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Brain injuries can be life-altering. Whether it’s a concussion from a fall or a traumatic brain injury (TBI) from a serious collision, the impact on your health, finances, and future can be devastating. The symptoms may be invisible, but the consequences are real — and often long-lasting.

At The Injury Claim Law Firm, we stand with individuals and families affected by brain injuries. We fight to hold negligent parties accountable and pursue full compensation for medical care, loss of income, and emotional trauma. If you or someone you love has suffered a head injury, our experienced legal team is here to help.

What Is a Brain Injury?

A brain injury, also known as a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or acquired brain injury, occurs when the brain is damaged by an external force — such as a blow to the head, a jolt, or penetration from a foreign object. These injuries disrupt normal brain function and range from mild to severe.

Types of Brain Injuries

• Concussion (Mild TBI): The most common type, often caused by a blow or jolt. Symptoms may be subtle but serious.
• Contusion: A bruise or bleeding on the brain from direct impact.
• Diffuse Axonal Injury: Widespread damage from rapid movement or shaking of the brain.
• Penetrating Injury: When an object pierces the skull and enters brain tissue.
• Hemorrhage or Hematoma: Uncontrolled bleeding inside or around the brain.

Even a so-called “mild” brain injury can result in long-term complications, making early diagnosis and treatment critical. Recovery can take weeks, months, or years — and in severe cases, may require a lifetime of support.

Common Causes of Brain Injuries

Brain injuries can happen anywhere — on the road, at work, at home, or during sports or recreational activities. The most common causes include:

• Motor vehicle accidents: Head trauma from crashes, especially when there’s airbag deployment, ejection, or sudden deceleration.
• Falls: Slipping on ice, falling down stairs, or tripping on uneven surfaces are leading causes, especially for the elderly.
• Workplace accidents: Injuries from falling objects, scaffolding falls, or machinery-related incidents.
• Assaults or physical violence: Head trauma from intentional harm or blunt force.
• Sports injuries: Especially in contact sports like football, hockey, soccer, or boxing.
• Bicycle and pedestrian accidents: Often severe due to lack of protection.

In many cases, victims do not realize the severity of the injury until days or even weeks later — which is why legal and medical guidance are so important.

Symptoms and Long-Term Impact

The symptoms of a brain injury can affect every aspect of your life. They may not show up immediately and can worsen over time.

Physical Symptoms

• Persistent headaches or migraines
• Dizziness and balance issues
• Nausea or vomiting
• Vision problems or sensitivity to light
• Fatigue and disrupted sleep cycles

Cognitive Symptoms

• Difficulty concentrating
• Memory loss or confusion
• Slowed thinking or decision-making
• Trouble speaking or understanding language

Emotional and Behavioral Symptoms

• Mood swings and irritability
• Depression or anxiety
• Personality changes
• Social withdrawal or lack of empathy

Long-Term Impacts

• Inability to return to work or school
• Loss of independence
• Strained relationships and family hardship
• Ongoing medical care, therapy, or personal support needs

Even “invisible” injuries can be profoundly disabling. Proper documentation and legal representation ensure your pain isn’t dismissed or overlooked.

Brain Injury Severity Classifications

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are categorized based on their severity, which significantly impacts both medical treatment and the legal compensation you may be entitled to. The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) is a widely used diagnostic tool — a neurological scale that assesses a person’s level of consciousness following a brain injury. It scores three key functions: eye-opening, verbal response, and motor response, on a scale of 3 to 15.

Glasgow Coma Scale Scoring

• Mild TBI: GCS score of 13–15
• Moderate TBI: GCS score of 9–12
• Severe TBI: GCS score of 3–8

These classifications not only guide emergency medical care, but are also used to determine long-term prognosis, rehabilitation needs, and appropriate legal compensation.

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI / Concussion)

• GCS Score: 13–15
• Symptoms: Disorientation, confusion, headache, memory loss, dizziness, nausea, light sensitivity, emotional changes
• Loss of Consciousness: May or may not occur; if so, usually less than 30 minutes
• Imaging: Often normal on CT or MRI
• Recovery: Symptoms typically resolve within weeks, but post-concussion syndrome can last for months or longer

Mild TBIs are the most common — but often the most misunderstood. Even though symptoms may appear subtle, they can significantly impact a person’s ability to work, concentrate, or interact socially. Legally, these cases often require strong documentation and expert testimony to support a claim.

