As the most complex organ in the human body, no two brain injury cases are the same. Head trauma can cause everything from mild headaches to vision loss, cognitive impairments, and even death. However, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are also among the most preventable medical traumas in the United States.
Not every personal injury law firm knows how to work with clients suffering from serious TBIs, which often requires dedicated advocacy to prove the severity of your symptoms and entitlement to damages. If you suffered head trauma in an accident, the experienced injury lawyers at Ginsberg & O’Connor are on your side.
Overview of Preventable Brain Injuries
Medical professionals define traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) as injuries to the brain caused by an external force. Most TBI cases result in mild concussions after blows to the head, such as during a high school football game. More serious traumatic brain injuries occur when the external force – such as a bullet wound, punch, or high-speed car crash – fractures the skull and causes massive internal bleeding. These serious TBIs can result in the following long-term symptoms, including death:
- Seizures
- Migraines and persistent headaches
- Comas
- Brain death
- Persistent vegetative states
- Memory problems
- Sensory loss
- Inability to walk
- Personality changes
- Confusion and aggression
Many TBI victims cannot return to work, and the complexity of these cases often makes recovery difficult and unpredictable. You may be entitled to significant financial compensation if you suffered from a severe TBI during a fall, car crash, or assault.
Leading Causes of TBIs in New Jersey
According to the Centers for Disease Control, the following preventable events are the leading causes of TBIs in the United States:
Falls
Nearly half of all traumatic brain injuries result from falls, especially among senior citizens. Workplace accidents, including falls from heights, have also resulted in serious TBIs. Slip-and-fall accidents account for a significant number of brain and brain stem injuries. Most falls, including slips, trips, and workplace accidents, are preventable with careful property management.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Car, truck, bicycle, and motorcycle crashes are also leading causes of fatal TBIs in New Jersey. More severe brain injuries generally occur when vehicles travel at high speeds down the Jersey Turnpike, as this increases the crash force and associated neck and head trauma. Pedestrian, bicycle, and motorcycle accidents also have high serious and fatal TBI rates. If your loved one suffered from a disabling or fatal brain injury in a NJ traffic accident, immediately contact our experienced personal injury attorneys.
Firearms and Assaults
Unfortunately, firearm-related suicide is the leading cause of fatal TBIs in the United States. Assaults and attacks, especially during fights and domestic violence incidents, can also result in severe brain injuries. If you lost a loved one due to violence or suicide, discuss your case with a wrongful death lawyer.
Skilled Personal Injury Attorneys for Traumatic Brain Injuries
If you or a loved one is suffering from brain trauma, our dedicated TBI lawyers understand how even seemingly minor concussions can change personalities and lives. Discuss your options for recovering financial compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and suffering with us today. Call 856-727-1991 or contact us online.