Traumatic Brain Injury
What at first may appear to be a minor headache or inability to concentrate may be something much more serious, a traumatic brain injury. The brain is very complicated and not completely understood by doctors who treat victims. Many injuries to the brain are not easily diagnosed. A Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is generally caused by a blow to the head or sudden impact. A TBI can, however, result even if there is no direct blow or impact to the head. Shaken baby syndrome is an example of when there is no impact to the head, but the baby’s brain is seriously injured. In a car accident a person can sustain a TBI if there is a rapid acceleration or deceleration or if the car spins rapidly or rollover even if the head is not directly impacted.
Some of the symptoms of a TBI involve behavioral, cognitive and communicative dysfunction. A TBI can result in significant life changes including the inability to work. It is estimated that 1.5 million people in the United States suffer a TBI every year.
A TBI can have varying degrees of severity. Some cases involving mild TBI involve headaches, dizziness, fatigue and problems with memory and concentration. In cases involving serious TBI, the symptoms are far more severe and debilitating with symptoms including slurred speech, loss of motor skills, loss of consciousness and seizures. In serious cases of TBI, a person is rendered incapable of caring for themselves on a daily basis.
A TBI is generally diagnosed and treated by a neurologist, neurosurgeon and/or neuropsychologist.
If you or a loved one has suffered a TBI due to the carelessness or wrongdoing of someone else, we may be able to help. We can help you recover for medical bills, lost wages and compensation for your pain and suffering.
Please remember that every claim is governed by a Statute of Limitation. If you believe you have a claim you should contact our office immediately. We can help.