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More Hope for Survivors of Spinal Cord Injury
Rehabilitation developments for spinal cord neck injuries
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Nicole Mazwi, MD
Associate Professor, Medical Director of UW Department of Stroke Rehabilitation. Dr. Mazwi pioneered the dedicated consult physiatrist role in the Massachusetts General Hospital Neurologic Critical Care Unit. She served as the Director of the Harvard Medical School Brain Injury Medicine Fellowship Program and the Co-Director of the Harvard Neurorecovery fellowship. Dr. Mazwi continues to work…
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Samuel Browd, MD
Samuel R. Browd, M.D., Ph.D., FACS, FAANS, FAAP is the Director of Seattle Children’s Hydrocephalus Program, Surgical Director of the Tone Management Program, Medical Director of Seattle Children’s Sports Concussion Program and the Director of the Sports Institute at UW Medicine. Dr. Browd’s work in concussion has focused on materials, science and engineering solutions. His innovations and…
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Your Rights After A Dog Attack
Warm weather and longer days mean more dog owners, sitters, and walkers enjoying life outdoors. Some dogs stay leashed while enjoying a walk or playtime, while others are allowed off-leash. Open areas such as school playfields, parks, and trails provide lots of opportunities for dogs and their humans to interact with one another, whether intentionally…
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New Rule Gives Transparency on Insurance Rate Hikes
Almost everyone in the state of Washington pays for insurance in one form or another. Whether it is auto insurance or home insurance, we have all experienced significant insurance rate hikes in 2024, yet we have not always been given clarity by insurers as to the reasons for these increases. That will now change starting…
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Washington Court Allows Reduced PIP Payments to Healthcare Providers
The Washington Supreme Court Decides Insurers Can Use Database to Reduce PIP Payments to Healthcare Providers A February 15, 2024 Washington State Supreme Court decision has sent shockwaves through legal and healthcare communities. The case, Schiff vs. Liberty Mutual, involves Liberty Mutual Insurance Company’s practice of using their company’s computer database to determine whether a…
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Rideshare Accidents
Do I have a claim after a rideshare accident? Rideshare services are a preferred way of transportation for many people in the Puget Sound region. The use of these services has led to an increase in rideshare-related accidents in the area. People hurt in these rideshare accidents can include drivers, passengers, and those in other…
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Catastrophic Injuries
What are Catastrophic Injuries? Catastrophic injuries can change the course of a person’s entire life. These serious injuries can include long-lasting and permanent damage to the spine, brain, and other areas of the body. They may include severe burns, organ damage, amputation, or other injuries that can cause a life-long disability. A person’s work life,…
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Updates from Concussion in Sport Group International Conference
Mild Exercise and Screen Rest Recommended The United States Centers for Disease Control estimates that as many as 10% of athletes will experience a concussion during any given sports season. Many of these go unreported and undiagnosed, leading to mismanagement and potential premature return to activity. For more than 20 years, the Concussion in Sport…
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From Injury to Action: Navigating Your Personal Injury Claim
From Injury to Action provides the background and information you will need to stay ahead of the insurance companies trying to take advantage of you to protect their profits at your expense. This easy-to-read guide will help you prevent insurers from denying what is your legal right. And whatever your injury, you will learn about the likely cause of your pain and treatment options; putting you in the best position to reach an optimal outcome for your health and financial recovery. If you have been injured in an accident, you can find yourself thinking the following, this is the book for you.- How can the insurance company do this to me?
- It’s taking so long and seems so unfair!
- What if the insurance company refuses to pay? My bills are piling up.
- With everyone telling me what to do — I feel like I don’t even know where to start.
- I still have pain and it’s not going away. Is this something more serious than I thought?
- Do I need an attorney? How do I find one?