The term “mild traumatic brain injury” is interchangeable with “concussion”, sometimes referred to as mTBI by physicians. The designation as mild is of no comfort to anyone who has experienced a concussion as a result of a traumatic injury or car accident. This only means that the injury may improve over time, although symptoms of a concussion can last for weeks, months or even longer causing serious impact to the quality of one’s life.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC, motor vehicle accidents are the 2nd leading cause of all TBI-related hospitalizations, 2nd only to falls. Pedestrians, bicycle and motorcycle riders are at an increased risk of suffering a concussion in an accident. If you’ve been injured in a car accident, speak with an experienced car accident attorney as soon as possible.
Symptoms of a Concussion
When a person experiences a concussion, they will experience some or all of the following symptoms?
- Headaches
- Blurred vision
- Irritability
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dizziness and loss of balance
- Ringing in the ears
- Sensitivity to light and noise
- Slurred speech
- Sleepiness (especially in children)
- Mental confusion and difficulty concentrating
- Listlessness and changes in behavior (again, especially in children)
A victim of a concussion may lose consciousness briefly and could find it difficult to remember all the details prior to the injury. Some people may experience symptoms within hours or days following an accident and about one-third of accident victims who experience a concussion will still have symptoms three months after the injury. Long-term constant headaches and other symptoms make it difficult for people to maintain their current job or for students to study.
Insurance Settlements for Concussion Injuries
The fact that mild traumatic brain injuries do not cause structural or visible damage can make it more difficult for victims to be taken seriously and to receive just compensation. It is imperative that you partner with an experienced and understanding personal injury attorney to attest to your injuries. A skilled accident attorney will present the medical evidence needed to get you the compensation you deserve.
Schiff & Associates has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for accident victims in our Ohio community for more than 35 years. We recover the maximum compensation allowed under the law for victims of personal and automobile accident injuries. Contact us to speak with an experienced and compassionate personal injury lawyer.
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