Although brain injuries are typically categorized as ranging from mild to severe, even the most mild brain injuries – such as concussions – can have serious, long lasting and sometimes permanent consequences if not detected and treated.

How Do I Know If I’ve Suffered A Brain Injury?

Symptoms of brain injuries are not always easily recognizable and can be vague – such as headaches, confusion, forgetfulness, mood swings and dizziness. If you’ve sustained a jolt or blow to your head and think it’s possible you’ve suffered a brain injury, seek medical attention immediately. However, even a prompt doctor’s visit may not reveal the extent of an injury as the effects may show up over time. As a result it’s crucial to pay attention to any changes in your memory, personality and mood, as well as mental functioning issues such as reasoning and problem-solving.

Individuals who have sustained brain injuries may incur physical and mental pain and suffering, substantial medical bills, and economic loss due to time off from work or lost wages. Families of brain injury victims may also sustain substantial emotional and economic losses when a loved one suffers a permanent debilitating brain injury or wrongful death.

No one likes to admit when they’re struggling, so often those suffering brain injuries fail to inform loved ones or doctors, or even admit to themselves that something is wrong. However, the longer you wait to obtain treatment, the more severe and long lasting the results of an injury may be. With proper diagnosis and treatment, brain injuries can be treated and many of the effects eliminated or reduced.

How Do Brain Injuries Occur?

Brain injuries occur as the result of blunt or sudden trauma to the head. Car accidents are the leading cause of brain injuries. Motorcycle accidents and bicycles accidents may also result in brain injuries. With some small changes in our habits, such as buckling up while riding in a car and using a helmet while cycling, we can substantially reduce our susceptibility to brain injury.

If you or someone you love has sustained a brain injury as the result of an accident, it’s crucial to contact an attorney familiar with brain and head injuries and who understands the devastating impact such an injury can have if left undiagnosed. It’s critical to choose someone who is knowledgeable and aggressive, but also willing to take the time to understand the needs of each client and the circumstances surrounding each matter. For more than 30 years, Sette Law Office has been providing quality representation to individuals and families throughout California who have suffered brain injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured, please call Sette Law Office. We are dedicated to getting you the compensation you deserve.