Plaintiffs Litigation Blog: Back, Neck and Spinal Cord Injuries
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August 20, 2019
Spinal Cord Injury BC Airport Experience Tour – Let’s Fly
At the beginning of the summer, I was lucky enough to have joined the Spinal Cord Injury BC Airport Experience Tour and felt inspired to write up a blog including some of the things I learned! When travelling with any kind of disability, it’s important to be prepared. With that…
Continue ReadingJuly 10, 2019
Wheeling in the great outdoors – tips for keep it “wheely” safe
While the end of June marked the start of summer, it also began silly season for wheelchair users who navigate seas of pedestrians, vehicles and other hazards. Indeed, it’s not uncommon to see close calls between wheelchairs and sets of able-bodied shins. And wheelchair users are particularly vulnerable. Distraction and…
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Back, Neck and Spinal Cord InjuriesJanuary 8, 2019
Tips for Travelling with a Spinal Cord Injury
With the holiday season behind us, and several months to go with the winter weather many people take this time to get outta dodge and find some sunshine! Here are some of my personal observations and suggestions for travelling with a disability. 1 – Prescription medication — Don’t pack it…
Continue ReadingJune 21, 2018
Scotiabank Half-Marathon Charity Challenge in Support of Spinal Cord Injury BC
It is hard to believe this weekend on June 24th marks the 20th anniversary of the Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon, it also hard to believe 1998 was 20 years ago. This year marks the 4th time that I will be participating in this particular race. But for me, it is much more than a…
Continue ReadingNovember 30, 2017
Importance of Fitness for the Spinal Cord Injury Community
It is no secret that being physically active is important, but this is of the utmost importance for those living with a Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). People living with SCI are more prone to health risks such as blood clots and obesity, which could lead to more complex cardiovascular diseases.…
Continue ReadingOctober 27, 2016
Murphy Battista Personal Injury Lawyer, Scott Stanley, Talks Setting Up His Scholarship with SCI BC
The new Scott Stanley Scholarship awarded at Spinal Cord Injury BC (SCI BC) is a fresh start for those newly injured to reach greater heights. When, Murphy Battista LLP’s personal injury lawyer, Scott Stanley, grew up in Northern Saskatchewan, his awareness of modest means was amplified. Scott’s ability in identifying the needs of…
Continue ReadingFebruary 12, 2015
BC Wheelchair Sports Association: The Benefit of Sport for People with Disabilities and Spinal Cord Injuries
At Murphy Battista LLP we are always looking for resources that could benefit our personal injury clients. This month we want to share information about the BC Wheelchair Sports Association and the great work that they do to serve and enrich the lives of Canadians with disabilities including people…
Continue ReadingSeptember 23, 2014
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness: Getting Your Life Back
You may have noticed a flurry of news stories on spinal cord injuries recently. Highlighting the exciting rehabilitation possibilities of exoskeletons and providing up-to-date statistics and information on spinal cord injuries are part of Spinal Cord Injury Awareness month in the US. However, if you or a family member have…
Continue ReadingDecember 4, 2013
Spinal Cord Injury BC’s Peer Family Support Program: A new relationship that supports our clients
Murphy Battista LLP prides itself on an approach focused on total client care for every person that comes through our doors. Our call to action, “Get your life back” is the core of our philosophy. As such, we have made it a point to support organizations that provide unique and…
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