Moderate Traumatic Brain Injury

• GCS Score: 9–12
• Symptoms: Longer confusion or memory loss, motor skill difficulties, impaired speech or vision, more obvious cognitive deficits
• Loss of Consciousness: Between 30 minutes and 6 hours
• Imaging: May reveal bleeding, contusions, or swelling in the brain
• Recovery: Often requires hospitalization and months of rehab. Long-term impairments possible.

Moderate TBIs typically involve more visible brain damage and a higher risk of complications like seizures or cognitive decline. These injuries often result in reduced earning potential, ongoing medical costs, and significant pain and suffering, which must all be considered in a legal claim.

Severe Traumatic Brain Injury

• GCS Score: 3–8
• Symptoms: Prolonged unconsciousness, coma, paralysis, severe cognitive impairment, emotional dysregulation
• Loss of Consciousness: More than 6 hours, often days or longer
• Imaging: Almost always abnormal, often showing widespread damage, bleeding, or swelling
• Recovery: Long-term or permanent disability. May require 24/7 care, mobility aids, or long-term institutionalization.

Severe TBIs are catastrophic injuries that often alter a person’s life — and the lives of their loved ones — forever. These cases require life care planning, economic impact assessments, and careful calculation of future costs, such as in-home nursing, vocational retraining (if any), or loss of companionship.

Why These Classifications Matter in a Legal Claim

Understanding TBI severity is not just a medical issue — it’s a legal one. Injury classification can:

• Influence the valuation of your claim
• Determine eligibility for disability benefits
• Affect the duration of recovery or treatment compensation
• Justify non-economic damages such as pain and suffering

Insurance companies often attempt to downgrade the severity of brain injuries to minimize payouts. That’s why it’s critical to work with an experienced brain injury lawyer who can leverage medical experts and document the true impact of your injury accurately.

Why You Need a Brain Injury Lawyer

Brain injury claims are complex — both medically and legally. Victims may be overwhelmed, confused, or unable to manage paperwork, deadlines, or communication with insurance companies.

Here’s why legal support is critical:

• Insurers often downplay symptoms. Because many brain injury symptoms are cognitive or emotional, they’re dismissed as psychological or exaggerated.
• Proof is difficult. Unlike broken bones, TBIs don’t always show up on MRIs or CT scans.
• You may be unable to advocate for yourself. Cognitive impairment or emotional distress can make it hard to represent your own interests.
• Lifelong costs are high. You deserve compensation not only for immediate bills, but for future therapy, caregiving, and income loss.

A lawyer can ensure your case is supported with expert witnesses, neuropsychological testing, and a detailed legal strategy that covers your long-term needs.

Our Legal Process

We simplify the process so you can focus on healing while we focus on results.

Step 1: Free Consultation

Speak with an experienced lawyer to review your case, understand your rights, and explore your options.

Step 2: Medical & Legal Evaluation

We work with brain injury specialists to evaluate your condition, document your symptoms, and assess the scope of care required.

Step 3: Gathering Evidence

We collect:

• Medical records and expert assessments
• Accident reports and witness statements
• Employment records and functional assessments
• Pain journals and caregiver testimony

Step 4: Negotiation or Trial

We build a strong claim and fight for a fair settlement — or take your case to court if necessary.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To

Brain injuries often result in lifelong expenses. Our goal is to recover full and fair compensation for:

• Emergency care and hospitalization
• Rehabilitation, physical therapy, or occupational therapy
• Neurological testing and cognitive therapy
• Prescription medications and mobility devices
• Lost income or earning capacity
• Home modifications and in-home care
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of consortium (spouse/family impact)

Each case is unique — we tailor our legal strategy to reflect your specific situation and future needs.

Don’t Let a Brain Injury Define Your Future

If you or a loved one is living with the effects of a brain injury, you deserve support, answers, and justice. We’ll fight to recover the compensation you need to rebuild your life — medically, emotionally, and financially.

Our firm has helped many brain injury victims get the care and financial security they need — and we’re ready to help you.