more about California work accidents and how we can help, please go to our website at www.alawpro.com, or call us for a free consultation at 1-800-ALAWPRO.

A man fell 17 feet from a ladder in an Illinois steel mill. He was paralyzed from the fall which happened as a result of concrete on the ladder. In a jury trial, the paraplegic victim received $48 million for his injury. The suit named the company responsible for the concrete spill as responsible for the accident, not the victim's employer. If you have been hurt on the job, you may not know who is to blame or where to turn. You need the help of a Law Team who understands.

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a ladder fall or on the job in California, the call us for the help you deserve. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined legal experience with which to serve you. Call us now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) and let us do the work and worrying for you.

California has been witness to multiple fatal train accidents involving passengers this year. Public rail-related injuries are not limited to passengers however. In a recent incident, a man fell to his death from the platform at the Hollywood & Vine Metro Rail station. No train was involved. Accidents at train stations, bus stations and other public boarding and gathering areas can be serious and in this case deadly. Slips, trips or falls can be fatal or result in broken bones. Whether the victim has fallen on to train tracks, slipped while getting on to a bus or tripped over maintenance at a local station, it may not be clear who is to blame. To learn more about liability, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com. If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed in an LA area accident, call 1-800-ALAWPRO to talk to an attorney at no cost.

The man who died at the Hollywood rail station was on the platform serving Metro Rail's Red Line. Allegedly the victim had a medical-related emergency prior to falling on the train tracks below. He died at the scene from the trauma of the fall. MetroRail is run by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The Red line runs from North Hollywood to Wilshire Boulevard and across Wilshire to Union Station.

Have you or a loved one been hurt or killed at in a train or station related accident in Los Angeles? Then call a Law Firm with over 50 years combined legal experience. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we are here to fight for your rights and seek justice for the injured. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) to receive your free and confidential consultation. Help is just a phone call away.

Indio, CA is in Riverside County in Southern California. With a population of over 50,000, Indio lies in the Coachella Valley. With two major fair grounds, the Date Festival/Desert Fairgrounds and Empire Polo grounds, Indio is home to many annual events including the Riverside County Fair, the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and the Indio International Tamale Festival. Unfortunately dangers loom for visitors and attendees at large, public events. To learn more, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com. If you or a loved one has been hurt at an Indio fair or festival, get help by calling 1-800-ALAWPRO and speaking with an attorney for free.

Known as "the City of Festivals," for thousands each year, Indio is a destination location for fun. Sadly fun can sometimes turn into tragedy when accidents befall park and fairgrounds guests. Slips, trips and falls on public grounds can lead to broken bones and bleeding lacerations. Defective or dangerous rides and attractions can lead to more serious injuries like spinal or head injuries. Poorly constructed event structures can cause serious injury and even death. If you have been hurt, you may not know where to turn. That is why you should seek help from an experienced Law Team immediately.

If you or a loved one has been injured at an Indio festival, call a Law Team with success in fighting cases like yours. At the Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP, we have more than 50 years combined legal experience. Let us seek justice for you know. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. Help is just a phone call away.

A new report from the World Heath Organization (WHO) has discovered striking new information about the role of accidents in children's death. In places like the US, 40% of all child deaths are due to accidents. More than 12,000 kids die accidentally in the US annually, more than from disease. Responsible for the fatalities are: traffic accidents (involving cars, buses, bicycles and other vehicles), drowning, poisoning, falls, dog bites and burns from fire. Defective or unsafe products like toys, pools, bottles, food and containers can attribute to deadly accidents as well. To learn more, please visit our website at www.alawpro.com. If your child has been hurt or killed in a California accident, call 1-800-ALAWPRO now to speak to a lawyer for free.

In the US, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for children aged 15-19, while fatalities from drowning, fire, falls and poison are among the top 15 causes. In most cases, children die when they are vehicle passengers, but tragedy can also strike child driver, pedestrians, and bicyclists. Per the report's overseer, countries like the US do not do enough to prevent childhood accidents. Recommendations include (1) caveats on teen driver's licenses, (2) special car seats for children under 8, and (3) enforcement of seatbelt laws for teens. Here is a list of potential hazards for accidental death of children of all ages:

Car Crashes
Bus and Truck Accidents
Pedestrian and Bicycle Collisions
Drowning in tub, pool or hot tub
Poisoning from food, formula or toys
Suffocation from toys or bedding
Dog bites (especially to head and neck)
Burns from hot water and house, kitchen or mechanical fires
Falls from windows, beds, trampolines, child seats or walkers

If your child has been hurt or killed, it is beyond devastating. For legal help and advice in California, call a Law Firm with more than 50 years combined experience. The Law Firm of Greenberg & Rudman LLP has successfully fought for the rights of the wrongfully injured and killed. Let us do the work and worrying for you in your time of need. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. Help is here for you now.

