Traumatic Brain Injuries

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result from any type of accident involving a blow to the head. Unfortunately, TBI’s often do not reveal themselves immediately after the injury takes place. The signs a TBI is present can be subtle, and may not be noticed for days or even weeks.

Medically speaking, there are two different types of TBIs.

• A mild TBI is defined as one in which loss of consciousness after impact lasts for less than half an hour. Symptoms include seizures, nausea, trouble with forming thoughts, memory loss, mood changes, depression, excessive sleep, loss of coordination, and issues with sight, smell, and taste.
• A moderate to severe TBI involves loss of consciousness for more than half an hour, and is typically an hour or more. In addition to the symptoms above, sufferers may also experience dilated pupils, habitual nausea and vomiting, combative behavior, trouble speaking and/or walking, and clear fluid draining from their ears and/or nose.

A TBI can result in the victim’s life being changed forever. Sadly, the neurological damage can be permanent, leaving an individual unable to return to his or her previous quality of life. For example, working or driving may be out of the question. As mentioned, TBI’s do not often present themselves immediately. Therefore, to protect yourself, it is important for you to know that if you are ever in an accident involving a blow to your heard, you should immediately have a complete neurological examination which includes a brain scan, and keep all medical documentation for your records. For several weeks after the accident, keep a journal on how you are feeling that day, and any symptoms you may be experiencing.

If you are medically diagnosed with a TBI, it is highly recommended that you contact Injury Law on Call, experienced personal injury attorneys, to discuss your case. We will help you to assess whether a settlement or a lawsuit is the best way to pursue the compensation you deserve for your injury.