Our Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyers Are On Your Side When You Need Us
A hard blow to the head or the body can injure the brain by sending it crashing into the skull. This can result in a traumatic brain injury (TBI). A TBI can range from minor to severe and can have an enormous impact on your life.
At Greene LLP in Boston, we work with many TBI sufferers and their families, so we understand that living with a TBI is challenging. We also know that your medical expenses are considerable and that you may be unable to work. That is why we fight hard to recover the compensation you need for all of your financial and personal losses. Speak with us today in a free consultation.
A Traumatic Brain Injury Can Be Mild, Moderate Or Severe
With concussions, or mild TBIs, you may have no loss of consciousness or a very brief loss. Concussion symptoms are typically manageable and range from headaches and dizziness to tinnitus and vision problems. They can last for a few months, and although they are mild, they may have an effect on your life. You should see a doctor for a diagnosis and treatment.
Moderate TBIs are more serious. There is a longer loss of consciousness (up to a day). The symptoms are more pronounced than those in a mild TBI. They can include worsening headaches, convulsions, persistent vomiting and a sensation of weakness. A moderate TBI may take you months to recover from. Medical care is more extensive in these cases.
A severe TBI presents with loss of consciousness for over a day and has additional symptoms that include seizures and trouble staying awake. In very severe cases, the person may be in a vegetative state or coma. The worst cases result in wrongful death.
Our Massachusetts TBI Lawyers Answer Frequently Asked Questions
What are the common symptoms of a TBI?
Symptoms vary depending on the severity of the injury but often include:
- Dizziness and lightheadedness
- Blurred vision
- Nausea and vomiting
- Unpleasant taste in the mouth
- Sleeping too much or trouble staying awake
- Difficulty speaking
- Headaches
- Ringing in the ears
- Numbness
- Trouble walking
- Pupils that are dilated or uneven
- Mood or personality changes
- Irritability or aggression
- Confusion
- Memory problems
- Seizures
- Loss of consciousness
- Vegetative state
- Coma
Even the milder symptoms can disrupt your life. See a doctor if you have these symptoms in any combination so they can determine whether you have a traumatic brain injury.
How are TBIs diagnosed?
A traumatic brain injury can be difficult to diagnose because symptoms are not always visible immediately after the fall or accident. It’s important to see a doctor if you have sustained a blow to the body or head.
To diagnose a TBI, doctors may have you perform cognitive tests to assess your brain function. They may also use the 15-point Glasgow Coma Scale test to determine your ability to speak, follow directions and move your limbs. They will also check your eye movement.
Doctors often use neuroimaging for brain damage such as CT scans and MRIs. Seeing a neurology specialist can help with initial diagnosis and brain injury recovery.
Boston Traumatic Brain Injury Cases We Handle
We represent clients who suffer traumatic brain injuries in many types of accidents throughout Boston:
- Car crashes on congested streets like Storrow Drive and the Mass Pike
- Pedestrian accidents at busy intersections in Back Bay, the North End and downtown
- Bicycle accidents involving cars, opening doors or road hazards
- Falls on icy sidewalks, parking lots and building entrances during winter months
- Construction accidents from falls off scaffolding, ladders or being struck by falling objects
- Workplace injuries at warehouses, factories and job sites
- Public transit accidents involving the MBTA where passengers fall during sudden stops
- Assaults that cause serious head trauma
We handle cases involving both mild concussions and catastrophic brain injuries that leave victims with permanent disabilities.
How We Prove Boston Brain Injury Claims
Proving a traumatic brain injury claim requires strong medical and accident evidence. We gather your complete medical records, including emergency room reports that document your initial symptoms and treatment. Brain imaging like CT scans and MRIs shows physical damage, bleeding or swelling. Neuropsychological testing measures cognitive problems with memory, attention and decision-making.
TBIs can be hard to prove because many symptoms are invisible. You may look fine while struggling with headaches, mood changes and confusion. That is why documentation matters early.
We also collect witness statements, police reports and photos of the accident scene. Expert testimony from neurologists and life care planners helps the court understand the full extent of your injuries and how they will affect your future.
Compensation Available In A Massachusetts TBI Case
A traumatic brain injury claim can recover money for many types of losses. Medical expenses include emergency treatment, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation therapy, medication and ongoing doctor visits. Many TBI victims need occupational therapy, speech therapy and cognitive therapy that continues for months or years.
You can also recover lost income from time you missed at work and reduced earning capacity if your brain injury prevents you from coming back to your previous job or limits your ability to earn money in the future.
Severe TBIs may require home modifications like wheelchair ramps and bathroom safety equipment. Long-term care costs add up quickly when you need assistance with daily activities. Pain and suffering compensation addresses the physical discomfort, emotional distress and reduced quality of life that come with a brain injury.
The financial impact of a traumatic brain injury can last a lifetime. We make sure your claim accounts for all the care and support you will need in the years ahead.
Don’t Delay When Getting Medical And Legal Help For A TBI
The sooner you act, the better. We are ready to discuss your traumatic brain injury case and see how we can help. Just call us at 617-459-4512 or complete our online contact form. Your consultation is free.