Resources: Learn More About Personal Injury Statistics, Medical Support, and Justice for Victims
Medical Resources, Support Associations, and Statistics for Injury Victims
Recovering from a personal injury requires knowledge, support, and care that may not be available in your immediate circles. Seeking outside information, facts and connections can help you heal more effectively.
- Trauma Survivors Network
- http://www.traumasurvivorsnetwork.org/ – Share your experiences, and gain support from a network of other survivors while assessing your recovery efforts during your injury’s healing time
- HelpGuide.org: Coping with Emotional and Psychological Trauma
- https://www.helpguide.org/articles/ptsd-trauma/coping-with-emotional-and-psychological-trauma.htm – Discover the symptoms of trauma, and learn how to effectively manage the grief and pain sustained from an accident
- Psychology Today: How to Keep a Physical Injury from Becoming an Emotional Issue
- https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-couch/201006/how-keep-physical-injury-becoming-emotional-problem – Understand the key role physical injuries can play in creating psychological problems, and explore tips on negating the issue
- US National Library of Medicine: Emotional Well-being for Physical Injury Patients
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27049864 – Advice on establishing a positive emotional state when dealing with physical injuries
Spinal Cord Injury Resources, Statistics, and Support
Suffering from a spinal cord injury can be life-changing for the victim and their families. Explore exceptional resources and support options that provide informal care and opportunities for healing.
- United Spinal Association: Spinal Cord Resource Center
- http://www.spinalcord.org/ – Resources, care, and guidance for spinal cord injury patients and their families to engage in a community and peer support process that promotes healing
- American Spinal Injury Association
- http://asia-spinalinjury.org/ – Educational resources for patients, families, and the public regarding the prevention, care, and availability of services for spinal cord injuries
- Foundation for Spinal Cord Injury Prevention, Care and Cure
- Review disability rights and laws, including the medical and legal associations devised to provide protections for spinal cord injury patients
- World Health Organization Spinal Cord Injury Factsheet
- http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs384/en/ – Understand the facts and figures surrounding annual spinal cord injuries, and how they affect the injured person’s quality of life
- National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center Facts and Figures
- https://www.nscisc.uab.edu/Public/Facts%202016.pdf – Take a closer look at the prevalence of spinal cord injuries, and the lifetime costs associated with their care
- US National Library of Medicine Global Prevalence of Spinal Injuries
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4179833/ – Medical research that examines a spinal injury patient’s physical, psychological, and social well-being after an accident
- US National Library of Medicine Spinal Cord Injury Facts and Figures
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3425873/ – Review facts and figures from the National Spinal Cord Injury Database
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Resources, Statistics and Support
Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI, requires extended critical care from professionals who specialize in the delicate field of brain health. Learn more about the symptoms, solutions and care associated with these injuries in just a few clicks.
- Centers for Disease Control, Traumatic Brain Injury Overview
- https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/– Understand the definition of TBI, and the causes and risk factors associated with treatment and medical care
- Centers for Disease Control Traumatic Brain Injury Facts and Figures
- https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/pubs/index.html – Access the statistics related to TBI and its prevalence in the United States
- American Speech-Language-Hearing-Association: Traumatic Brain Injury in Adults
- https://www.asha.org/public/speech/disorders/traumatic-brain-injury/Â – Discover the signs and symptoms of TBI, and the assessment and treatment options available for patients who have suffered from an injury
- US National Library of Medicine, Medline
- https://medlineplus.gov/traumaticbraininjury.html – Search the different resources that are available for the care of children and adults who have suffered a traumatic brain injury
- US National Library of Medicine, National Institute for Health:
Medical Care Costs Associated with Traumatic Brain Injury
o https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3408240/ – The expenses related to caring for an individual with a TBI can be lifechanging, and are outlined here over a lifetime
Dog Bite Resources, Prevention, and Care
Over 4.5 million dog bites occur in the US every year. Learn how to prevent the risk of becoming a victim, and understand how to seek proper care if the injury cannot be prevented.
