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The brain is an extremely powerful but delicate organ. That’s why damage to the head can cause devastating, lifelong injuries. Even though the brain is protected by the skull, a violent bump, jolt, or blow can change a person’s life forever.In particular, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are one of the most common but severe types of brain damage that can result from an accident. Caused by external forces such as car accidents or physical violence, TBIs cause alterations in brain function and can be deadly.
Contrary to popular belief, elderly populations aren’t the only ones suffering from TBIs. In 2014, 39,914 children were admitted to emergency rooms in Illinois for TBI-related injuries. Unfortunately, even mild trauma can cause complications and irreversible damage.
After experiencing a brain injury, a person will most likely need intensive care requiring expensive treatment. If your or your family member’s injury resulted from someone else’s negligent actions, you have the right to pursue legal action against them and hold them responsible for the damage they caused.
The Chicago brain injury lawyers at Langdon & Emison have helped victims recover the money they need to pay for medical care and treatment. We’ve helped TBI victims regain a sense of normalcy and move past the accident.
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The Mason family purchased a fan at Wal-Mart that caught fire and burned a 14-month old baby to death while sleeping in the room. Our legal team successfully showed the fan did not have a cut-off device that would have kept it from overheating and catching fire. A Jackson County, Mo., jury awarded a verdict of $6 million for the family of the young child.
It’s critical to hire a lawyer who understands the emotional, financial, and physical toll of your brain injury. Not all attorneys know how serious this damage can be, making it more likely that you will receive less compensation than you need.
The lawyers at Langdon & Emison have helped hundreds of clients find relief from their financial burdens and recover the money they need to pay for treatment. Brain injuries are expensive to treat, and our attorneys work relentlessly to award you what you deserve – nothing less.
Our Chicago brain injury lawyers demonstrate their knowledge, expertise, and empathy for every client. If you or a loved one suffered a brain injury in an accident that someone else caused, you have the right to hold the responsible parties accountable through legal action. Call (866) 931-2115 today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Brain injuries are severe and tend to be deadly, but they’re not uncommon. Of 7,000 annual injury deaths in Illinois, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) sit within the top three causes. Of the 55,000 annual injury hospitalizations in Illinois, TBIs are also one of the three most common, beaten only by accidental falls.
Here are some of the most common causes of brain injuries in Chicago:
If you suffered a brain injury, you have the right to pursue compensation from the person or company that caused the accident. The Chicago brain injury lawyers at Langdon & Emison will fight to get you the money you need for recovery. Call (866) 931-2115 today for a free case consultation.
There are two main classifications of traumatic brain injury: open and closed. An open (penetrating) TBI occurs when an object pierces the skull and enters the brain, damaging specific parts of the organ. A closed TBI occurs when the head suffers an external impact without penetration by an object. For example, a person may experience a closed TBI in a car accident when their head slams into the dashboard.
It’s also important to understand the difference between primary and secondary brain injuries. A primary injury occurs immediately at the time of the accident, while a secondary injury evolves over hours or days.
Some types of primary traumatic brain injury include:
Some types of secondary traumatic brain injury include:
Symptoms of TBI can vary greatly from person to person, and the severity of symptoms depends on the location and the extent of injury. This is not a comprehensive list of symptoms; consult your doctor immediately if you suffered a brain injury or believe you may have a TBI.
After suffering brain damage in an accident, a person’s friends and family may not recognize them anymore. Personality and mood changes are common in these injuries, and unfortunately, they come with a high fatality rate and risk of complications.
Victims of traumatic brain injuries suffer greatly, especially because there are such limited options for long-term recovery. Although a victim’s medical options may be few, legal action can reduce the impact of the injury by providing the victim with compensation and closure
At Langdon & Emison our team of Chicago, IL personal injury lawyers has helped hundreds of clients recover the funds needed to pay for medical procedures, medication, and rehabilitation. The greatest chance of recovery begins with a dedicated legal team who will fight to get you every penny of what you deserve.
Langdon & Emison will work to get you what you need so you can enjoy life again. Call (866) 931-2115 today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.
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