Traumatic Brain Injury - TBI
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): It can occur in a variety of ways. TBI can occur when there is a rapid acceleration and/or deceleration of the brain as in whiplash or shaken baby syndrome. Traumatic Brain Injuries can also result when the head comes into contact with another object as in a motorcycle accident, auto accident or a blow to the head. This type of injury is sometimes referred to as a "closed head injury."
The injuries that result from Traumatic Brain Injury can be long lasting and sometimes difficult to prove, especially when there are no outward physical manifestations of the injury. In fact, a mild traumatic brain injury can be sustained, yet routine neurological examinations will be normal…….
Someone who has suffered traumatic brain injuries
or any type of brain damage may experience physical,
cognitive and behavioral problems. Physical symptoms
that result from traumatic brain injuries may include
lethargy, fatigue, headache, vision problems, and
sleep disturbance. Cognitive problems that may be
due to any type of brain damage or brain injury
include inability to concentrate or pay attention,
difficulty with memory, difficulty with planning,
and trouble either understanding or producing speech.
Behavior problems resulting from traumatic brain injuries include, mood swings, irritability, and
lack of inhibition. Many of these problems may be
attributed to depression, when they are in fact
a result of some sort of brain injury or brain damage.
This is especially true in instances of mild traumatic brain injury since there may be little other evidence
of physical injury.
For that reason it can be hard for a person who
has suffered a traumatic brain injury to recover
adequate damages for their injuries. It can be difficult
to prove the lasting physical effects of any type
of brain injury or brain damage to the satisfaction
of a judge or jury, when there are no apparent physical
injuries and when neurological exams return normal
results.
Because of this, it is a good idea to consult with
a serious personal injury attorney who
has experience with traumatic brain injury or brain
damage cases. An attorney with prior experience
in this area is more likely to be aware of the multitude
of long-term effects that can plague a traumatic brain injury victim. He or she also has experience
with effective methods of proving the impact of
these injuries.
If you or someone you know has been
seriously injured, Finch
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