Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are a severe form of personal injury that can result from a variety of accidents, including falls, car accidents, and sports-related incidents. These types of injuries are devastating and can lead to severe long-term consequences that greatly affect the injured person’s quality of life. In a personal injury case, understanding the long-term consequences of TBIs is crucial to determining the proper compensation for the injured individual. In this blog, we will explore the long-term effects of TBIs in personal injury cases.
Cognitive Problems
The brain controls various cognitive functions, such as memory, focus, and decision-making. When a person suffers a traumatic brain injury, their cognitive abilities can be hindered, resulting in long-term difficulties in completing daily tasks, memory loss, and difficulty focusing. This can also inhibit their ability to return to work full-time or complete job duties.
Emotional and Behavioral Issues
A TBI can impact the emotional and behavioral functioning of a person, resulting in depression, anxiety, mood swings, and aggression. These symptoms can affect a person’s ability to maintain healthy relationships and manage their work and personal lives.
Chronic Physical Problems
A TBI can also lead to chronic physical problems, such as chronic pain, headaches, seizures, and even paralysis. These symptoms can further impede a person’s ability to work and participate in regular activities, resulting in a loss of quality of life.
Increased Risk of Degenerative Brain Disease
Studies have shown that those who suffer TBIs have an increased risk of developing degenerative brain diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. This not only affects the individual who sustained the injury but also their family and loved ones who may have to act as caregivers.
Financial Burden
A TBI can result in a considerable amount of medical expenses, ongoing therapy, and caregivers’ costs. These costs can add up over time and leave the injured individual, and their family, in a significant financial burden.
In sum, traumatic brain injuries can be catastrophic events that can forever change the injured individual’s life and their family. Understanding the long-term consequences of a TBI is critical to obtain the proper compensation in a personal injury case. If you or someone you know has suffered a TBI in a personal injury accident, it is crucial to seek an experienced personal injury lawyer who can help you determine the proper compensation. Contact our firm today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney.
