CONCUSSION ATTORNEYS
Concussions need to be taken very seriously, not just because its headlines in the football arena but concussions can occur in a number of ways and in any circumstance. We have had clients sustain head injuries and be diagnosed with a concussion or post-concussive syndrome even while playing sports, falling down the stairs, or after a traumatic automobile accident or getting hit over the head by an object or a machine part. Although it may seem like a bump on your head, a concussion can actually lead to very serious medical problems later such as post-concussive syndrome, epilepsy, posttraumatic vertigo, headaches or other cumulative brain effects.
Some of the symptoms from a concussion:
A concussion occurs after you sustain a violent blow or impact to your head or any other part of your body that is so hard or forceful that your brain loses its protection from the cerebrospinal fluid which cushions the brain against daily bumps, jolts and sudden movements. Another cause of a concussion is a sudden speed or increase in deceleration or acceleration. This can happen on an amusement ride or during some other activity that you may not suspect. These types of brain injuries involving deceleration and acceleration can result in bleeding and other serious consequences.
Although internal (brain) bleeding can cause minor injuries such as confusion, dizziness and drowsiness, other major symptoms could develop and become fatal resembling a stroke or worse. Because brain injuries are internal, it is vitally important that you or your loved one is carefully monitored after any head accident injury that involves head trauma or head injury of any kind. After an accident, if the injured party has lost consciousness for any period of time, closer monitoring should be done and you and your family member should insist upon a CT scan or other diagnostic testing.
There are other symptoms of concussions that you should look for after any kind of head trauma injury and they include but are not limited to the following:
- Vertigo/dizziness.
- Nausea/vomiting.
- Ringing sound in your ears.
- Confusion, acting dazed and confused.
- Blackouts, loss of consciousness, amnesia, memory loss of any kind.
- Headache or intense pressure in the head.
- Delayed response to questions or slurred speech.
Any of these symptoms should be a sign that you should seek medical treatment from your primary care physician and insist upon being referred to a specialist so that these symptoms can be treated immediately rather than waiting. From even a moderate head trauma injury, you or your loved one may suffer moderate to permanent side effects from a concussion. Look for the following changes in behavior; intense irritability, clumsiness, seizures or blackouts, even vision changes and other unusual symptoms could indicate a more serious injury. Therefore, is important to be vigilant, especially in children who may not be able to articulate the changes or symptoms from a head trauma or concussion.
Again, it can’t be stressed enough if you or a loved one suffers from a concussion after a head injury that was not your fault, please call us at either one of our centrally and conveniently located offices in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County at (707) 571-8600 or in Palm Springs in Marin County at (760) 832-6118. Your confidential consultation with a personal injury lawyer is always free and will help you answer your questions and possible with your case.
GET THE FULL COMPENSATION YOU DESERVE
It does not matter whether your concussion was minor or severe, it is your right to receive full compensation from the negligent party who was responsible for your head injury and the accident for which you sustained your concussion and other medical symptomatology related to your concussion.
Our team of attorneys has always been committed to achieving the fullest compensation and success for our clients, no matter how traumatic their injuries or how difficult it may be to obtain that compensation from the responsible party or insurance carrier. We encourage you to reach out today to schedule your free and confidential appointment.
Please call our office at (707) 571-8600 in our centrally located Santa Rosa office in Sonoma County to schedule a free and confidential case evaluation.
CONCUSSION ATTORNEYS (NO CHANGES NEEDED)
Concussions need to be taken very seriously, not just because its headlines in the football arena but concussions can occur in a number of ways and in any circumstance. We have had clients sustain head injuries and be diagnosed with a concussion or post-concussive syndrome even while playing sports, falling down the stairs, or after a traumatic automobile accident or getting hit over the head by an object or a machine part. Although it may seem like a bump on your head, a concussion can actually lead to very serious medical problems later such as post-concussive syndrome, epilepsy, posttraumatic vertigo, headaches or other cumulative brain effects.
Some of the symptoms from a concussion:
A concussion occurs after you sustain a violent blow or impact to your head or any other part of your body that is so hard or forceful that your brain loses its protection from the cerebrospinal fluid which cushions the brain against daily bumps, jolts and sudden movements. Another cause of a concussion is a sudden speed or increase in deceleration or acceleration. This can happen on an amusement ride or during some other activity that you may not suspect. These types of brain injuries involving deceleration and acceleration can result in bleeding and other serious consequences.
Although internal (brain) bleeding can cause minor injuries such as confusion, dizziness and drowsiness, other major symptoms could develop and become fatal resembling a stroke or worse. Because brain injuries are internal, it is vitally important that you or your loved one is carefully monitored after any head accident injury that involves head trauma or head injury of any kind. After an accident, if the injured party has lost consciousness for any period of time, closer monitoring should be done and you and your family member should insist upon a CT scan or other diagnostic testing.
There are other symptoms of concussions that you should look for after any kind of head trauma injury and they include but are not limited to the following:
- Vertigo/dizziness.
- Nausea/vomiting.
- Ringing sound in your ears.
- Confusion, acting dazed and confused.
- Blackouts, loss of consciousness, amnesia, memory loss of any kind.
- Headache or intense pressure in the head.
- Delayed response to questions or slurred speech.
Any of these symptoms should be a sign that you should seek medical treatment from your primary care physician and insist upon being referred to a specialist so that these symptoms can be treated immediately rather than waiting. From even a moderate head trauma injury, you or your loved one may suffer moderate to permanent side effects from a concussion. Look for the following changes in behavior; intense irritability, clumsiness, seizures or blackouts, even vision changes and other unusual symptoms could indicate a more serious injury. Therefore, is important to be vigilant, especially in children who may not be able to articulate the changes or symptoms from a head trauma or concussion.
Again, it can’t be stressed enough if you or a loved one suffers from a concussion after a head injury that was not your fault, please call us at either one of our centrally and conveniently located offices in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County at (707) 571-8600 or in Palm Springs in Marin County at (760) 832-6118. Your confidential consultation with a personal injury lawyer is always free and will help you answer your questions and possible with your case.
GET THE FULL COMPENSATION YOU DESERVE
It does not matter whether your concussion was minor or severe, it is your right to receive full compensation from the negligent party who was responsible for your head injury and the accident for which you sustained your concussion and other medical symptomatology related to your concussion.
Our team of attorneys has always been committed to achieving the fullest compensation and success for our clients, no matter how traumatic their injuries or how difficult it may be to obtain that compensation from the responsible party or insurance carrier. We encourage you to reach out today to schedule your free and confidential appointment.
Please call our office at (707) 571-8600 in our centrally located Santa Rosa office in Sonoma County to schedule a free and confidential case evaluation.
