

Trauma Caused by Car Accidents
When you’re involved in a potentially life-threatening situation, it can take some time to process what happened. Replaying the event in your mind, or feeling as if you are reliving the situation, is not uncommon. Traumatic stress is something that’s often associated with veterans or victims of sexual assault, abuse, or other crimes. However, it is important to be aware that it can also happen due to car accidents. The unexpected nature of these events and the serious persona


Protecting Yourself Against Slip and Fall Injuries
Slips and falls are often seen as nothing more than embarrassing incidents, some evidence of clumsiness, or being distracted on your part. The fact is, falls often occur due to the negligent actions of property owners and can leave you suffering serious personal injuries as a result. In September, safety advocates seek to raise awareness about the dangers of falls, how they typically happen, and what you can do to prevent them. Learn more about protecting yourself against sl


National Concussion Awareness Day Calls Attention to a Common Personal Injury
Bumps, blows, and jolts to the head are one of the most common causes of personal injuries. They can happen in a variety of different accidents, and even minor injuries can leave you suffering major harm. Concussions are one of the most frequent outcomes of head injuries, and while symptoms may be subtle, they can have dramatic impacts on every area of your life. In September, National Concussion Awareness Day calls attention to this common personal injury and the effects co


Driving In Rain and Hurricane Conditions
The end of summer means the start of hurricane season. In Aiken, these storms may not affect us the same way as they do coastal cities, but there is still a strong potential for heavy rain and flooding. To protect yourself and to reduce the risks for car accidents and injuries, we have collected some tips for driving in rain and hurricane conditions. Rainy, Wet Conditions Increase Car Accident Risks While many people move to Aiken and the surrounding areas to avoid harsh nort