A Law Office of Lauri J. Goldstein, P.A.
Brain Injuries - Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers
STUART, FORT PIERCE, ST. LUCIE, JUPITER, & OKEECHOBEE FLORIDA
Whether a brain injury is sustained in a motor vehicle accident or some other type of tragic accident, it is a life-altering injury. For the victim, severe head and brain trauma can mean a lifetime of expensive surgeries, rehabilitation and treatment. Coping with the emotional damage associated with a severe head injury can at times feel as debilitating as the physical pain itself. We have proven experience representing highly sensitive, serious injury cases and will provide you the best opportunity for fair compensation.
What Classifies as a Brain Injury?
When the human head experiences severe trauma from whiplash, rigorous shaking, or the striking of the skull by a blunt object, the brain contacts the skull with such force that bruising and swelling occur. This bruising and swelling blocks the blood supply to nerve controlling areas of the brain resulting in severe pain and in some cases the loss of memory and certain motor functions. When severe collisions occur blood vessels may tear causing internal bleeding around the brain. Injuries associated with severe head trauma and brain damage can include, but are not limited to:
- Automobile Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Boating Accidents
- Whiplash
- Severe Falls
- Rigorous Shaking (such as "Shaken Baby Syndrome")
- The Striking of the Head by Blunt Objects
How Do I Know If I'm Experiencing Symptoms of a Brain Injury
Some symptoms often associated with severe head trauma and brain injuries include coma, paralysis, and loss of major motor functions such as control of the arms and legs. There are, however, symptoms less commonly associated with brain injuries that should be noted. These symptoms may not occur in a less severe head injury for several hours, but should be examined immediately if noticed. Some of these symptoms include, but are not limited to:
- Chronic headaches and pain
- Impaired vision
- Dizziness
- Loss of cognition
- Disorientation
- Memory and concentration loss
If you, or a loved one, experiences any of these symptoms shortly after an automobile accident, fall, rigorous shaking or blow to the head, you should be examined by a medical professional. A Law Office of Lauri J. Goldstein, P.A. is equipped to fight for your rights and compensation if you have suffered a severe head or brain injury as the result of another's negligence.
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