The Bowing Walls
Notice how much this wall is bending inwards? That's due to all the hydrostatic pressure being applied by the soil.
PowerBraces!
These are the PowerBraces, designed to stabilize the walls. When time passes, we can tighten these PowerBraces to straighten the walls as well!
PowerBrace Picture #2
Here is a better angle of the damaged wall. Notice the staircase-like crack? Yes, that is a sign of concern!
PowerBrace Shot #3
Here is the other side of the basement. The walls were bowing in just as badly. Well not anymore!