How Does Bipolar Disorder Affect Your Ability To Work?

Learning you have bipolar disorder is an understandably complex experience. The good news is that now that you have a diagnosis, you can get the medical treatment and support you need to live a full, meaningful life. That includes pursuing your career goals.  If bipolar symptoms affect your daily function, they can make it challenging […]

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Standing Against Gender-Based Violence: Findlay Personal Injury Lawyers’ Proud Sponsorship of “Walk a Mile in Their Shoes”

At Findlay Personal Injury Lawyers, our commitment to supporting our community extends far beyond the courtroom. We believe that true justice means taking a stand, especially when it comes to advocating for those affected by gender-based violence. That’s why we were proud to sponsor the YWCA Hamilton’s powerful annual event, “Walk a Mile in Their […]

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Defensive Difference Makers: A Community Partnership Driving Youth Success

The John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington & Area (JHSHBA) is a non-profit organization committed to promoting effective, just, and humane responses to crime and its underlying causes. Since 1949, JHSHBA has been a cornerstone of community support and development. For decades, our work has focused on creating positive change—especially among youth—by providing programs and […]

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C3, C4, & C5 Spinal Injuries

Any injury to the spinal cord is serious, but the most debilitating injuries involve the cervical, or neck, area. Whether the injury happened in a slip and fall accident or a car accident, an impact to the C3, C4, or C5 vertebra can change your life.  What Are the C3, C4, and C5? Your spine […]

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What Is CTE?

CTE refers to Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, a brain disorder caused by ongoing head impacts. CTE slowly kills nerve cells in the brain and gets worse as time passes. This process is called “degeneration.” Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy was first observed by Dr. Harrison Martland in 1928. He described a group of boxers as having “punch drunk […]

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White Matter Vs. Grey Matter In The Brain And Spinal Cord

Both white matter and grey matter are essential to brain function, but each has different purposes. Understanding the basic functions of these materials is helpful if you or someone you care about experiences an injury to the brain or spinal cord.  What Is Grey Matter?  Grey matter is made of densely packed nerve cells called […]

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What Is the Occipital Lobe & What Does It Do?

The human brain is a complicated and fascinating organ responsible for everything from thoughts and reasoning to feeling and movement. One part that often doesn’t get much attention is the occipital lobe. If you’ve suffered a brain injury that affects this area, you might be wondering what it does and why it matters. The Role […]

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5 Tips for Choosing the Right Personal Injury Lawyer

After an accident, hiring the right personal injury lawyer can have a big impact on the outcome of your case. Your lawyer can help you get the compensation you need while guiding you through the legal process.  Of course, choosing a lawyer can be overwhelming and unfamiliar. How do you know who to choose?  Here […]

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How Can I Get Long-Term Disability Benefits for Depression and Anxiety? 

Depression and anxiety can be debilitating conditions. They can impact a person’s ability to function in daily life, including being able to work. Simple tasks may become impossible to perform. If this happens to you, you may qualify for long-term disability benefits for depression and anxiety. How Can Depression and Anxiety Interfere With Work? A […]

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What Is the Average Personal Injury Settlement Amount? 

Accidents can happen in many ways. Maybe you slipped on a wet floor or got injured in a car crash. No matter how it happened, you might want to know how much money you can recover. In Ontario, there isn’t a single “average” settlement amount. Each case is different because every person’s injuries and circumstances […]

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