Brain injuries are among the most severe injuries a person can sustain. When a person suffers a brain injury, it can have lifelong consequences that impact their ability to work, care for themselves, and enjoy life. At Upton & Hatfield, LLP, we know how difficult it can be to move forward after a brain injury, which is why we are here to help.
Our Concord brain injury lawyers provide compassionate and skilled legal representation to clients who have suffered all types of brain injuries. We understand the complexities in these cases and are prepared to put our extensive experience to work for you.
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a disruption in the normal function of the brain that can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury. TBIs can range from mild (concussions) to severe, and they can have short-term effects as well as long-lasting consequences.
Common types of TBIs include:
Concussion: A mild form of TBI that often results from a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. Symptoms may include headache, confusion, dizziness, and temporary loss of consciousness.
Contusion: This type of TBI involves bruising of the brain tissue, usually caused by a direct impact to the head. Contusions can lead to localized swelling and bleeding in the brain.
Penetrating Injury: Occurs when an object penetrates the skull and enters the brain tissue. These injuries can cause severe damage and require immediate medical attention.
Diffuse Axonal Injury: Involves widespread damage to the brain's nerve fibers, usually caused by rapid acceleration or deceleration forces. This type of injury can result in unconsciousness and severe impairment of brain functions.
Coup-Contrecoup Injury: This type of TBI occurs when the brain is injured at the site of impact (coup) and on the opposite side of the brain due to rebound effects (contrecoup). It can result in double the damage to the brain tissue.
Second Impact Syndrome: A rare but serious condition that can occur when a person sustains a second concussion before the symptoms of the first concussion have resolved. This can lead to rapid and severe swelling of the brain.
What Are the Symptoms of a Brain Injury?
Brain injuries can have a wide range of symptoms, depending on the severity of the injury. In some cases, the symptoms of a brain injury will appear immediately, while in other cases, they may not appear for days or even weeks.
It is important to understand that if you hit your head or are in an accident, you should be evaluated by a medical professional as soon as possible. The sooner you receive treatment for a brain injury, the better your outcome is likely to be.
Some of the most common symptoms of a brain injury include:
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Seizures
Difficulty waking up or staying awake
Weakness or numbness in the fingers and toes
Loss of coordination
Confusion
Agitation
Slurred speech
Coma
How Our Firm Can Help
When it comes to brain injuries, it is important to work with an attorney who understands the complexities involved in these types of cases. At Upton & Hatfield, LLP, our team has been representing brain injury victims for decades.
When you hire our firm, you can expect us to:
Thoroughly investigate the cause of your brain injury
Identify all liable parties
Work with a team of experts to determine the full extent of your losses
Handle all negotiations with the insurance company
Prepare your case for trial, if necessary
Our Concord brain injury attorneys are skilled litigators who are not afraid to take on major insurance companies in court. We will fight to protect your rights and help you secure the maximum compensation you deserve.
Contact us online or call our office today at (603) 634-9560 to schedule a free consultation with a member of our team.
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