Law Offices of Howard Kitay
When the head undergoes a blunt force trauma, the brain requires a certain amount of time to heal fully. Head and brain injuries can be complex and have physical, mental, and emotional health repercussions. Depending on the severity of a head injury, a patient will need to wait a length of time before resuming normal…
The tibia, or the shinbone, is the larger of the two bones that exist between the knee and the ankle. The tibia is one of the most critical areas in the human body for load bearing – yet it’s also the most commonly fractured long bone. Tibial fractures can occur in high-speed traumas, such as…
The skull is made of 22 separate bones, responsible for encasing and protecting the brain and cerebrospinal fluid. When blunt force trauma causes a skull fracture, the delicate brain and fluids are at risk of damage. Depending on the type and severity of the skull fracture, victims can suffer mild pain to severe brain damage.…
One of the leading causes of death in trauma victims is severe blunt injury to the chest. Chest injuries can occur in many types of accidents that involve blunt force trauma, such as collisions or falls. A common serious injury to the thorax in such accidents is flail chest, when multiple ribs fracture along the…
You may not associate video games with surgery, but a new study suggests an interesting connection. The study shows a strong correlation between a surgeon’s skills performing laparoscopic surgery and capabilities playing video games. The connection may not be as surprising as it first seems, since laparoscopy and similar surgeries require surgeons to manipulate instruments through minute incisions, using…
A brain injury is by nature a complex wound. The human brain is a delicate organ, responsible for sending messages to the body. It’s the command center for the entire nervous system, with billions of neurons and nerve fibers. When the brain sustains damage, the mental and physical consequences can be minor or drastic, depending on the location…
Recently, a 13-year- old girl called the Chula Vista Police Department to report an attempted kidnapping. She claimed a man in her neighborhood pulled up to her in a white van during her 8 a.m. walk to Robert L. Mueller Charter Elementary School. According to the girl, the man exited the van, grabbed her arm, and said, “Let’s…
Olympic Games may come and go, but double fractures last forever. When the world’s best athletes come together to push themselves to the max for their countries, accidents can and do happen. From the runners who helped each other cross the finish lines to serious injuries that will take months of healing time, here are some of the…
You can find wooden pallet tutorials in many places online, from individual blogs to home improvement articles. According to online recommendations, these weathered and affordable building materials are ideal for building anything from outdoor planters to custom designed kitchen backsplashes. While the finished product looks nice in online pictures, you may want to think twice before using wooden pallets…
Head and brain injuries affect individuals in different ways. Two people may face the same injury diagnosis and experience very disparate symptoms. Some symptoms may manifest immediately after the incident, while others may take time to appear. If you are worried you or a loved one is suffering from a brain injury, always seek medical support. Through testing…
Whether you’re out grocery shopping or at the mall with friends, you’re an invitee on someone else’s property. The store/property owner has a duty to provide you with a reasonably safe environment. When stores fail to adequately address hazards or warn their customers, they are responsible for injuries you sustain and you have the right to fair compensation.…
In San Diego, our climate allows for year-round bicycling. While our area has the right weather and the right atmosphere, it doesn’t always do a great job of catering to bicycle enthusiasts. To keep your ride successful and stress and accident free, bicyclists need to stay on their toes and develop a keen understanding for the rules of…
After a car crash of any kind, adrenaline runs high. You were just involved in a sudden and unexpected situation. People have walked away from accidents deeply wounded and failed to immediately recognize their injuries. Even if you don’t have visible injuries, always stop by a health care facility for an evaluation. This will serve as your baseline…
Whiplash occurs when an intense motion forces the neck back and forth sharply. People often associate the condition with the sudden impact of car accidents, but whiplash injuries can arise from any traumatic incident. Those who suffer from whiplash may find the condition goes awayon its own after a certain time. For others, however, whiplash causes chronic…
Medicare is a federal health insurance program used by people 65 years of age or older, individuals with certain disabilities, and those with permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis (end-stage renal disease). Medicare helps patients cover certain health care services, such as hospital stays, hospice care, medical supplies, and some home health care. Millions of Americas…
Hiking by yourself, with family, or with a group can be a fun and exciting way to explore the great outdoors and get exercise. California offers a plethora of gorgeous hiking locations, including Yosemite National Park and Pine Ridge Trail. Safety first is the number one rule during any hike, but sometimes accidents happen regardless…
Driving in the U.S. is more than just a way to commute to work. Traveling by car is often how we vacation with our families. This is especially true in 2016, as gas prices plummeted and stayed relatively low across the nation. As we become more dependent on our vehicles, we face an increased likelihood…
When you see signs on the roadway cautioning you to slow down in construction zones, it is not just for your own safety; it is for the safety of roadside construction workers who face myriad life-threatening dangers every day. Construction workers regularly expose themselves to falls from great heights, getting caught between pieces of machinery,…
Pepper spray is a chemical derived from hot chili plants. When someone uses pepper spray against an attacker or vicious animal, it can debilitate the victim—immediately causing pain to his or her eyes and lungs. Pepper spray can cause tightening in the chest and mucus secretions, and it is incredibly uncomfortable. Although effects are temporary,…
Physician-assisted suicide is a hot topic across the nation, with debates heating up after recent legislations in other states have made the practice legal. End-of-life issues are emotional by nature and can lead to many complicated questions. California’s End of Life Option Act California is one of only five states in the U.S. to approve…
We call California the Golden State for a reason. Year-round mild weather and endless sunshine encourages outdoor events and fair-weather activities—including riding around in the back of a friend’s pickup truck. While the wind in your hair and the sun on your face may be tempting, make sure you are doing it legally with the…
A few years ago, we did not even know what “ridesharing” was, but now it is a popular way for San Diego (and El Cajon, Chula Vista, and La Mesa) area citizens to get around. Uber and Lyft employ everyday citizens to chauffer clients in their own vehicles, all for a fraction of the cost…
Car accidents are stressful events, and insurance is meant to make the claims process easier. In an ideal situation, your auto policy will cover your property damages in exchange for your bills being paid in full and on time. Unfortunately, we do not live in a perfect world, and car insurance rules are complex. Car…
If you spend time in the San Francisco Bay Area, you have likely seen Google’s self-driving cars out on test runs. While we are still getting used to the idea of autonomous vehicles, Google recently announced another wild invention: sticky technology to protect pedestrians who are hit by cars. This may sound odd at first,…