Cleveland Brain Injury Lawyer
Our Ohio accident attorneys can help you
A serious head injury can traumatically change a person’s life in an instant. Suddenly, you or a loved one might not be able to do many of the things you take for granted. That’s because many head injuries involve brain injuries, often referred to as Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs).
Personal injury accidents that result in injuries to the brain are often severe and permanent. As result, you or loved one might not be able to work ever again or perform routine tasks like driving a car or cooking. Knowing what to do in such a situation can be overwhelming.
Fortunately, you’re not alone. Our experienced Ohio brain injury attorneys at Merriman Legal, LLC, can work with your family every step of the way. From filling out forms to negotiating with insurance companies, we’re here for you when you need us most.
What is a traumatic brain injury?
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when a sudden and forceful impact to the head causes damage to the brain. A TBI can lead to various cognitive, emotional, and physical difficulties. There are different types and levels of TBIs. Depending on the severity, a TBI can be mild, moderate or severe. In terms of the different types of TBIs, there are two main ways damage can be inflicted to the brain:
- Closed head injury: This type of TBI occurs when the brain is damaged without any penetration or fracture of the skull, often due to a blow, jolt, or sudden acceleration/deceleration, as in a car accident or sports-related incident.
- Penetrating head injury: A penetrating TBI happens when an object, like a bullet or a piece of bone, penetrates the skull and directly damages the brain. These injuries typically result from gunshot wounds, stabbings, or other sharp object impacts to the head.
Common causes of TBIs
Brain injuries occur for many different reasons. From concussions to permanent brain damage, some of the most common causes of brain injuries include:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Construction accidents
Whatever the cause of your brain injury, take your case seriously right from the start. Contact our law firm and schedule your free case evaluation right now.
Brain injury symptoms
Brain injury symptoms can vary widely, depending on the type and severity of the TBI. These symptoms can reveal themselves immediately or gradually develop over time. Recognizing and understanding the common signs of a brain injury is crucial for timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment. TBI symptoms often include:
- Headaches
- Loss of consciousness
- Loss of vision
- Seizures
- Slurred speech
- Issues with sleep
Consequences of brain injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can have serious consequences, including medical issues like seizures, strokes and blood clots. In such situations, brain surgery may be recommended. While surgery can help, it may also come with risks like infections.
TBIs can also cause other permanent health problems like paralysis and nerve damage, which can affect the ability to move and feel. Recovery often involves therapy and rehabilitation, but it can be a long and tough journey to regain mobility and strength.
And in some cases, some brain injury victims never fully recover and are unable to return to work. When this happens, the financial impact on injury victims and their family can be staggering. Along with the loss in income, TBI victims might need specialized medical treatment or in-home medical care for the rest of their lives.
How we can help
You might think there’s nothing you can legally do if you or a loved one sustained a brain injury in a serious accident. But the reality is many serious accidents occur because of someone else’s reckless or negligent behavior. A driver was texting. A trucker fell asleep at the wheel. A construction worker was careless.
Whatever the circumstances, we want to help your family get your lives back on track. We know how to research brain injury accidents. We frequently consult with experts. And we’re not afraid to take legal action against insurance companies or anyone who stands in your way for justice.
It’s also important to remember that the money you obtain for your brain injury case will likely need to cover all your accident-related expenses for the rest of your life. That’s why it’s critical that you schedule an appointment with us to explore all your legal options as soon as possible. Consult with us today.
