Among the many types of damages that car accident victims can suffer, people often lose the ability to work. If you have been seriously injured in a collision, chances are you will have to miss some time from work for medical treatment and recovery. However, some serious injuries may prevent you from returning to work in the long term or even permanently, or they may keep you from returning to [...]
According to the Brain Injury Research Institute, concussions are among the most common types of traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Any time a person's head is bumped or jolted, they may experience a concussion. Car accidents often lead to concussions, whether they occur at fast or slow speeds. If you have suffered a brain injury in a motor vehicle collision that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you should speak with [...]
Although most traumatic brain injury victims recover in a matter of weeks or months, others may suffer from long-term or even lifelong complications. What is most concerning about this is that the victim may not be fully aware of the continued trauma. Instead, they may simply assume that their prolonged symptoms are unconnected. Sadly, if that same sufferer is also a victim in a personal injury case, their lack of [...]
Although a lot of traumatic brain injury (TBI) victims do eventually recover, there are those that suffer lifelong complications. In these situations, families of victims may face some major challenges. Learn more about these challenges, and what compensation may be owed, with help from the following information. Medical Treatment and Expenses When victims suffer long-term complications from a traumatic brain injury, they often need extensive medical care. Physical therapy, medications, [...]
While traumatic brain injury (TBI) impacts more than 1.7 million Americans per year, there is still little known about their healing process. In fact, doctors still do not have an accurate way to predict the extent of recovery a patient may experience, or how long it might take to heal fully. That could soon all change, thanks to a new study. What is more, the new information could significantly impact [...]
Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate that at least 1.7 million people suffer from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) each year. The majority of those sufferers (about 1.365 million) are treated and then released to heal. Unfortunately, this healing process can take weeks, and sometimes months. Over that time, the individual may be unable to work or enjoy the activities they normally do. Some claim that [...]
Every year, about 2.5 million people in America suffer from traumatic brain injury. Most will recover, but some will have lasting complications. A new study reveals that sleep quality could be one of the first indications of whether a victim is recovering or potentially suffering with ongoing complications. The following explains further, and provides some key information on your rights to compensation if negligence played a role in your head [...]
Because they are more likely to experience an automobile accident than older drivers, teens and young adults are also more likely to suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI). While most do fully recover, for some, the injury can result in long-term consequences, such as a diminished ability to work, complete school work, or concentrate. Now a new study suggests that teens and young adults with traumatic brain injuries may also [...]
While the majority of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are minor, some do result in death or severe injury. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that around 30 percent of all injury deaths are the result of trauma to the brain. In all, that amounts to approximately 50, 000 deaths per year, or about 138 deaths per day. Others may experience life-time complications. If you or [...]
Children are often thought of as resilient, but the truth is that, just like adults, children can suffer serious and lasting injuries. In fact, one recent study found that traumatic brain injuries (TBI) experienced during childhood may increase the child’s risk for social and psychological problems during adulthood. Though not likely to occur in all children who suffer a TBI, this risk is significant enough that parents should be aware [...]