Escalators are one of most highly used pieces of equipment in heavily trafficked public places such as malls and airports. In 2007, almost 11,000 escalator users were injured per a US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimate. While some say that escalators are safe, others say they pose a risk. Escalator accidents can include slips, trips, falls, or entrapment, where a body part gets sucked in to part of the escalator. These accidents can lead to serious injuries including severe laceration, head injuries, broken bones, bleeding and amputation. To learn more, visit our website at www.alawpro.com. Have you or a loved one been injured on a California escalator? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak to a lawyer at no cost.

The 11,000 reported escalator injuries were all treated at hospitals. Twenty three of the incidents involved head injuries. Crocs, a rubbery shoe, have been blamed for multiple injuries to children while riding on escalators. Crocs will begin to carry a warning on their shoes. But other shoes, including regular tennis shoes, have also entrapped feet into the escalator's mechanism. The gap between the steps and the side of the escalators can create friction causing shoes, feet and hands to be sucked into the open space. Safety regulation of escalators varies, but in some cases the escalator owners, not professional regulators, are responsible for maintenance. This can lead to a higher risk for riders. Mangled feet and hands have been reported as escalator injuries, as well as gashes to the head and knees.

If you have been hurt on an escalator in Southern California, you may be entitled to compensation for your loss. Contact the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP for help now. We have more than 50 years combine legal experience in fighting for the rights of the injured. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for your free and confidential consultation. Help is just a phone call away.

Most fatal occupational injuries occur in metropolitan areas because that is the location where most workers are physically working. Many of the factories and sites are located within these areas. California is no exception. Here are some of the metropolitan areas in California and their fatal injuries statistics:

• Bakersfield, CA: 16 work fatalities
• Chino, CA: 4 work fatalities
• El Centro, CA: work 10 fatalities
• Fresno, CA: 9 work fatalities
• Los Angeles – Long Beach – Santa Ana, CA: work 106 fatalities
• Merced, CA: work 6 fatalities
• Modesto, CA: work 13 fatalities
• Oxnard – Thousand Oaks – Ventura, CA: work 10 fatalities
• Redding, CA: work 4 fatalities
• Riverside – San Bernardino – Ontario, CA: work 50 fatalities
• San Diego – Carlsbad – San Marcos, CA: work 32 fatalities
• San Francisco – Oakland – Fremont, CA: work 52 fatalities

If you or a loved one has been fatally injured while working in California please call us now at the law office of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-252-9776. We have more than 50 years of legal experience and have collected more than $150 million for clients. We specialize in all sorts of injuries and accidents. Please visit our website at www.alawpro.com for more information. Help is just a phone call away.

Have you or a loved one been injured in Whittier, California? Located 12 miles southeast of Los Angeles, Whittier is one of southern California’s fastest growing cities. In such a fast growing city, accidents are bound to happen. Whether it is a burn injury, car crash, or even a slip and fall accident, Greenberg & Rudman LLP will fight for your rights. Your call is very important to us and we have experienced lawyers that will immediately be an aid to you. Call us now toll free at Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) to get a free consultation from one of our experienced lawyers. Help is just one phone call away from you getting the monetary compensation you deserve.

Have you been in an accident in Carson, California? Located only 13 miles from Los Angeles, Carson is one of southern California’s biggest cities with a population of more than 90,000. Carson is home to many industrial buildings such as factories and refineries, and about half of Carson’s land area is made up of these industry buildings. Due to its focus on industry, there may be many personal injuries arising from these industrial buildings. Such injuries may include construction injuries, burn injuries, and even slip and fall injuries. In some cases, accidents simply cannot be avoided.

If you or someone you know has been injured in Carson, California please call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) immediately at Greenberg & Rudman LLP. You will receive a free initial consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney who understands your needs. Every call is important to us and you will get the help you need.

A construction employee died when he fell 25 stories at a condominium building site in downtown San Diego. The 21-year old ironworker, Valentin Michel Madrigal, was installing rebar supports when the fatal accident occurred. Cal-OSHA is now investigating the incident. Falls are one of the leading causes of death for construction workers, and Hispanics have a higher fatality rate than workers in other demographics. Have you or a loved one been injured in a construction accident in Southern California? Then call 1-800-ALAWPRO now for your free interview with an injury attorney.

