Traumatic brain injury (TBI), also known as “the silent epidemic,” is a serious public health concern affecting millions of Americans yearly. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports approximately 2.87 million TBI-related emergency visits and hospitalization, with almost 57,000 resulting in deaths. The survivors may suffer from memory problems, cognitive function impairment, and motor skills issues, requiring years of expensive care and rehabilitation.
If you or your loved one has suffered a brain injury due to someone else’s careless conduct or negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and pain. You need a skilled and empathetic Los Angeles traumatic brain injury lawyer to protect your interests. At Kash Legal, we have the resources and years of experience handling and successfully resolving TBI cases in and out of the courtroom. Contact us today for a free case evaluation and find out how we can help with your Los Angeles TBI claim.
What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury?
Traumatic brain injury is damage caused when physical trauma disrupts normal brain function. It is one of the most damaging personal injuries with various repercussions. TBI can cause extensive physical, psychological, and financial strain to victims and their families. Even people with mild symptoms can worsen over time.
While certain brain injuries, such as brain bleeds and fractured skulls, are easy to identify, some termed “moderate” or “mild” injuries are more challenging to locate due to their subtle signs. Knowing signs of traumatic brain injury allows quick diagnosis and treatment, minimizing long-term damage. CDC recognizes a number of issues that may indicate traumatic brain injury. The symptoms include:
A brain injury can be a scary experience with an expensive and long road to recovery. If you are diagnosed with traumatic brain injury due to someone else’s negligence, contact a Los Angeles traumatic brain injury lawyer as soon as possible. Our TBI lawyers will use the medical evaluation results to determine the compensation you are owed and get the best care possible.
Types of Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries vary in severity, including mild, moderate, and severe. While every brain-related damage is different, they are categorized into two main types: closed head injury and open head injury. These injuries may involve swelling of the brain tissue or an intrusion of the skull.
Open head injury refers to when the skull is cracked or penetrated, driving foreign objects or skull fragments into the brain. The results of open head injury are usually scary due to the high risk involved in removing objects from the brain. Penetrating brain injuries can result from wild animal attacks, gunshots, falling and hitting your head on hard things, or being struck by a sharp object. A closed head injury is a brain injury where the skull remains intact. Although no physical damage is visible outside, your brain may be injured. The common causes of closed head injuries include blunt force, whiplash from rear-end car accidents, and falls. Examples of closed head injuries are hematoma, contusion, coup contrecoup, diffuse axonal injury, and concussions.
Symptoms of a Traumatic Brain Injury
What Are the Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries?
A traumatic brain injury is a common cause of death and permanent disability in the US. While anyone can experience brain-related injuries, those most vulnerable to TBIs include infants, adolescents, and the elderly.
TBIs occur when the brain suffers trauma from an external force. This may result in twisting, bruising, tearing, or bleeding of brain tissue, affecting how it works. While brain injuries don’t always cause any visible symptoms at the time of the accident, they may appear later as the tissues bleed and swell. CDC identifies the following as some of the common causes of traumatic brain injuries:
- Slip-and-fall accidents account for almost half of TBI-related emergency visits
- Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of TBI among people between 15-44 years of age
- Intentional assaults and battery contribute to 10% of brain-related injuries
- Medical malpractice—This occurs when a healthcare provider or hospital deviates from providing the expected standard of care to its patient, resulting in brain injury
- Whiplash occurs due to abrupt deceleration or acceleration motion without causing direct external head trauma
- Work/construction site accidents
- Sports and recreational accidents
- Gunshot wounds
Your traumatic brain injury lawyers at Kash Legal will determine the responsible party and how they breached their duty of care, causing your injuries and damages. We will not rest until we get you the maximum financial support you need for long-term rehabilitation, care, and pain and suffering.
When you hire us, we will:
- Identify the liable party
- File traumatic brain injury claim
- Assess the extent of your injuries with the help of medical experts
- Calculate your brain injury damages to determine fair compensation.
- Negotiate a fair settlement with the at-fault party and their insurance provider
- Give you legal advice and represent you in court
- Keep you updated on the case progress and new findings
We have seen firsthand and understand how life-altering TBI can affect victims and their families. We are ready to fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
Why You Need a Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney
After receiving medical care, you should make it a priority to hire a traumatic brain injury attorney. Our personal injury lawyers at Kash Legal will help you deal with liable parties and insurance companies to secure compensation for your current and future expenses, including:
Traumatic brain injuries tend to be very complex. You want a legal team ready to go above and beyond to protect your interests and acquire the compensation you deserve. Our award-winning brain injury attorneys have helped Los Angeles brain injury victims with massive settlements and verdicts, capturing millions of dollars. We understand the complexities of your situation and are best qualified to navigate your brain injury case.
Jonathan M. Kashani is the founder of Kash Legal Group, specializing in personal injury law with a commitment to providing personalized client services and high-quality legal representation. He holds a Juris Doctorate with honors from the University of West Los Angeles School of Law and is admitted to practice in all state courts of California and the United States District Court for the Central District of California.
Reach Out to a Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer in Los Angeles
Traumatic brain injury can be a tragic event, resulting in costly medical bills in addition to pain and suffering. You should retain Los Angeles traumatic brain injury lawyers at Kash Legal to help you obtain compensation for the damages.
Don’t let insurance providers and negligent parties bully you into accepting less than you deserve. Schedule a free non-obligation consultation by calling us at (555) 527-4128 or fill out our contact form, and we will get back to you.
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