When you are injured in an accident, whether you slipped and fell in a grocery store or were struck by a drunk driver, you may feel lucky to walk away from the accident unscathed. However, as time progresses, you may begin to feel worse and worse. Unfortunately, this is often the case with traumatic brain injuries, as they may not immediately appear. As such, it is critical to understand how these injuries happen and the symptoms you must be on the lookout for following an accident. The following blog explores these matters, as well as the importance of working with a Sacramento personal injury lawyer to help you fight for the compensation you deserve.
What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury and What Causes It?
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a form of injury to the brain that occurs as the result of a violent blow or jolt to the head, like hitting your head during a slip and fall or being involved in a car accident. Due to the force from hitting your head, your brain moves inside your skull, colliding with the inside walls. As such, this can lead to damage to the cells in your brain, like ripping and bruising, while also altering your brain chemistry. These injuries can range from mild to severe, which is used to describe the impact on the brain’s function.
As mentioned, a sudden and violent blow or jolt can result in a traumatic brain injury. This includes car accidents in which you hit your head on the interior of the vehicle, slips and falls, construction site injuries, and even premises liability accidents if you are struck by an unsecured fixture in a store, for example.
Unfortunately, traumatic brain injuries may not immediately present themselves. As such, it is critical to understand the signs and symptoms of a TBI to ensure you can act quickly to mitigate damages:
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Blurry vision
- Confusion
- Irritability
- Slurred speech
- Difficulty concentrating
What Should I Do if I am Injured?
If you hit your head in an accident, the most important thing you can do is seek medical care, even if you feel okay. This is critical, as it helps establish the fact that you sought immediate medical care after the incident. Next, you should connect with an experienced attorney to learn about your legal options.
When you are hurt by a negligent person, whether a distracted driver or the owner of an unsafe property, you have the right to fight for the damages you’ve suffered. Typically, this includes medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and mental anguish, among other losses you may have incurred.
Navigating a personal injury claim on your own can be incredibly difficult. However, when you’re also healing from a traumatic brain injury, it can become overwhelming. That is why it’s imperative to connect with an experienced attorney at the Law Offices of Dale R. Gomes. Our firm can assist you in the fight for the compensation you deserve. When you need help, do not hesitate to contact us today.
