How can injuries sustained in a car accident lead to a loving, law abiding family man serving time in prison? Salvador Ruiz's entire life changed when his father was left with a brain injury after a traffic accident. When his dad was discharged from the hospital, the real work began.

It Was Just a Car Accident

What happens when the justice system intersects with the invisible impacts of brain injury?
This podcast examines the often-overlooked and misunderstood connection between brain injuries and the criminal justice system. Through expert interviews, survivor stories, legal perspectives, and research, we aim to shed light on how brain injury can impact legal outcomes. Join us for crucial conversations at the intersection of neuroscience, equity, and justice. Hosted by Carrie Collins, each episode features new guests and topics. Recorded and edited by Open Conversations.

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What happens when the justice system intersects with the invisible impacts of brain injury? This podcast examines the often-overlooked and misunderstood connection between brain injuries and the criminal justice system. Through expert interviews, survivor stories, legal perspectives, and research, we aim to shed light on how brain injury can impact legal outcomes. Join us for crucial conversations at the intersection of neuroscience, equity, and justice. Hosted by Carrie Collins, each episode features new guests and topics. Recorded and edited by Open Conversations.

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It Was Just a Car Accident

It Was Just a Car Accident