- Centers for Disease Control: Dog Bite Prevention
- https://www.cdc.gov/features/dog-bite-prevention/index.html – Understand the risks associated with dog bites, including where they happen and who is most vulnerable to an attack
- Dogsbite.org: Dog Bite Statistics
- https://www.dogsbite.org/dog-bite-statistics.php – A quick reference guide to statistics and studies associated with dog bites in the United States
- American Veterinary Medical Association: Dog Bite Risk and Prevention, and the Role of Breeds
- https://www.avma.org/KB/Resources/LiteratureReviews/Pages/The-Role-of-Breed-in-Dog-Bite-Risk-and-Prevention.aspx – Research the role certain dog breeds play in aggressive behavior and learn how to protect yourself and your family from a dangerous encounter
Pedestrian Accident Resources, Injury Prevention and Safety
With over 5,300 pedestrians killed in traffic accidents each year, learn more about pedestrian safety while walking, jogging, running or hiking, to prevent accident injuries before they happen.
- National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration: Pedestrian Traffic Safety Facts
- https://crashstats.nhtsa.dot.gov/Api/Public/ViewPublication/812124 – Review a pedestrian safety overview explaining how environmental characteristics and timing play a role in injuries sustained by those on foot
- Centers for Disease Control: Pedestrian Safety Overview
- https://www.cdc.gov/motorvehiclesafety/pedestrian_safety/index.html – Explore facts, risk factors, prevention and resources for pedestrian safety
- National Safety Council: Steps to Avoid Injury While Walking
- http://www.nsc.org/learn/safety-knowledge/Pages/news-and-resources-pedestrian-safety.aspx – Tips and measures to keep you and your family safe while walking in and around traffic
Motorcycle Accident Resources, Crash Prevention and Safety
Nearly 4,600 motorcyclists are killed on American roadways each year. Discover safety facts, and the resources available to help maintain riding safety on roads everywhere.
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations: Motorcycle Crash and Safety Statistics
- https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/motorcycles – Get the facts on injury and fatality statistics while discovering road safety precautions to lessen both figures
- Centers for Disease Control: Motorcycle Safety Guide
- https://www.cdc.gov/motorvehiclesafety/mc/index.html – Download an easy to use motorcycle safety guide, and discover how to prevent injuries while riding
Truck Accident Resources, Crash Prevention and Safety
Discover the frequency of truck crashes in the United States, and understand how the driver and trucking companies play a significant role in determining your safety as you travel alongside in your smaller vehicle.
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: Large Truck Crash Facts
- https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics/large-truck-and-bus-crash-facts – Obtain facts and figures associated with large truck crashes, including injuries, fatalities, and property damage figures outlined by year
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: Large Truck Crash Causation Study
- https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/research-and-analysis/large-truck-crash-causation-study-analysis-brief – Review research, analysis and causation studies that reveal how and why large trucks continue to engage in accidents
Hiring an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney
Retaining an experienced attorney with a proven track record is imperative to the success of your personal injury claim. Mr. Bregoff represents his clients fully by first arming them with the legal information necessary to produce results.
- Shocking South Florida Personal Injury Statistics
- /personal-injury/five-shocking-south-florida-personal-injury-statistics – Understand the real figures associated with personal injury and its prevalence in South Florida
- Understanding Premises Liability and Personal Injury Cases
- /criminal-defense/citys-negligence-results-in-knee-injury – Discover how getting hurt on someone else’s property creates a valid claim that is undeniable in any courtroom, leading to a win for our clients
- Wrongful Death and Florida’s Laws
- /wrongful-death/wrongful-death-claim-filed-against-florida-fair – Uncover who is accountable when wrongful death suits are filed, and the common legal questions and answers associated with Florida claims
- Dog Bite Victims Deserve Justice
- /criminal-defense/unruly-pit-bull-bites-7-year-old – Learn how to treat a dog bite, and explore why children are so vulnerable to becoming victims of these attacks
Local and National Government Resources and Accident Statistics
Get the information you need regarding accident statistics, causes, and prevention methods in the State of Florida, and throughout the United States.
