Every March, Brain Injury Awareness Month shines a spotlight on the millions of Americans living with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). According to the Brain Injury Association of America, a brain injury can happen to anyone, regardless of age, occupation, or lifestyle. A serious fall, car accident, workplace incident, or sports injury can change a person’s life in an instant.
At Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin, we have represented many injury victims whose lives have been permanently affected by traumatic brain injuries. Understanding the risks and recognizing the importance of prevention can help save lives and improve outcomes.
Traumatic brain injuries are among the leading causes of disability and death in the United States. Millions of people visit emergency departments each year because of TBIs, and many experience lasting physical, emotional, or cognitive challenges.
While anyone can suffer a brain injury, some of the most common causes include:
Many of these incidents occur because another person failed to act safely or responsibly.
Concussions are considered mild traumatic brain injuries, but that does not mean they are minor. Symptoms such as headaches, memory problems, dizziness, mood changes, and difficulty concentrating can last for weeks, months, or even longer for some individuals.
A traumatic brain injury may impact a person’s ability to work, drive, communicate, or enjoy activities they once loved. Recovery often requires extensive medical treatment, rehabilitation, and ongoing support from family members and healthcare providers.
Many brain injuries are preventable. Wearing seat belts, using appropriate safety equipment during sports, maintaining safe workplaces, and addressing hazards that can lead to falls all help reduce the risk of serious injury.
“A traumatic brain injury often affects far more than a person’s physical health. It can impact their career, relationships, independence, and future. When someone else’s negligence causes that injury, victims deserve experienced legal representation to help them recover the compensation they need to move forward. Our firm is committed to standing beside brain injury victims and their families every step of the way.” — Caleb Fleschner
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury because of someone else’s negligence, the experienced personal injury attorneys at Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin are here to help. We understand the medical, financial, and emotional challenges these injuries create, and we are committed to fighting for the compensation our clients deserve.
Contact our Terre Haute personal injury attorneys today to schedule a free consultation and learn more about your legal rights.
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The financial burden that often comes with a serious injury can be too much for many people to bear. Unexpected medical debt, damaged personal property, and the sudden loss of income can impact the budgets of most families. The good news is that a successful injury claim could help reduce that financial strain after a serious accident. Get in touch with a Terre Haute personal injury lawyer with Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin to learn more.
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