Category: Brain Injury
Should I sign the information releases that the insurance adjuster gave me?
It is very important that you do not sign any release forms that you received from an insurance adjuster without first talking to an attorney. Remember that the insurance adjuster’s main goal is to keep the payments they make to accident victims like you as small as possible. That’s why we are here for you—to… read more
Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment
Mild Injury A mild traumatic brain injury doesn’t usually require medical treatment other than rest and overt-the-counter pain relievers to treat a headache. It is important to monitor your injury if is persistent, worsening or any new symptoms occur. Visiting the doctor will help you recover with the proper steps and care. A doctor will… read more
What are the most common injuries from car accidents?
More than 3 million people are injured each year in car accidents across the country. Injuries from accidents vary immensely due to the circumstances of the collision. Some injuries may resolve quickly with no medical treatment but other more serious injuries might become more permanent and result in physical disability. Some of the factors that… read more
Brain Injuries Caused by a Car Accident
The leading cause of death and disability from car accidents in the US are Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI). Currently, over 5.3 million people are living with disabilities resulting from a TBI. A traumatic brain injury is an injury to the brain that results from an external force, or trauma, to the head causing damage to… read more
Living with a Brain Injury
According to the CDC, 2.4 million people sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI) each year. A brain injury can change everything about a person in a matter of seconds. The effects of a brain injury vary greatly from person-to-person and depend on factors such as cause, location and severity. The top two causes of TBI… read more
Spinal Cord Injury Lawsuits
Auto accidents are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries. The impact of spinal injuries on the victim and their family can be devastating and cause enormous medical costs. Spinal cord injury is damage to the spinal cord that results in full or partial loss of motor control and sensation. Some injuries can cause paralysis… read more
Recovering from a Concussion
A concussion is defined as a mild form of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head. The major causes of a concussion are falls, motor vehicle-related injury, unintentionally being struck by or against an obstacle, assaults, or playing sports. Concussions are usually non life-threatening but their effects can be… read more
Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms Can Persist for Years
Weve all heard the expression thats used when a football player takes a blow to the head and appears shaken up on the field. Commentators virtually make light of the situation by saying, He got his bell rung, which gives the definite impression that if the player goes to the sidelines for a few plays,… read more
What Would You Do If…
Fantastic article in the New York Times about one woman living with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) her husband received on the job. As a lawyer, you’d think the legal aspects of the article would grab me, but in fact I barely noticed them, focused as I was on the emotional story she was telling…. read more
Dealing with Brain Damage from Car Accidents
Would you be surprised to learn that one of the most prevalent brain injuries that occur today is brain damage from car accidents? To be precise, car accidents account for approximately 17 percent of all traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in the entire United States. This is second only to slip and fall accidents that cause… read more