Brain Injuries Archive
On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Brain Injuries, Personal Injury on February 27, 2019
Children are encouraged to engage in sports-related activities. While some view team sports as a hobby and something fun to do with friends, others have high hopes of eventually making it to the pros. This ambition can cause them and their coaches to take risks, particularly when it…
Continue reading Sports-Related Head Injuries Derail Life for Portland Football Player
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Brain Injuries, Car Accidents, Crosswalk Injury, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall on January 22, 2019
Any time an accident involves a bump, blot, or jolt to the head, there is a risk of traumatic brain injury (TBI). One of the most common types of personal injuries, symptoms are often subtle and can take days, weeks, or even months…
Continue reading Portland Bakery Shines Light on Subject of Brain Injuries
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Brain Injuries on January 23, 2018
Children tend to play hard, without pausing to think about safety. This is why it is so important for teachers, instructors, and school coaches to take the necessary precautions in training young athletes and providing the appropriate gear for sports and recreational activities. Bumps and blows to the…
Continue reading Protecting Your Child Against Repeat Concussions
Tags: Brain Injuries, Child Injuries, concussions
On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Bicycle Accidents, Brain Injuries, Personal Injury on August 24, 2016
The need for cyclists to wear bicycle helmets is a hotly debated issue, and it’s not just a matter of personal preference. Helmet laws have been repeatedly proposed, both in Portland and around the country. While Portland, like many areas, does have helmet laws requiring children under the age of…
Continue reading Bicycle Helmets in Portland: Necessary or Not?
Tags: bicycle accidents, bike accidents, bike safety, Oregon, personal injury, portland
On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Brain Injuries on December 9, 2015
Many of us have had the experience of falling while out in public. Maybe it was a trip over a loose piece of carpeting in a bank lobby, a slip on a wet floor in the local grocers, or a fall going down some stairs in a department…
Continue reading Falls: Leading Cause of Brain Injury in Oregon
Tags: Brain Injuries, traumatic brain injury
On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Brain Injuries on October 14, 2015
The brain is one of our most complex and vital body organs, and it governs literally every aspect of how we think, feel, and experience the world around us. Even the slightest bump or blow to the head can result in an injury to the brain that is…
Continue reading Symptoms and Signs of Traumatic Brain Injury
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