When involved in a car accident, it is not uncommon for victims to sustain head injuries, also commonly referred to as traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were approximately 223,135 TBI-related hospitalizations in 2019 and 64,362 TBI-related deaths in 2020. TBIs can range in severity from being relatively mild to quite severe, and even potentially fatal. TBIs may be challenging to identify without medical assistance. This is why it is imperative that you receive medical help as soon as you can following a car accident, even if you feel fine. Some car…
Read MoreA traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to any damage that impairs brain function. Even though some individuals might believe that a concussion is not severe, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention classify it as a type of traumatic brain injury. Even if a head injury is not life-threatening, the repercussions might have long-lasting effects on accident victims. A quick impact, such as from a car accident, a fall, or a blow to the head, may cause the brain to bump up against the skull, resulting in a TBI. A severe shaking of the brain inside the skull will lead…
Read MoreFew people understand the devastating effects of a spinal cord injury until they suffer from one. Because they are so severe, spinal cord injuries frequently have a significant adverse impact on the spinal cord injury victims' lives. Accident injury victims who have endured suffering because another party failed to provide adequate care for them shouldn't have to deal with the financial hardships that come with severe injuries on their own. If someone else's negligence caused your spinal cord injury, you may be able to submit a claim for compensation for your losses and injuries. A spinal cord injury lawsuit is…
Read MoreOne of the most catastrophic injuries that can be sustained by a human being is damage to the spinal cord. There is a possibility that these kinds of injuries will have long-term repercussions and problems that will fundamentally alter your life. Some injuries to the spinal cord are so debilitating that the victim is unable to return to their previous line of employment or to the hobbies that they formerly enjoyed. Even simple chores may become too difficult for you to complete, and as a result, you may find that you need to employ someone to look after both you…
Read MoreIn any car accident, if your vehicle has been damaged in any way, it's likely that your body has sustained some damage as well. Even though some cuts and bruises may go away by themselves over time, other, more severe injuries can occur. A brain injury is one kind of automobile accident injury that requires prompt medical care. No matter how you feel after a collision, getting checked out by a reputable medical professional is crucial because a brain injury can be challenging to diagnose. Although it may take some time for symptoms of a brain injury to appear, you…
Read MoreYou might wonder how a traumatic brain injury (TBI) will impact your future if you or a loved one have experienced one. For example, TBIs may cause memory loss, recurring headaches, and cognitive problems as long-term side effects. You might also consider the compensation you would be eligible for if you initiated a lawsuit against the party(s) responsible for your accident. However, no matter where you may be in the recovery process following a TBI, it is important to understand that traumatic brain injuries may lead to a myriad of different physical, mental, and emotional changes experienced by both the…
Read MoreA traumatic brain injury, or TBI, may result from various unfortunate events; a few probable causes include falling, vehicle accidents, sports injuries, being involved in a workplace accident, suffering a gunshot wound, or even mistakes made by medical personnel. A TBI may result in long-term damage and possibly render a person unable to work, depending on how serious the injury was. A TBI can cause physical and cognitive impairments that require intensive rehabilitation treatment. Unfortunately, intensive rehabilitative treatment does not guarantee a complete recovery is made. If you've had a TBI, your condition can make it difficult for you to…
Read MoreTraumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are often caused by car accidents or falls. Still, they can also result from other events, such as a gun injury or other personal injury accidents. Concussions are the most common type of TBI. After taking a severe blow to the head, your brain may hit your skull, leading to brain damage. TBIs vary widely in severity and may recover within a few days or lead to permanent brain damage or death in severe cases. Who Do Traumatic Brain Injuries Affect? Any individual can suffer from a TBI at any age, from infancy through adulthood. However,…
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