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Monday, October 27, 2008

Traumatic Brain Injury

The term “traumatic brain injury” (TBI) applies to any brain injury caused by a blow to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts brain function, ranging from mild to severe. In other words, you might not realize your brain has been injured, or the injury may be severe enough to cause unconsciousness, amnesia, permanent disability or even death. In some cases, TBI is caused by medical malpractice, such as the failure or negligence of medical personnel to properly treat or diagnose an injury.

Approximately 1.4 million Americans suffer TBIs each year. Of these:
  • 50,000 die
  • 235,000 are hospitalized
  • Over 1 million are treated and released

Children up to14 years old are not immune to TBI. Childhood TBI results yearly in:
  • 2,865 deaths
  • 37,000 hospitalizations
  • 435,000 ER visits

As many as 50% of all TBI patients will require some type of surgery to repair the portion of the brain damaged from the accident or injury, as well as rehabilitation. Some of the effects of TBI include:
  • Memory loss
  • Concentration difficulties
  • Cognitive disorders
  • Behavioral problems
  • Depression
  • Personality changes
  • Inability to perform daily tasks without assistance

The field of brain injury litigation is complex and requires access to experts who can assist in the many unique medical and legal issues involved. Individuals suffering from traumatic brain injury who wish to sue a negligent party require the kind of specialized legal representation available through the offices of personal injury attorney Craig Goldenfarb, P.A., serving Palm Beach County, Fl. Protect your rights and contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

posted by Patti at 10:43 AM

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