Brain Injuries
Brain injuries occur when a blow to the head, loss of
oxygen or other physical trauma impacts the brain. The consequences of a brain
injury can vary greatly from individual to individual. Often it takes weeks,
months and sometimes years to truly assess the long-term damage. Victims of
brain injuries may not be capable of returning to work and often need assistance
to relearn even the simplest of daily tasks.
The experienced staff at Frank Jenkins Law Office has worked with many families adversely affected by serious brain injury. We can help you and your family. Call us today at 1-800-CAR-WRECK or contact us via email.
Brain injuries happen with increasing frequency; experts estimate that a traumatic brain injury occurs nearly every 15 seconds. Almost any kind of accident has the potential to cause a brain injury, but some of the leading causes include:
- Car accidents
- Falls
- Shaking of infants
- Sports injuries
- Oxygen deprivation – either from an accident or during a medical procedure
The medical issues that result from a brain injury can be complex. Mild injuries may create temporary mobility and motor skill problems, while more severe trauma can have long-term effects on key bodily functions. Some of the common complications associated with brain injuries include:
- Difficulty thinking or concentrating
- Mood swings
- Memory problems
- Persistent headache
- Limited function in the arms or legs
- Speech and language problems
- Emotional problems
Brain injuries are further complicated by the fact that symptoms can differ greatly among victims. Because two people can suffer similar brain injuries with very different effects, emergency room personnel don’t always recognize the signs of a brain injury – and victims may not receive the appropriate treatment or diagnosis. An incorrect or missed diagnosis may have very serious consequences, missing a narrow window of opportunity in which treatment options are available.
The challenging nature of brain injuries often makes it difficult to establish the cause and effective course of treatment. Recovering from a brain injury is already a struggle for victims and their families – and insurance companies do not make this process any easier. Insurers don’t want to pay out huge settlements to cover a lifetime of medical bills, and they may attempt to deny or minimize benefits.
The experienced staff at Frank Jenkins Law Office will properly investigate events surrounding your injury to determine who was responsible – and we will work hard to obtain the benefits and medical treatment you deserve. We make every attempt to secure compensation as quickly as possible – and we keep you updated every step of the way.
The Frank Jenkins Law Office will conduct a thorough assessment of your case, and review all available options to build a strategy with your best interests in mind. If you don’t know whether your situation requires a lawsuit or legal action, we can provide an initial consultation for FREE to determine if you have a case. We will meet with clients in our office, in the hospital, or at home if necessary.
Your right to justice shouldn’t be compromised because of concerns over payment. We handle most cases on a contingency basis*, which means you pay nothing up front and will only pay an attorney fee when we settle or win your case.
If you or a loved one has suffered from a brain injury, contact the Frank Jenkins Law Office today at 1-800-CAR-WRECK or contact us via email.
*COURT COSTS AND CASE EXPENSES WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CLIENT
