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Slip and Fall brain injury lawyerBrain Injuries from Slip and Fall Accidents More than one-fourth of all brain injuries are due to fall accidents. Because even mild brain injuries can worsen quickly, minor slip and fall accidents involving a head injury have the potential to cause serious and irreversible brain injury or even death. A blow to the head on a sidewalk, railing, step or any other hard object can cause a brain injury in several different ways, including:
Symptoms of Brain Injuries From Slip and Fall Accidents Every brain injury is unique, as are the symptoms. Some victims of brain injury will display symptoms immediately, and other victims will experience delayed onset of symptoms. Doctors recommend being evaluated for any blow to the head if you experience any loss of consciousness or other symptoms, including confusion, blurred vision, headache, bad taste in the mouth, lethargy, trouble sleeping, personality or behavioral changes, memory problems, trouble concentrating, thinking or paying attention. Slip and Fall Accidents and Brain Injury Treatment The prognosis for brain-injured victims is always better when the injury is quickly recognized, monitored and treated. The way doctors treat brain injuries depends on how the injury occurred, how severe the injury is, the patient’s health before the injury and the patient’s age. In many cases, if the injury is severe, surgery may be necessary to relieve swelling and prevent further brain damage. Generally, older individuals have longer recovery times and are more vulnerable to injury. Statistics indicate the incidence of brain injury increases steadily after age 70. Slip and fall accidents and trip and fall accidents are the leading cause of brain injury in individuals over the age of 65. The Effects of Brain Injuries From Slip and Fall Accidents All brain injuries have the potential to cause permanent disability. A once independent person may forever be dependent on others for care, due to the physical and emotional effects of a brain injury. Physical effects may include paralysis, loss of coordination, loss of the ability to see or talk, incontinence and seizures. Personal changes are common in brain injury victims and depression and anxiety are also common emotional effects. A brain injury changes the life of not just a victim, but also their entire family. Along with the devastating physical and emotional effects, the costs of medical treatment for brain injury care may be insurmountable. A personal injury claim can help injury victims obtain compensation for their care, loss of wages, and pain and suffering. Brain Injuries and Premises Liability Depending on how a brain injury occurred, certain persons or corporations may be liable for brain injuries related to the ownership and possession of property under premises liability law. The degree of liability may depend on the relationship between the landowner, tenant or other occupier and the land, and their duty to maintain it. An attorney experienced in premises liability law can help a victim obtain damages for injuries suffered on premises. Brain Injury Legal Rights and Compensation An experienced brain injury attorney can help a brain injured victim recover the compensation they need and deserve for their lifelong medical care. Due to the costs associated with brain injury care, compensation may be substantial. For more information about your rights, or to discuss your situation with an attorney at The Brain Injury Legal Help Center, call (800) 610-1892. |
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