Why you need representation

Traumatic brain injuries ("TBI") occur when there is a rapid acceleration, deceleration, or collision which results in an impact to the head. TBIs can occur through slip and falls, car accidents, and other types of collisions.

TBIs can cause a wide variety of symptoms ranging from dizziness to slurred speech and seizures. When you have been a victim of a fall or a car accident and suffered a TBI, you need a qualified attorney to ensure that your legal rights are properly invoked and protected.

TBIs can cause a wide variety of symptoms, ranging from dizziness to slurred speech and seizures. Even for minor brain injuries, the side effects can be serious and long-lasting. Sufferers may have a very different life following their injury, such as having to quit their job, being unable to drive, being unable to make decisions on their own, or having trouble speaking.

When you have been a victim of a fall or a car accident and suffered a TBI, you need a qualified attorney to ensure that your legal rights are properly invoked and protected. What is more, a personal injury attorney can help you receive compensation for your injuries. This can help you recover lost wages and pay for expensive medical bills from your condition.

What we can do for you

If your traumatic brain injury was due to the sole or partial fault of another, we’d love to help. You may not get “answers” for your injury, but you will get justice. Getting legal help is so much more than just financial reimbursement. It’s also a punishment for the guilty party who caused you to develop long-term or permanent side effects.

Call us today to speak to a personal injury attorney about your brain injury and we can assist you with your legal matters from there.

Signs of a Traumatic Brain Injury

The signs of a traumatic brain injury may vary from one person to the next. Symptoms can differ depending on how severe the injury was. What is more, there are different subtypes of traumatic brain injuries.

Mild TBI

The good news, most traumatic brain injuries fall under the “mild” category. Symptoms may include light sensitivity, nausea and vomiting, issues with balance, headaches, short-term memory loss, and fatigue.

Even if the head injury was considered mild, the aftereffects may still be long-lasting in some cases.

Moderate to Severe TBI

Serious, long-term issues can stem from a moderate to severe traumatic brain injury. This level of brain injury can lead to loss of consciousness, changes in sensory perception, limb weakness, behavioral problems, or even cause the victim to fall into a coma.

In severe cases, the sufferer may experience a brain bleed, permanent brain damage, long-term disability, or a reduced lifespan.

Penetrating TBI

If an object penetrated your skull and entered your brain tissue, this is classified as a penetrating TBI. This may be due to a metal bar, knife, bullet, or other sharp or heavy object.

Blunt TBI

If your traumatic brain injury wasn’t caused by an object going through your brain but rather from you hitting your head with force, this is known as a blunt TBI. This can be caused during a car accident, while playing sports, during a physical altercation, or from a serious slip and fall.

Steps to Take After a Traumatic Brain Injury

A TBI is a serious injury that necessitates following the right guidelines to ensure the best healing.

Seek Medical Attention Immediately

The absolute first step to take after a penetration or blow to the head is to get medical help. Seeing a medical expert right away can allow you to get the right diagnosis. Most importantly, an emergency medical visit can prevent the worsening of your brain injury and speed up healing.

Medical professionals have the knowledge, skill, equipment, and other resources to help you following mild to major head trauma. Trust that they will give you the best care possible.

Get Plenty of Rest

One of the most important parts of dealing with a TBI is getting plenty of rest. This means getting enough sleep each night to allow the brain to heal, as well as giving the brain and body enough rest during the day.

Follow your doctor’s medical advice regarding how long to rest and which activities to avoid. Their recommendations will depend on the severity of your condition.

Return to Regular Activities Gradually

Whether you have a mild or major TBI, it’s important to return to regular activities at a slow pace. Jumping back into your normal everyday routine too quickly can hinder the healing process. Not to mention, it can be a lot physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Your doctor will outline when you can move forward, to what extent, and with what types of activities.

Get a Follow-Up from a Medical Professional

A follow-up visit after a traumatic brain injury is just as important as the initial visit. During this appointment or series of visits, your doctor will monitor how you’re recovering. They will decide if further treatment is necessary or if you’re ready to start progressing.

During a follow-up visit, it’s important to talk with your doctor about specific activities, like working out, that you wish to resume. Wait until you receive approval from your doctor before returning to certain activities.

Receive the Mental Health Support You Need

Life after a TBI is no walk in the park. Having been through an accident can cause trauma, anxiety, and depression. Not to mention, the physical damage resulting from the accident alone can change how you think, feel, or behave.

These aftereffects may necessitate the help of a mental health professional to provide a diagnosis, help you learn new coping skills, and/or get you the medication you need.

Consider Getting Legal Help

Once you feel rested enough, looking into your legal options is the next step. Was your head or brain injury due to someone attacking you, creating an unsafe condition that caused you to slip, or acting negligently while driving? If you answered yes to any of the latter, you should reach out to us today.