Pennsylvania man loses legs in a train accident

A man from Pittsburgh was injured in a tragic train accident Wednesday, causing him to lose both legs. According to reports, the accident occurred at approximately 3: 30 in the morning as the man was apparently walking near the tracks. This accident comes as the latest in a series of train accidents in the area, including two deaths since 2007.

When emergency medical teams arrived on the scene shortly after 4: 30, they found the man lying near the tracks already missing two legs. The man was alive, but in a State of shock. Emergency teams were able to save the life of man, and he remains in hospital.

If you or someone you love has been the victim of a train accident, the train accident lawyers of Pennsylvania of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., may be able to help you get the compensation you deserve. To learn more about how we can help you, contact us today by calling 610-667 7519.

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COP dies, one wounded in a tragic car accident

A right out of the official Pennsylvania State police died in a tragic car accident yesterday after driving the wrong way on the Schuylkill Expressway.

Corporal John Quigg, 48, of Wyndmoor was a State police veteran of 24 years.  Quigg was driving his car the wrong way for the exit ramp of Spring Garden and Interstate 76 about 1.  While driving westbound against trafficking eastbound, Quigg frontally crashed into the vehicle from the 23-year old Chantelle Harper.

Quigg was transported to Hahnemann University Hospital, where he died shortly afterwards.  Harper was transported to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania with multiple broken bones and other injuries.  Harper underwent surgery and was described as in good condition.

The authorities stated that Quigg was wearing a seatbelt, but was Harper.  Research is underway to determine exactly what caused Quigg enters into an exit ramp and drive against trafficking.

Our sympathies go to the official Quigg's family and friends.

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New procedure found to reduce brain damage in babies

Brain injury in infants most often occur due to a lack of oxygen at birth.  Brain injuries caused by lack of oxygen can be lasting life and sometimes fatal.

Recently, a new study using a blanket for cool babies who are born with the lack of oxygen proved to be successful.  In the study, a simple blanket with cold water pipes running through it is place on the head of babies born without enough oxygen.  The blanket is able to bring the baby's body temperature down to around 91 degrees in 72 hours.  In doing so, the baby's body system slows down, requiring less power and reduce the swelling on braing.  The 18-month long study showed that use the blanket possibly can prevent permanent brain damage and reduces the risk of cerbral paralysis, convulsions, and death.

This blanket would be the first form of therapy for infants with brain damage.  Currently, he is only being used in academic medical centers.

If you or someone you love suffers a trauma, contact the birth injury lawyers in Philadelphia of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 800-876-lawyer to learn more about their rights.

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