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Common symptoms of a concussion

July 23rd, 2015

On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in Birth Injuries on Thursday, July 23, 2015. In Louisiana, one of the most common types of brain trauma is a concussion. While these injuries may happen in any setting in which you may receive a blow to the head, they are most common in contact sport athletes and car accident victims. If left untreated, a serious concussion could be fatal. As such, it is important to understand what exactly a concussion is and what you should do if you suffer one. The brain has the consistency of Jell-O, making it highly susceptible to damage. Normally, cerebrospinal fluid protects it from everyday jolts or bumps.......

2 Common Causes of Spinal Injury Lawsuits

July 17th, 2015

On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in Injuries on Friday, July 17, 2015. Injuries to the head, neck and spine can cause lifelong disabilities. According to Mayo Clinic, spinal cord injuries occur when the disks, vertebra or ligaments in the spinal column sustain damage. They usually happen after a sudden physical blow to the back or spine, which crushes or fractures the vertebrae. These injuries often result from car crashes, sporting accidents or acts of violence. They also may happen due to a physician’s negligence during a medical procedure that involves the back, neck or spine. If you have suffered a spinal injury due to someone else’s negligence, contact The Bowling......

Death of Saint’s QB Stabler draws attention to brain injuries

July 16th, 2015

On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in Brain Injuries on Thursday, July 16, 2015. As have several professional athletes before him, former New Orleans Saints’ quarterback Kenny Stabler’s arranged to donate his brain and spinal cord after his death to the study of degenerative brain disease in athletes. His family also asked that donations in the Snake’s name be made to the XOXO Stabler Foundation which supports research of sports-related head trauma. Brain injuries from sports do not affect only those athletes who are highly paid for their talents. In 2011, the Louisiana Legislature passed a law designed to educate, prevent and protect younger athletes who play in the states’ amateur......