Category: Brain Injury

A traumatic brain injury, also known as a TBI, is a serious injury that occurs when an external force meets the head or body, resulting in brain dysfunction. These injuries can be categorized as: Open, meaning that an object fractured or penetrated the skull Closed, indicating that the skull is still intact Whether open or… Read More

Brain injury cases are often more complex and difficult to prove than other personal injury cases because often, there’s so much at stake. Depending on the severity of the injury, the lifetime costs of treating a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is estimated to be between $85,000 and more than $3 million, according to the University of Alabama… Read More

Yes. It’s absolutely possible for someone to walk away from an accident having no idea they’ve sustained a brain injury, particularly if the accident itself seemed relatively minor. Much like soft-tissue injuries, the symptoms of a brain injury aren’t always readily apparent after an accident. In fact, it can take days, weeks, months or even… Read More

The effects of a brain injury can last long after the injury itself has healed. For example, the costs of ongoing care for brain injury victims can be financially devastating. In fact, according to the University of Alabama at Birmingham Traumatic Brain Injury Model System (UAB-TBIMS), the lifetime health care costs associated with treating a… Read More

A brain injury is no ordinary injury. Even a mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI), also known as a concussion, can cause temporary or permanent physical, cognitive, and emotional impairments that can make day-to-day activities difficult. For accident victims who have brain injuries that require ongoing medical care, the resulting costs can seem insurmountable. However, people… Read More

Yes. Concussions are the most common form of brain injury, as well as the mildest, which is why they’re sometimes called mild traumatic brain injuries, or MTBIs. However, a mild concussion is still capable of causing serious and long-lasting repercussions that can impact someone’s ability to think and function. However, many insurance claims adjusters don’t… Read More

The abrupt force so common during motor vehicle accidents creates ideal conditions for traumatic brain injuries, also known as TBIs, which are caused by a hard blow or jolt to the head. While many TBIs are mild in nature and heal with time and plenty of rest, others—such as moderate and severe TBIs—cause an array… Read More

Caused by a sudden jolt or blow to the head, brain injuries are one of the most serious personal damages associated with motor vehicle accidents. These injuries can cause a wide range of cognitive, sensory, communication, and emotional impairments. While the physical trauma connected to a brain injury may heal with time, for some victims,… Read More