Few injuries are as dangerously unpredictable as traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and they are exceptionally common in traffic accidents of all kinds, as well as slip and fall accidents, especially from heights. A TBI can alter the course of your life. When you or someone you love has suffered an injury due to another party’s negligence, knowing that you are not alone is essential. Our experienced injury lawyers in Marietta are in your corner.
Accidents Closely Associated with TBIs
Any accident that causes a significant jolt or impact to the head can result in a traumatic brain injury, but some categories are more closely associated than others, including:
- Traffic accidents of all kinds, such as car, truck, motorcycle, bike, pedestrian, and rideshare accidents
- Slip and fall accidents and other kinds of premises liability claims
TBIs Have a Strong Emotional Component
A head injury directly affects your brain, which houses your personality, or what makes you uniquely you. Victims of TBIs often refer to the altered sense of self they’re forced to live with, which packs a considerable psychological punch. Those who suffer even relatively mild TBIs can experience profound emotional consequences that aren’t dissimilar from the effects of PTSD, including:
- Erratic mood swings
- Sleep disturbances
- Difficulty concentrating
- Increased anxiety, which can include anxiety attacks
- Depression
- Self-isolating tendencies
- Difficulty connecting with others
- Terrifying accident flashbacks
The emotional losses associated with TBIs can be overwhelming and very difficult to put behind you.
TBIs Are Also Physically Dangerous
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that falls and traffic crashes are two of the three primary causes of moderate to severe TBIs and that the resulting consequences often include lifelong health concerns. Those who survive these severe injuries usually face a lifetime of medical needs that can affect every facet of their lives. The overall expense associated with TBIs is also exceptionally high.
Finally, it’s essential to consider the projected five-year outcomes for victims of TBIs, which highlight just how dire the situation can be and include:
- Only about 26 percent of TBI victims experience health improvements at the five-year mark.
- 30 percent of TBI victims are in worse condition at the five-year mark.
- 22 percent of TBI victims don’t make it to the five-year mark.
- Another 22 percent of TBI victims show neither improvement nor decline at the five-year mark.
Speak with a Skilled Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney Today
The experienced TBI attorneys at Essa, Janho & Associates, LLC in Marietta are committed to helping clients recover the full compensation they need to move forward. We’ll handle every aspect of your case with the determination and focus it deserves. Contact us online or call 770-955-8322 to get started.