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 a Black Box, and Does My Car Have One?

Determining exactly what happened after an accident is important to pursuing compensation. One increasingly common tool in that process is the vehicle “black box,” more formally known as an Event Data Recorder (EDR). These devices can provide valuable insights into the moments before, during, and after a crash. But what exactly is a black box, […]

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Is PTSD Considered a Disability for Workers’ Compensation?

PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is often associated with veterans who have been in combat. However, combat is not the only cause of PTSD. A person may develop PTSD for other reasons, including work-related trauma. In some situations, work-related PTSD could be considered a disability for workers’ compensation in Hamilton, Ontario. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Anyone […]

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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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What Does Yielding the Right of Way Mean?

It’s said so often that you’d imagine it’s something everyone understands. But what does “yielding the right of way” actually mean? Simply put, it refers to letting other drivers or road users go first when the law says they should. Here’s what you should know.   What Does Yield Mean in Driving? In driving, yield means […]

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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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