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If one sustains a sudden, extremely forceful impact to the head that results in brain damage, then that person has just become a victim of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Since the brain controls the central nervous system, any harm done to this critical organ can result in permanent loss of motor functions, permanent damage to thought processing capabilities, or even death. If you or someone you know sustains a severe impact to the head, medical help must be sought immediately.
If you have suffered from a traumatic brain injury due to the negligent or malicious behavior of another individual, the St. Petersburg traumatic brain injury attorneys of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. can help you claim the compensation you deserve. Please call our law offices today at 1-800-931-8106 to schedule an appointment.
Traumatic brain injury victims will experience symptoms that are quite indicative of their dangerous condition. Less severe head injuries cause pain and will typically bleed a lot, but traumatic brain injuries have much more serious neurological consequences. Common symptoms include the following:
- Headache (will persist and worsen over time in a moderate or severe injury)
- Confusion
- Dizziness
- Inability to concentrate
- Changes in personality or mood
- Loss of motor skills
- Loss in communication abilities
- Seizures
If you suffer a blow to the head and begin to experience any of the above symptoms, then you have most likely sustained a TBI. You should get medical help as soon as possible.
There are three main types of traumatic brain injury:
If you suffer from an injury that results in any one of the above conditions, then you should seek medical attention immediately to stabilize the condition and receive further instruction on how best to treat it.
Unfortunately, this medical treatment can become incredibly expensive, and it is unfair for an innocent accident victim to have to pay for these expenses out of his or her own pocket. The St. Petersburg traumatic brain injury attorneys of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. can help you get the compensation you deserve from those responsible for your injuries.
Traumatic brain injuries have the potential to cause permanent health issues in the affected individual. If you have suffered a TBI due to someone else’s negligent or malicious actions, you deserve to claim damages and earn compensation for your hardships. Please contact the St. Petersburg traumatic brain injury attorneys of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. today at 1-800-931-8106 to find out more about how we can help you.