Brain injuries vary in severity and may significantly impact one's ability to work and perform daily tasks. Victims may be entitled to compensation when these injuries result from auto accidents, truck accidents, slip and falls, drowning incidents, or other circumstances.
At Hobbs Law, we help clients throughout Alabama who have suffered brain injuries due to another's wrongful conduct. Feel free to call 205-683-2892 for a consultation today.
Causes of Brain Injuries
Brain injuries often result from:
- Auto Accidents: Trauma to the head from collisions.
- Eighteen-Wheeler Accidents: Severe impacts from large trucks.
- Slip and Falls: Falling accidents leading to head injuries.
- Drowning: Oxygen deprivation leads to brain damage.
Of course, brain injuries may occur under circumstances not listed above that may give rise to a viable personal injury claim against a negligent or liable party.
Common Types of Brain Injuries
The brain might be injured in any number of ways, including:
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Ranging from concussions to severe damage.
- Concussions: Mild TBIs from sudden head impact.
- Anoxic Brain Injury: Results from lack of oxygen, like in drowning.
- Hypoxic Brain Injury: Occurs when the brain is deprived of oxygen.
- Penetrating Brain Injury: Caused when an object penetrates the skull.
- Diffuse Axonal Injury (DAI): Caused by rapid head movement.
Physical force and oxygen deprivation may seriously harm the brain.
Consequences and Compensation
Brain injuries can cause long-term effects such as memory problems, dizziness, and mood changes. Brain injury victims may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages through personal injury lawsuits.
Brain Injury and Death
In severe cases, brain injuries can lead to death, either immediately or over time. Somebody may file a wrongful death claim if a loved one dies due to a brain injury caused by another's wrongful conduct or negligence and seek punitive damages.
Get Legal Help
If you've suffered a brain injury in an accident, it's important to seek legal help to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. Contact Hobbs Law at 205-683-2892 to see if Attorney Dillon Hobbs can help with your claim.