Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyers
Syracuse, Binghamton, Watertown, NY
Montrose, PA
Traumatic brain injuries are injuries to the brain suffered as a result of trauma or impact of the brain against the skull. Frequently caused as a result of an auto accident or other traumatic event, a brain injury may result in a host of symptoms, ranging from mild to severe.
Because brain injuries are often difficult to effectively diagnose and to treat, it is of utmost importance that you seek competent, experienced legal representation if you've suffered a brain injury as a result of someone else's negligence or when settling a claim with your own insurance company.
Types of brain injuries
Brain injuries can be caused by either open or closed head trauma.
An open head trauma describes a type of injury in which the skin is punctured or penetrated. These types of injuries are almost always caused by direct impact to the head. Brain injuries in open head trauma cases may be caused by direct impact to the brain or by the impact of the brain hitting the skull.
A closed head trauma is more difficult to diagnose than open head trauma. These injuries are caused by impact, or by jarring of the head; and brain injury is incurred as the brain hits against the skull.
It is important to always seek medical attention immediately when you are involved in any kind of accident, even if you show no immediate signs of injury. Often, closed trauma injuries can cause significant damage without showing any external signs of injury.
If you or a loved one was involved in an accident, and are showing any of the following symptoms, you may be suffering from a traumatic brain injury (often referred to as TBI):
- Unusual headaches
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Behavioral changes
- Sudden or unusual mood changes
- Forgetfulness
- Difficulty sleeping, or sleeping excessively
- Fatigue
Coping with Traumatic Brain Injury
Dealing with the effects of Traumatic Brain Injury can be difficult, as either the injured party or a member of the family.
Care, ongoing therapy, and medical expenses can be expensive and time consuming, and the emotional effects of the injury can be devastating for everyone involved.
Whether someone else's negligence is responsible for the injury, or you simply need representation to ensure that your own insurance company reaches a fair settlement, it is in your best interests to seek competent legal representation as soon as possible, in order to secure your rights and reach a settlement that is best for you and your family.
Questions about Traumatic Brain Injuries
Your free legal consultation
If you are in the Syracuse and Binghamton area of New York, please call or email The Stanley Law Offices today, and we will arrange for a free, no obligation personal consultation with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys. He or she will review your case with you in detail, and help you determine how best to go forward to help ensure your family's financial security.
