Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer
Vero Beach, FL
OVERVIEW
People often wonder if their injuries are severe enough to even justify hiring an attorney. If you’ve suffered from a brain injury, we can assure you that it’s worth receiving a consultation from our Vero Beach brain injury attorneys. With all the complexities that can be involved in such a serious injury, it’s very important to have any type of injury claim reviewed by a team of expert Vero Beach personal injury attorneys.
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If you or a loved one have sustained a traumatic injury as a result of someone else’s negligence—whether it was the result of a car accident, motorcycle collision, medical malpractice, premises liability, products liability, or any other incident—you need a lawyer who will vigilantly manage all aspects of your case. Victims who have suffered brain injuries may have trouble focusing or experience lapses in memory—both of which can cause emotional and mental distress in an already painful situation. Trusted attorneys are critical in brain injury cases because they advocate on behalf of their clients’ best interests, educating and guiding them through a process that’s often unpredictable and complicated.
At Gould Cooksey Fennell, we’re proud to say that we’re a Vero Beach brain injury law firm that offers years of experience in this field. Our team brings passionate representation from attorneys who will work tirelessly for you. We’re known for the personal attention we provide our clients and their families, and the people of Indian River County know we have a reputation for delivering results.
Types of Brain Injury Cases We Handle
The attorneys at Gould Cooksey Fennell bring a lot of experience in many types of personal injury lawsuits. In addition to general wrongful death cases, we also handle personal injury cases in which traumatic brain injuries resulted from the situation. This means we often represent clients who have been harmed in:
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Our firm is here to take that burden off of our clients and handle their claim completely. We will help you get the compensation you deserve.
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Plaintiff was knocked over by unleashed dogs, resulting in a fall and ultimate brain injury.
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What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
The Mayo Clinic defines a traumatic brain injury as a situation which “usually results from a violent blow or jolt to the head or body. An object that penetrates brain tissue, such as a bullet or shattered piece of skull, can also cause traumatic brain injury. Mild traumatic brain injury may affect your brain cells temporarily. More-serious traumatic brain injury can result in bruising, torn tissues, bleeding and other physical damage to the brain. These injuries can result in long-term complications or death.”
If you’ve received a blow to the head, it’s important to always seek the guidance of a medical professional who can evaluate your symptoms and determine the severity of your injury. This, however, can be a costly endeavor, which is why you’ll want the assistance of a skilled team of personal injury attorneys fighting for your rights and any compensation that might be owed to you. In fact, according to FloridaHealth.gov, the median admission charge for non-fatal traumatic brain injury hospitalization charges easily exceeds $40,000.
People with TBI can experience a wide range of symptoms, from mild to severe. Symptoms can also affect a person’s physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities. The following are some symptoms a person might experience if they have a traumatic brain injury:
Mild traumatic brain injury
The signs and symptoms of mild traumatic brain injury may include:
Physical symptoms
- Loss of consciousness for a few seconds to a few minutes
- No loss of consciousness, but a state of being dazed, confused or disoriented
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fatigue or drowsiness
- Problems with speech
- Difficulty sleeping
- Sleeping more than usual
- Dizziness or loss of balance
Sensory symptoms
- Sensory problems, such as blurred vision, ringing in the ears, a bad taste in the mouth or changes in the ability to smell
- Sensitivity to light or sound
Cognitive or mental symptoms
- Memory or concentration problems
- Mood changes or mood swings
- Feeling depressed or anxious
Moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries
Moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries can include any of the signs and symptoms of mild injury, as well as these symptoms that may appear within the first hours to days after a head injury:
Physical symptoms
- Loss of consciousness from several minutes to hours
- Persistent headache or headache that worsens
- Repeated vomiting or nausea
- Convulsions or seizures
- Dilation of one or both pupils of the eyes
- Clear fluids draining from the nose or ears
- Inability to awaken from sleep
- Weakness or numbness in fingers and toes
- Loss of coordination
Cognitive or mental symptoms
- Profound confusion
- Agitation, combativeness or other unusual behavior
- Slurred speech
- Coma and other disorders of consciousness
Types of Traumatic Brain Injuries
There are different types of TBIs, including:
- Concussions. Mild head injuries that can cause brief losses of consciousness and usually don’t lead to permanent brain injury.
