Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is sudden physical damage to the brain. A brain injury can occur when a victim’s head strikes an object such as a windshield or when the force of an accident causes the brain to move around violently within the skull, without a direct impact. Damage to the brain can occur at the time of the accident, or it can develop over time as tissues swell and bleed within the head.
It is estimated that over one million people suffer a TBI in the United States every year. Common complications are traumatic seizure disorder, post-concussion syndrome, dizziness, nausea or vomiting. Problems with cognition, such as visual problems, hearing problems, problems with speech or thinking may also occur.
Due to the invisible nature of a TBI, victims of traumatic brain injury in Northern California only rarely receive prompt treatment for their physical and cognitive impairment. Extra caution must be used anytime a person suffers a blow to the head, even if it seems inconsequential at the time.
Some common causes of brain injury include:
- Car accidents
- Falls
- Sports Injuries
- Violent Crimes
- Child Abuse
- Falling Objects
- Physical Assaults
The financial costs and emotional difficulties of TBIs can be devastating to victims and their families. Especially after a serious accident, victims of brain injuries may need financial assistance in treating the injury and in continuing with their life. Medical evaluation of the degree of an individual’s impairment can have a huge impact on the level of compensation the individual will receive, from all sources.
If you have a potential case, a Sacramento brain injury attorney can help you recover damages for past and future medical expenses, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, and disability. The Law Office of Bowman & Associates, APC. helps families seek compensation for their loved one’s traumatic brain injury and resulting medical problems.
