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Traumatic brain injuries can be fatal

On Behalf of | May 20, 2021 | Brain Injuries

Any type of blow to the head can have serious repercussions. Approximately 140 people in America die each day from injuries that include traumatic brain injuries. Those who survive do not get off easy though, as the symptoms associated with brain injuries are exceptionally difficult to live with. Some of the most common causes of TBIs in Delaware are not rare either.

What causes brain injuries?

Brain injuries are generally the result of some kind of impact — such as a blow or jolt — to the head that then impedes normal brain function. A brain injury can also be caused by something penetrating the skull. TBIs frequently show up in the following:

  • Sports injuries
  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Motor vehicle accidents
  • Medical malpractice
  • Accidents at work

What are some brain injury symptoms?

Every TBI victim is different and may display a different combination of symptoms. However, there are several common symptoms that tend to show up shortly after suffering an injury. Many victims lose consciousness, experience serious confusion and suffer from severe headaches. Other symptoms TBI victims are likely to experience include:

  • Excessive drowsiness
  • Weakness in the limbs
  • Dizziness
  • Numbness
  • Loss of vision
  • Slurred speech
  • Nausea or vomiting

Traumatic brain injuries are life altering and life threatening. Victims in Delaware who have suffered such injuries understand just how difficult recovery can be, especially when extended medical treatment is complicated by lost wages and medical bills. This is why so many victims choose to pursue compensation through the careful actions of a personal injury lawsuit.

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