The victim was shoring rebar for installation support on the 35th floor of the construction site the morning he died. Reports state that the ironworker was connected to his safety harness, but when he attempted to change position, he missed the hook required for moving, losing his balance in the exchange. He then plummeted 25 stories, landing on a balcony of the 10th floor. He was pronounced dead at the scene. It is unknown at this time if any requirements for health and safety were violated by the construction company, and the state’s OSHA (Occupation Safety and Health Administration) investigation will take up to 3 months.

Construction site projects are increasingly dangerous for workers and bystanders. Falls accounted for more than 600 deaths per year, with Hispanic deaths greatly outweighing their counterpart’s fatalities. In many cases, deaths could have been prevented by following proper safety codes, including appropriate training and equipment requirements.

If you or someone close to you has been injured or killed in a construction-related accident in California, you need the help of an experienced Law Team. Call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) now. We offer more than 50 years combined experience in representing the rights of the injured. When you call, you’ll receive your free initial consultation with a lawyer who understands your needs. Please call now.

In our Concussion blog Part I “Concussion from an Accident” we talked about the causes of a concussion as well as signs and symptoms of concussions. In today’s blog (Part II) we talk more about concussions received from a slip and fall accident and car accidents.

Concussion Grading Systems
There are many different systems to measure the severity of a mild head injury. Some of the systems use loss of consciousness and amnesia as main factors in determining the severity of the concussion. Among these many systems, three are the most popular for classifying concussions: Cantu, Colorado Medical Society and American Academy of Neurology Guidelines for Concussions.

Cantu Guidelines for Concusssions
There are three grades in the Cantu guidelines. For a grade one concussion, there is no loss of consciousness and amnesia lasts less than 30 minutes. For a grade two concussion, there is a loss of consciousness for less than 5 minutes and amnesia for a period of less than 24 hours. For a grade three concussion, there is a loss of consciousness for more than 5 minutes and amnesia for more than 24 hours.

Colorado Medical Society Guidelines for Concussions
Similar to the Cantu guidelines, there are three grades. For a grade one concussion, there is some confusion but there is no loss of consciousness. For a grade two concussion, there exists confusion and amnesia but there is no loss of consciousness. For a grade three concussion, any loss of consciousness would qualify.

American Academy of Neurology Guidelines for Concussions
For a grade one concussion, there is some confusion and the symptoms last for less than 15 minutes but there is no loss of consciousness. For a grade two concussion, the symptoms last for more than 15 minutes but there is no loss of consciousness. In order to qualify for a grade three concussion, there has to be a loss of consciousness.

Treatment for Concussions
Usually there are no specific treatments for concussions and most of them go away by themselves. However, one percent of the people who do suffer from concussions may need surgery. Typically, medications are available to treat symptoms such as sleep problems and depression.

If you or a loved one is suffering from a concussion due to an accident that happened in California please call our law office now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) at Greenberg & Rudman LLP. You will speak with an experienced accident lawyer who will ensure that you can rest peacefully while we are fighting for your rights.

Concussion Overview
Concussions are the most common but least serious type of traumatic brain injury. They can be described as a head injury with a transient loss of brain function, and having a concussion could affect a person’s physical, emotional, and cognitive characteristics. Previously the definition of a concussion included a loss of consciousness; however, this has been changing throughout the recent years. The term concussion can also be applied to a change in consciousness such as amnesia. While there are many grading scales used to measure the severity of a concussion, the three most prominent are the Cantu guidelines, Colorado Medical society guidelines, and American Academy of Neurology guidelines. Each of these has a different grading scale. This is part of a two part blog on concussions. Today's blog deals with Causes of Concussion. Read Part 2 of our blog on Concussions to learn about the grading of concussions and treatment for concussions.

Causes of Concussion
While there are many ways to cause a concussion, the most common ways for an adult to have one is by falls and car accidents. Other causes can include assaults, industrial and work related injuries, and injuries that occur at home. The most prominent causes for children from the age group of 5-14 are sports and bicycle accidents. In general, transportation-related accidents are the leading causes of concussions in the United States.

Signs and Symptoms
Typically headaches are the most common symptoms for concussions. However, other symptoms may include dizziness, vomiting, nausea, and problems with movement and sensation. There also may be some visual impairment such as blurred vision or even seeing bright lights. There have also been quite a few cases where a person suffering from a concussion hears ringing from their ears. Other than physical symptoms, there are cognitive symptoms as well. Such symptoms can include confusion, disorientation, and restlessness.

If you or a love one seem to have a concussion that was caused from an accident please give us a call now at the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO. You deserve to be represented by a skillful lawyer who will fight for your rights and be able to reach a favorable settlement equivalent to your injuries.