- Contusions. Bruises to specific areas of the brain that are caused by an impact to the head.
- Diffuse axonal injuries (DAIs). A shearing and stretching of the nerve cells at the cellular level and happens when there is tearing and damage done to the nerve axons.
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (tSAH). Bleeding into the space that surrounds the brain.
- Hematoma. A blood clot that forms when a blood vessel ruptures.
If any of this information is new to you, you need us on your side. Our Florida medical malpractice attorneys specialize in medical malpractice, surgical malpractice, and health care negligence. Our job, as an experienced team of lawyers, is to help investigate the terrible situation you’ve endured on your behalf and determine the causes that lead to the medical error.
Leading Causes of Traumatic Brain Injury in Florida
Traumatic brain injuries can occur in a number of ways. Any blow or jolt to the head can potentially disrupt the normal functioning of the brain. Some of these injuries can be mild to severe, while others can be fatal. According to FloridaHealth.gov, the following information was discovered about TBIs in Florida as of 2012:
Non-Fatal Traumatic Brain Injuries
Falls accounted for more than half (55%) of non-fatal TBI hospitalizations. The remaining half of patients’ injuries resulted from a combination of MV traffic, being struck by or against an object, or something else.
Fatal Traumatic Brain Injuries
Firearms were the leading cause of fatal TBIs in Florida, measuring in at 42%. Falls were the second-leading cause, with 30% of patients succumbing to those types of injuries.
Is There a Time Limitation for Brain Injury Cases?
The Mayo Clinic defines a traumatic brain injury as a situation which “usually results from a violent blow or jolt to the head or body. An object that penetrates brain tissue, such as a bullet or shattered piece of skull, can also cause traumatic brain injury. Mild traumatic brain injury may affect your brain cells temporarily. More-serious traumatic brain injury can result in bruising, torn tissues, bleeding and other physical damage to the brain. These injuries can result in long-term complications or death.”
If you’ve received a blow to the head, it’s important to always seek the guidance of a medical professional who can evaluate your symptoms and determine the severity of your injury. This, however, can be a costly endeavor, which is why you’ll want the assistance of a skilled team of personal injury attorneys fighting for your rights and any compensation that might be owed to you. In fact, according to FloridaHealth.gov, the median admission charge for non-fatal traumatic brain injury hospitalization charges easily exceeds $40,000.
People with TBI can experience a wide range of symptoms, from mild to severe. Symptoms can also affect a person’s physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities. The following are some symptoms a person might experience if they have a traumatic brain injury:
Economic Damages Resulting from Traumatic Brain Injuries
Like many other serious medical issues, a traumatic brain injury can affect more than your brain itself; the economic damages that are associated with something like this can be devastating. Patients with TBI may face the following during and after their injuries:
- Short- and long-term medical care
- Physical and mental therapy
- Pain and suffering
- Daily quality of life changes
- Permanent disability
- Lost employment
Why Hiring an Experienced Brain Injury Attorney is Crucial
There’s a lifetime value cost associated with TBI. Our attorneys can help determine what that amount is and work with your insurance companies to ensure you receive the compensation and coverage that’s owed to you. We have relationships with knowledgeable health experts who can speak about your case on your behalf. We can help prove gross negligence in the event of an auto, motorcycle, or truck accident. Additionally, we can help negotiate medical bills and send payments on your behalf so you can be with your loved ones recovering.
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Gould Cooksey Fennell is proud to be the personal injury law firm that Vero Beach residents turn to when they need help. We also serve neighbors in Indian River County, Treasure Coast, Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce, and Stuart.
If you’ve been harmed as a result of someone else’s negligence and suffered a brain injury, our team of attorneys is ready to fight on your behalf. Contact us for a free consultation today.
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