- Florida Crash and Citation Report Statistics
- https://www.flhsmv.gov/resources/crash-citation-reports/ – Review annual uniform traffic citation statistics year-by-year in the State of Florida
- The Florida Department of Motor Vehicles Traffic Accidents
- http://www.dmvflorida.org/2004-crash-data.shtml – Discover where, why, and how the over 200,000 Florida car accidents happen each year
- Florida Department of Transportation
- http://www.fdot.gov/safety/11A-SafetyEngineering/crash%20data/crash%20data.shtm – View general crash data and safety references in the State of Florida
- State of Florida Highway Safety Performance Plan
- https://www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.dot.gov/files/flfy10hsp.pdf – Review the data-driven performance plan that outlines safety measures devoted to lessening injuries and fatalities, as well as the costs associated with crashes throughout the state
- Insurance Institute for Highway Safety: Florida Fatality Facts
- http://www.iihs.org/iihs/topics/t/general-statistics/fatalityfacts/state-by-state-overview – Uncover Florida fatality facts and the analysis used state-by-state to reveal the effects of these deaths
- Florida Dog Bite Legislation and Statutes
- http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0767/Sections/0767.04.html – Understand the legal statute explaining the dog owner’s liability for damages sustained by the person who was bitten
- Florida Premises Liability Statutes
- https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2011/768.075 – Review premises liability laws, and the liability associated with victims who are injured while trespassing
- Florida Negligence Liability Statutes
- http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0768/0768.html – A complete outline of Florida’s negligence laws regarding liability and responsible parties
- Florida Wrongful Death Statutes
- http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0768/Sections/0768.21.html – A legal summary of who may pursue a wrongful death claim, the damages and recovery associated with a claim, and how long claimant has to pursue the case in court
- Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles: Passenger Vehicle, Motorcycle, and Truck Driver Handbooks & Manuals
- https://www.flhsmv.gov/resources/handbooks-manuals/ – Review identification standards associated with getting a license in the State of Florida, and download handbooks and manuals for securing a vehicle, motorcycle or truck driving license
- Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles: Insurance Q&A After a Crash
- http://www.flhsmv.gov/ddl/frfaqcrash.html – Quick and simple steps to take after being involved in a motor vehicle accident, including the documentation you need to pursue the other driver for damages
- Florida Department of Motor Vehicles: What to Do After an Accident
- http://www.dmvflorida.org/car-accident.shtml – Tips and resources for drivers who have been involved in an accident, and the steps necessary to protect their rights
- Centers for Disease Control: Distracted Driving Facts and Figures
- https://www.cdc.gov/motorvehiclesafety/distracted_driving/index.html – Review the types of distractions that are the leading cause of auto accidents in the US, and discover risk factors and prevention methods that can lessen the injuries and deaths caused by the problem
- National Transportation Safety Board
- The association charged with understanding the causes and data collection of accidents in the United States to promote road safety for everyone
- United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration: Guidelines for Employers to Reduce Motor Vehicle Crashes
- https://www.osha.gov/Publications/motor_vehicle_guide.html – Direct research and prevention methods for keeping employees safe on the roadways, and lessening accidents while at work
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Research Data
- https://www.nhtsa.gov/research-data – Understand the data assessments necessary to study vehicle safety versus driving behavior, and how they both contribute to crashes on the roadways
- Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Large Truck Crash Data
- http://www.iihs.org/iihs/topics/t/large-trucks/fatalityfacts/large-trucks – Learn why most deaths in large truck crashes are passenger vehicle occupants and the trends associated with their causes
Getting to Know Your Local Government Officials
Understand who represents you locally and nationally by participating in the laws as they are proposed and passed in the State of Florida.
- USA.gov Florida State Government
- https://www.usa.gov/state-government/florida – Direct links to election offices, motor vehicle bureaus, and consumer protection offices for the citizens of Florida
- State of Florida Governor
- http://www.flgov.com/ – Connect with the current governor of Florida by phone or email, sign up for the office’s monthly newsletter, and discover the issues facing the state and the governor’s acknowledgement of solutions associated with their existence
- Florida Legislative Information
- http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Welcome/ – Explore the State of Florida’s Constitution, and the Florida Laws and Statutes that affect the day-to-day lives of the community
- State of Florida House of Representatives
- https://www.house.gov/representatives/#state_fl – Review direct contact information for Florida’s House of Representative members and their staffs
- State of Florida Senators
- https://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm?State=FL – Contact each of the two Florida State Senators to discuss matters including healthcare, unemployment, and the Senators’ voting records on issues that matter
