Jason Stephens | April 20, 2021 | Brain Injuries
When your head collides with a hard surface, it can affect your entire body in many ways. Your brain is responsible for many of your bodily functions. Because your brain rests inside of your skull, hitting your head can trigger a variety of symptoms. Can hitting your head cause nausea? One of the potential symptoms… read more
Jason Stephens | April 5, 2021 | Brain Injuries
About 1.5 million people experience a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in the United States annually. Most TBI injuries result from car accidents and fall mishaps. Although some brain injuries are classified as “mild,” others can be life-threatening. If you or someone you love has experienced a traumatic brain injury because of someone else’s negligence, contact… read more
Jason Stephens | April 2, 2021 | Brain Injuries
Following a serious injury, victims deserve appropriate care. They deserve financial, physical, and legal protection. Each state has laws on the books to help injury victims seek compensation. Victims can pursue damages that they sustained due to someone else’s negligence or carelessness. If you have experienced damage to your brain stem because of another party’s… read more
Jason Stephens | March 18, 2021 | Brain Injuries
Acquired brain injuries (ABIs) encompass all brain injuries that are not genetic or congenital. ABIs include any brain injuries acquired after birth, although the term also specifically excludes birth injuries. ABIs fall into two broad categories: traumatic and non-traumatic. But since most people are already familiar with traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, many people use… read more
Jason Stephens | March 17, 2021 | Brain Injuries
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result from almost any kind of accident. The whipping motion during a car accident could give you a headache that lasts for a few days. A simple slip and fall could leave you seeing stars. Or, you might not remember how you got a bump on the head from… read more
Jason Stephens | March 16, 2021 | Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can occur due to many kinds of accidents, ranging from car accidents to a slip and fall. A brain injury can create lifelong issues. In severe cases, a traumatic brain injury can lead to permanent disability or even death. As a result, it’s important to watch for the signs of a… read more
Jason Stephens | February 22, 2021 | Brain Injuries
The short answer is yes! Even if your head has not come into contact with another object or surface, you may have a concussion. Concussions are a category of traumatic brain injury (TBI) — they actually tend to occur more often than other types of TBIs. Sometimes, concussions are not reported because the person with… read more
Jason Stephens | February 18, 2021 | Brain Injuries
Falls are a leading cause of unintentional injury and death across the nation. When you fall, the chances of sustaining an injury are high. While your internal organs will likely be protected, your head is quite vulnerable. Victims of falling accidents often suffer from traumatic brain injuries, also known as TBI. Brain injuries often occur… read more
Jason Stephens | February 4, 2021 | Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can result in long-term negative consequences for the people that experience them. There are many types of accidents that can result in traumatic brain injuries. No matter what the cause may be, traumatic brain injuries are usually accompanied by a host of symptoms. One of the most common and recurring symptoms… read more
Jason Stephens | October 10, 2020 | Brain Injuries
Brain injuries can vary from mild to traumatic. A variety of circumstances and accidents can result in brain injuries. Unfortunately, a brain injury can have lifelong consequences for a person. A brain injury can result in cognitive, emotional, and physical impairments. A person who suffers a brain injury might be unable to work or care… read more