Injured? call us toll free at 800.321.6741

Practice Areas

Library

View All

What are the signs and symptoms of a brain injury?

The following are many common signs of a traumatic brain injury:

Dizziness

Headaches

Light sensitivity

Nausea and vomiting

Fatigue

Confusion

Loss of sense of hearing, taste or smell.

Short term memory loss

Difficulty concentrating

Difficulty performing simple tasks

Irritability

Loss of appetite disturbances

If you or a loved one has been injured an accident, you should be on alert for any of the above symptoms of a head or brain injury. Often, brain injuries are overlooked or not diagnosed immediately after an accident as both the victim and the medical providers are more focused on the physical injuries. Brain injury victims are sometimes called "walking wounded" because they may seem normal to the casual observer. However, to family members and the victim, difference in function and mood can be readily apparent.

If you suspect that you or a loved one may have a head or brain injury as a result of an accident, call the attorney at Tronfeld West & Durrett for a free case evaluation. Our attorneys have vast experience in handling brain injury cases and will ensure that you have the resources to deal with your injury.

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE KNOCKED OUT TO SUFFER A HEAD OR BRAIN INJURY

Many times a head or brain injury is not diagnosed or noticed until days or weeks after the accident. This is because often the initial treatment is focused primarily on the physical injuries and pain. However, as the physical injuries heal, the victim may begin to notice difficulties with memory, concentration, attention, fatigue, etc.

The overwhelming medical evidence has established that a brain injury can occur even when the person was not knocked unconscious. If you have been in an accident, it is important to be alert for any changes in your behavior or problems with your memory, concentration, attention, fatigue, etc.

The Brain Injury Association of America defines a traumatic brain injury as a blow or jolt to the head that disrupts the function of the brain. Traumatic brain injuries are classified as mild, moderate or severe. Even a mild traumatic brain injury can result in short or long-term problems with cognitive abilities and function.

The leading causes of TBI are:

Falls (28%);

Motor vehicle-traffic crashes (20%);

Struck by/against (19%); and

Assaults (11%).

FAQs

View All