Head and brain injuries are incredibly serious and typically result in lifelong consequences for both the victim and his or her loved ones. The victim of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) may need extensive medical treatment, cognitive rehabilitation therapy, and around-the-clock care. His or her family members may need to take time off work or change their work schedule to accommodate the victim’s needs.

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.

At Reasonover Law Firm in Nashville, our attorneys understand the extensive and far-reaching impact of a TBI. Our Tennessee brain injury lawyers can help you seek fair compensation if you or your loved one suffered a serious head injury as a result of someone else’s negligent actions.

Traumatic brain injury usually results from a violent blow or jolt to the head or body. The term can refer to either a closed head injury or an open head injury. although closed head injuries are often more serious, both types of injuries have the potential to affect the brain and cause impairment.

The most common causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) include:

Domestic Violence | Vehicular Accidents | Sports Accidents | Falls | SBS or Shaken Baby Syndrome | Military or Combat Injuries

Below are the most common types of traumatic brain injuries. The first four below are known as “closed head injuries,” which can cause the brain to swell rapidly and cause further damage as brain tissues compress.

Traumatic brain injury can have wide-ranging physical and psychological effects. Some signs or symptoms may appear immediately after the traumatic event, while others may appear days or weeks later. The severity of symptoms typically correlates with the severity of injury. If any of the following symptoms develop, regardless of how serious they may seem, seek immediate medical attention.

Confusion • Loss of Consciousness • Inability To Remember Things That Happened Recently • Changes in Sleep Patterns • Nausea, With or Without Vomiting • Dizziness and Loss of Balance • Blurred Vision • Inability To Smell • Sensitivity to Sounds/Ringing in Ears • Aversion to Light • Changes in Behavior, Mood, or Personality • Convulsions or Seizures • Dilated Pupils (One or Both) • Persistent or Worsening Headache • Slurred Speech • Inability To Walk/Loss of Coordination • Numbness of Extremities • Coma

Recovery for a brain injury can take a long time. Reasonover Law Firm is ready to help you through the process and fight for your rights and compensation.

There is no precise timetable for recovery from a brain injury. In some cases, the symptoms can dissipate over a short period of time. In other cases, brain injuries can result in extended time in a bed or wheelchair. In severe cases, victims might have to re-learn how to walk, talk, and do other common necessary tasks.

We understand that a brain injury can cause massive financial strain for the victim and his or her family. We are compassionate toward our clients with regard to the challenges of recovery, and are here to provide the representation you need.