Brain injuries can occur from different types of accidents and in different levels of severity. Some individuals involved in accidents have suffered from minor brain injuries, like a concussion or contusion, but some have more problematic cases, such as Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), coma lapses or brain damage. Most lawsuits involving brain injuries deal with TBI, which usually occurs from neglect or preventable accidents. With this condition, your brain has had contact with a blunt force against the skull. This then causes an altered state of consciousness, which can cause long-term disabilities or even death. There have been 50,000 reports of death due to TBI in the U.S. annually. Those with long-term disabilities make up 80,000 out of the total 1.5 million TBI cases reported each year.

Some effects from TBI can resort to the individual lapsing into a coma or even dying. Most cases involving TBI has to do with falls, auto accidents and assaults. Those that have suffered from such brain injuries are unable to work for a long time or ever again. In these cases, it is important that compensation is sought to help pay for living and medical expenses. Our Los Angeles attorneys can help you if you find yourself in such a situation. It is also important that you know and understand the different types of brain injuries, so that you know the severity of your case.

With a contusion, your brain has been bruised and can possibly be bleeding, which is also known as a hemorrhage. If the contusion is large, surgery may be required. Concussion can occur from a blow to the head, gunshot wound or violent shaking of the head. Whiplashes from car crashes can also cause a concussion, especially when much of the driving is on freeways, like in Los Angeles. Concussions are very common cases; they are also known for causing short blackout periods. After effects may occur from TBI, such as memory loss (short-term or long-term amnesia), mobile disabilities, pain, speaking problems, disorientation, and concentration issues.

The type of legal claim to file depends on the how the brain injury occurred. If it was caused by the negligence of another, such as in a car accident, working accident, criminal altercation or while under someone’s supervision, you could file a lawsuit against the individual or company. Worker’s compensation and personal injury or disability claims can be filed to help get you the compensation you need. If you aren’t sure what to do next, you can consult with a brain injury attorney at our law office to find out which suit fits your situation.

It is never wise to sign paperwork without the presence of a lawyer, especially if you aren’t sure about the contents of the documents. Insurance companies and the defendant’s attorney may try to get you to sign papers and likely they are trying to close the case without them having to pay you a dime. Be smart in these situations. Our personal injury attorneys are always available to help you win your case, so call us immediately.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Law Offices of Alon Darvish. We are here to help you get what you deserve. Please do not delay. You may reach us at (800) 411-8141 for a free consultation or set up an appointment to visit our law firm located in Beverly Hills, California.