There is no way around it: A traumatic brain injury is one of the most serious injuries a person can suffer from. If you or a loved one has had the unfortunate experience of being involved in an accident that resulted in this type of injury, then you may need the assistance of a personal injury attorney. Keep reading to find out how we may be able to help and then contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for your free legal consultation.
Brian Injuries Become More Likely with Higher Impact
A person can get a brain injury from just about any type of accident – including simply falling down. However, the harder the impact was, the more likely a brain injury will be, and the harder the impact was the more severe the injury will be. Though the skull us there to protect the brain, injury can occur when a sudden force causes the brain to become damaged or bruised.
Common Symptoms Experienced by People with Brain Injuries
Brain injuries are generally put into one of two medical categories: Mild or severe. As a person would imagine, the symptoms that come along with this type of injury are different with each type of brain injury. With a mild injury, the injured person may feel tired, they may have blurred vision, and they may have a headache. They could also suffer from memory issues and even a short period of unconsciousness.
On the other hand, a severe brain injury results in more severe symptoms such as convulsions, nausea and vomiting, seizures, an inability to wake up after falling asleep, dilated pupils, and coma. Some of these symptoms will go away with time or medical intervention, but the consequences of brain injuries can last for years.
You May Be Eligible for Compensation for Damages
If you have suffered a brain injury and your quality of life has decreased, then you may be eligible for financial compensation. This could include coverage for your medical bills, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, and any modifications required to your home in order to live there. You could also sue for future medical costs, rehab costs, future damages, and, in the event of gross negligence, punitive damages.
If you are the caretaker of a person who has been incapacitated by a brain injury, then you may be able to sue on their behalf. To find out more about this option and whether or not it applies to you, contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for a free legal consultation.
