Brain injuries are unlike any other injury because they can change one's life forever. Brain injuries can occur on a microscopic level, they usually are not detected by CT scans, EEGs, and X-Rays. Brain injuries have vital consequences because even victims that do not undergo a loss of consciousness or only temporarily lose consciousness can suffer permanent cognitive impairment.
At Mansell and Mansell our attorneys are very well experienced when it comes to handling Los Angeles brain injury claims. Appropriate screening for brain injuries is crucial in presenting the results of an injury and or brain injury disabilities. We are loyal in protecting the rights of brain injury victims, and will passionately work to guarantee our clients are not deprived of appropriate compensation for their injuries. Our firm has been enormously successful in recovering the maximum compensation for the injuries of our clients.
The Causes of Brain Injuries
There are numerous causes of traumatic brain injuries:
- Car accidents
- Gunshot wounds
- Blow to the head
- Whiplash injuries
- Flexion-extension injuries
- Bicycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Medical error / medical negligence
- Construction accidents
- Industrial accidents
- Slip and fall accidents
Brain Injuries
According to The United States Center for Disease Control (CDC) 1.5 million people experience brain injuries each year. Of these cases, approx 80,000 people are enduringly disabled and about 50,000 people die. It is anticipated that about 5 million people in the states currently have a brain injury related disability. Our firm has legally represented victims with these types of brain injuries:
- Concussion
- Diffuse axonal injury
- Skull fracture or penetration injury
- Coup or countercoup injury
- Shaken baby syndrome
- Anoxic brain injury
- Hypoxic brain injury
Signs of Brain Injuries
It is known, that closed head injuries are only physically noticeable in an autopsy. Though, a neuropsychologist can appraise an injury victim and verify the actuality of a TBI. Warning signs of brain injuries comprise:
- Personality changes
- Distractibility
- Attention deficits
- Frequent fatigue
- Communication issues
- Memory problems
- Loss of sensation
- Loss of muscle coordination
It is highly likely for a patient not to remember the accident, so interviews of family and friends can bear witness to personality modifications present after the accident and other cognitive underperformances. Subsequently, relatives and friends can supply corroborative proof in court.
Compensation for Brain Injuries
Victims of brain injuries deserve to be fairly compensated for their loss. Our attorneys will determine who wrongfully caused your injury and help you recover compensation for:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Rehabilitation therapy
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent disability
Los Angeles Brain Injury Case Evaluation
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you or a loved one has experienced an open or closed head injury or even a traumatic brain injury. Here at Mansell and Mansell, we do not hold our clients countable of paying fees until we get them the maximum compensation for their injuries. You can schedule an appointment to discuss your claim with one of our attorneys, completely free, and with no obligations. Our attorneys are available and willing to meet with you wherever it is most convenient for you. If we take your case know that all our services are reliant on a successful monetary recovery. We are here to help you, 24/7. For more information, visit our brain injury legal help center. |
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