A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can affect memory, mood and even mobility. Many people who suffer this type of injury find their lives are forever changed. While resources, care and advocacy is available for patients, trying to navigate the maze of information, assistance and insurance options is often confusing and difficult. At Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz, and Bhaya, our hardworking personal injury representatives have worked with many TBI survivors and helped them navigate the often challenging path to recovery. Call a Delaware traumatic brain injury lawyer at our firm today to find out how we can help you.

How a Brain Injury Can Happen

Brain injuries can occur a number of ways, including through strokes and other medical conditions. In some cases, brain injury occurs at birth — for instance, if a baby’s supply of oxygen to the brain is compromised for some reason. Often, however, a brain injury occurs because of trauma to the brain. A TBI can occur because of:

There are essentially two types of TBIs: penetrating injuries and non-penetrating injuries. Penetrating injuries happen when something gets past the hard skull and enters the brain. In a car accident, for example, a sharp piece of metal may hit a passenger so hard that it pushes through the skull and into the soft tissue inside the brain.

A more common type of TBI is a closed-head injury, which occurs when the head is shaken vigorously or when someone hits their head very hard. When this happens, the soft brain can bounce around inside the skull, impacting the inside of the skull hard enough to cause bleeding, bruising and other significant damage. A Delaware attorney well-versed in traumatic brain injuries could help assist you in your case.

A Serious Injury

A Delaware attorney understands that a TBI can be a devastating injury. Patients who experience this type of injury may experience:

  • Mood swings
  • Personality changes
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Coma and death
  • Memory loss
  • Amnesia
  • Vision problems or even loss of vision
  • Disorientation
  • Cognitive difficulties
  • Mobility problems

Contact a Brain Injury Attorney in Delaware Today

If you have suffered a TBI, it’s important to get immediate medical attention and contact a Delaware brain injury lawyer. An attorney can help you with the insurance process, which tends to be complicated and challenging in the case of a serious injury like a TBI. An attorney can also help you decide whether you have a legal claim and can help you pursue that claim if that’s what you decide to do. Call today for a consultation.