Atlanta Brain Injury Lawyer
Our firm has handled numerous cases for individuals in the metropolitan Atlanta area, and all over Georgia, who have suffered from head and brain injuries after traumatic events.
Tractor-trailer and auto collisions, bicycle accidents, dangerous premises, assaults, and falls can result in serious injuries to one’s head. If the brain is impacted in the traumatic event, a person may suffer what is known as a “traumatic brain injury” (TBI). A TBI is generally defined as “a form of acquired brain injury, which occurs when a sudden trauma causes damage to the brain.” TBI can happen when a person’s head suddenly hits an object with some force. Alternatively, TBI may occur when an object penetrates the skull and enters the brain. The leading causes of TBI are: falls, motor vehicle crashes, object strikes, and assaults.
TBI symptoms range from mild to severe. At times, brain injury symptoms may be barely noticeable and sometimes the damage is evident and obvious. Some symptoms of TBI are: headache, blurred vision, loss of consciousness, dizziness, fatigue, and confusion. Trouble with memory, a change in sleep pattern, and mood alteration may also be indicative of a traumatic brain injury.
There is little that can be done to reverse the damage to the brain which occurs with the initial trauma. Seeking medical attention immediately after the injury is crucial. In the long-term, rehabilitation may allow the injured person to regain some of the mental capacity which was lost or diminished as a result of the trauma.
Personal injury actions which involve TBI are complex and should be handled by attorneys with experience in these types of claims. First, when TBI symptoms are mild or not apparent, a psychiatric evaluation and testing may be necessary to document the TBI. Next, it is crucial to locate witnesses who have known the injured person for a long time. These individuals can testify regarding the change in the TBI victim’s physical and mental condition since the trauma. Further, for those people still treating with neurologists and neurosurgeons, it is vital for the lawyer to meet with the medical team and build a good, working relationship.
For people wanting to learn more about traumatic brain injury, the following are good resources:
Atlanta Brain Injury Lawyer Contact Information
Law Offices of Andrew Goldner, LLC
Atlanta, GA30338
Phone: (404) 869-1580
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