Wondering how much the average settlement for a spinal cord injury is? This article will discuss spinal cord injuries and what type of damages victims may be entitled to after an accident. Their once vibrant and happy life comes scrambling down, and the hope of ever getting back on their feet vanishes. Typically, the body […]
Nursing home abuse is a concerning situation that may impact many people in Louisiana. Unfortunately, it's not exactly the easiest thing to spot. In many cases, it takes a trained eye to spot the signs of elder abuse. The US Department of Justice defines elder abuse as an intentional act or failure to act in […]
Burn injuries are some of the most excruciating and painful injuries that a person can experience. The American Burn Association reports that nearly 500,000 burn injuries receive medical treatment in hospitals around the country. This is a substantial number, suggesting that burn injuries are unfortunately relatively common in the United States. In some cases, the […]
Wright & Gray is a trusted New Orleans personal injury firm with over 20 years of experience handling personal injury cases. This experience has taught us how to provide each case with the care and attention it deserves. After a spinal cord injury resulting from another person’s negligence or recklessness, we understand that victims are […]
You have probably seen advertisements for lawyers in New Orleans who handle personal injuries. These advertisements appear on your phone, television, and even on billboards. Many people, however, are confused about what a “personal injury law” is. Our legal system divides lawsuits into different categories. For example, contract law relates to disagreements between people who […]
Do you remember those big, thick foam collars that used to be used for neck injuries? They are called “cervical collars,” and they are rarely used to treat neck injuries any more. Whiplash is the name given to neck injuries that result from a “forceful, rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck, like the cracking of […]
Many people have heard about asbestos and how dangerous it can be. But not many people know that asbestos is actually a natural substance. Before its dangers were known, asbestos was commonly used in homes, buildings, and even throughout the United States military. Beginning in the 1970s, various federal agencies banned the use of asbestos […]
In the unfortunate event of a car accident, people often speak of “soft tissue” injuries. So, what is “soft tissue?” People speaking about soft tissue injuries in relation to accidents are usually referring to injuries such as the following: Sprains; Strains; and Bruises. Sprains and strains are often confused. Although their symptoms are similar, involving […]
The brain is arguably the most critical part of the human body. Medical science has probably not even scratched the surface of understanding how it works. Therefore, injury to the brain in a motor vehicle accident is often a horrific life event. According to the Brain Injury Association of America, around 2.2 million emergency room […]
Personal injury lawsuits most often involve clearly recognized injuries that are either visually obvious or medically well-documented. When this is not the case, a plaintiff has an uphill battle to prove an injury that cannot be seen or shown in medical records. This is exactly the problem with claiming damages for chronic pain for which […]
