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A traumatic brain injury can change your life in an instant. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury caused by someone else's fault or negligence, we're here to help. Let us handle the legal complexities and the insurance companies so you can focus on what's most important—your recovery and well-being.
What accidents Cause TBIs
Each year, approximately 2.1 million people in the United States suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBI), resulting in 69,000 deaths and 80,000 permanent disabilities. Common causes of brain injuries include:
Automobile, truck, or bicycle collisions
Falls and workplace accidents
Sports-related injuries
Playground accidents
Violent assaults or incidents
Brain injuries can lead to significant changes in a person's life, not just immediately but sometimes long after the accident, affecting not only the injured person but their whole family.
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How Brain Injuries Occur in an Auto Accident
A TBI occurs when the brain is jolted or impacted by a strong force, such as a vehicle's rapid movement or sudden stop during a car crash. Even without direct external trauma to the head, an acceleration/deceleration movement (ie, whiplash) can cause a traumatic brain injury. Brain injuries from car crashes can range from mild concussions to more severe damage that affects cognitive functions, physical abilities, and emotional well-being.
Challenges in Diagnosing Brain Injuries After a Car Crash
Brain injuries can be difficult to diagnose. Unlike visible injuries, traumatic brain injuries may not show symptoms right away, or the symptoms might be mistaken for something else. This is especially true in cases of mild TBIs or concussions, where symptoms such as headaches, memory issues, or mood changes might not manifest until days or weeks after the accident.
In emergency rooms, the primary focus is often on ruling out catastrophic injuries. Brain injuries might be missed because doctors are focused on more apparent physical trauma following a car crash, such as broken bones or cuts. Over time, as more immediately painful injuries heal, cognitive, emotional, or physical impairments may become more apparent. This delayed onset or recognition of TBI symptoms can delay seeking proper medical care, exacerbating the injury's effects.
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Symptoms of Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury can have wide-ranging physical and psychological effects. Some signs or symptoms may appear immediately, while others may appear days or weeks later.
Symptoms of mild TBI may include: The signs and symptoms of mild traumatic brain injury may include:
Headaches
Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue or drowsiness
Speech problems
Loss of balance or dizziness
Sensory problems, such as ringing in the ears, blurred vision, a bad taste in the mouth, or changes in the ability to smell
Sensitivity to sound or light
Loss of consciousness for a few seconds to a few minutes
A state of being dazed, confused, or disoriented (with no loss of consciousness)
Memory or concentration problems
Mood changes or mood swings
Feeling anxious or depressed
Difficulty sleeping
Sleeping more than usual
Symptoms of moderate to severe TBI may include: Moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries can include any of the signs and symptoms of mild injury, as well as these symptoms that may appear within the first hours to days after a head injury:
Loss of consciousness from several minutes to hours
Persistent headaches or headaches that worsen
Repeated vomiting or nausea
Convulsions or seizures
Dilation of one or both pupils of the eyes
Clear fluids draining from the nose or ears
Inability to awaken from sleep
Weakness or numbness in fingers and toes
Loss of coordination
Profound confusion
Agitation, combativeness, or other unusual behavior
Slurred speech
Coma and other disorders of consciousness
Traumatic brain injury - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic. (2021, February 4). Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/traumatic-brain-injury/symptoms-causes/syc-20378557
The Long-Term Personal Costs of Brain Injuries
The impact of a brain injury can be overwhelming. The lifetime cost of caring for someone with a traumatic brain injury often reaches millions of dollars. Beyond medical expenses, individuals with brain injuries may face an inability to work, resulting in lost income and critical benefits like health insurance. This financial strain only adds to the challenges of recovery and accessing long-term care.
The effects of a brain injury, however, go far beyond financial hardships. Victims may experience cognitive and physical impairments, memory challenges, difficulty with speech, or emotional changes that lead to social isolation and depression. These struggles can place immense pressure on relationships with friends, family, and other vital support systems. These challenges underscore the need for comprehensive care, including medical treatment, psychological support, and compassionate understanding for those living with traumatic brain injuries.
Our law office understands a brain injury's profound impact on a person's life. That's why we are committed to helping clients in Portland, Beaverton, and across Oregon who have suffered traumatic brain injuries seek the compensation they deserve.
Why You Need an Experienced Brain Injury Attorney
Many people, even lawyers, often fail to understand that brain injuries are invisible. Someone with a brain injury might outwardly appear healthy despite the challenges they face. Working with a lawyer who thoroughly understands the complexities of brain injury cases gives a brain injury victim their best chance to secure fair compensation for everything they have gone through.
When a brain injury is caused by someone else's negligence or wrongful conduct, it is critical to take action quickly. Evidence can disappear, and witness memories may begin to fade. An experienced brain injury lawyer can gather and preserve vital evidence and quickly obtain witness statements. A lawyer may also hire experts to testify on your behalf. An experienced, skillful brain injury lawyer can help you persuade a judge or jury of the merits of your case so you can get the compensation you deserve.
Brain injury cases can be amongst the most complex personal injury cases. The last thing you want to do is handle your brain injury case alone. Navigating the legal process anytime, but especially after a traumatic brain injury, can feel overwhelming. That's why it is so important to work with a skilled lawyer who is experienced in brain injury cases who can guide you through every step of the process.
Contact Our Brain Injury Attorney in Portland and Beaverton, Oregon
If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, don't wait to seek legal assistance. Contact us today for a free consultation. Our office proudly serves clients in Portland, Beaverton, and surrounding communities.
Let us fight for the compensation you deserve while you focus on your recovery. We understand the unique challenges faced by brain injury victims and their families, and we are committed to helping you move forward. Our office will work tirelessly to protect your rights and pursue the fair and just compensation you deserve.
Last Updated: 11-26-2024
Written by: Benjamin B. Grandy
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