A traumatic brain injury is an injury that disrupts the functioning of the brain. Such an injury can be caused by a blow to the head, a jolt to the head, or an injury that pierces the brain. An brain injury can be serious and require immediate medical treatment. They can cause short-term or long-term medical problems. The most serious brain injuries lead to death. In fact, over 60,000 people die each year from brain injuries. Most brain injuries are caused by negligence and could have been avoided. If you or a loved one sustained a serious brain injury because of an accident that was caused by the negligence of another person, contact an experienced Bronx brain injury lawyer at Stephen Bilkis & Associates. Victims of negligence have the right to seek justice. We are here to help.
Common Causes of Brain InjuriesA brain injury can be caused by a number of different accidents or incidents. Common causes of brain injury include:
In Reyes v. Mktg. Werks, Inc., 2013 NY Slip Op 30336 (N.Y. Sup. Ct., 2013), plaintiff Hermenegildo Reyes was struck by a truck. As a result of the accident Reyes suffered a traumatic brain injury requiring extensive treatment including years of physical therapy. In the case of Reeves v. 1710 Broadway, LLC, 2012 NY Slip Op 30200 (N.Y. Sup. Ct., 2012), plaintiff Kevin Reeves filed a lawsuit against defendant 1710 Broadway, LLC after slipping and falling on a set of stairs on the defendant's property. Reeves testified that there was water on the staircase. As a result of the fall, Reeves suffered a traumatic brain injury.
Signs of a Brain InjuryThose who experience brain damage may exhibit a wide assortment of symptoms, some of which may occur immediately after the accident, while other symptoms may not develop for days or even weeks after the accident. Not every person who suffers a brain injury will experience the same symptoms. Signs of a brain injury may include:
If you or someone you love is showing any of these symptoms, immediately consult a medical professional.
Recovering CompensationIf you have suffered a brain injury in an accident that was caused by another person’s negligence, contact an experienced Bronx brain injury lawyer. A traumatic brain injury not only impacts your health, but impacts other aspects of your life as well. You may not be able to enjoy activities with your family and friends in the same manner as you did prior to the accident that caused your injury. You may not be able to work and earn an income. Lack of income, coupled with mounting medical bills may cause you and your family financial distress. However, through a personal injury lawsuit you may be able to recover compensation for your medical expenses, lost earnings and pain and suffering that you experienced as a result of your injury.
In some cases, sadly, victims do not survive brain injuries. The family of the decedent as well as the decedent’s personal representative should contact an experienced brain injury attorney in the Bronx to discuss the process for initiating a wrongful death claim.
Contact Stephen Bilkis & AssociatesIf you or a loved one was injured in an accident that resulted in a brain injury, you need legal representation who understands both the legal issues associated with personal injury cases as well as the medical and emotional issues associated with traumatic brain injuries. Stephen Bilkis & Associates has over two decades of experience handling personal injury and wrongful death cases stemming from auto accidents, slip and fall accidents, and other acts of negligence. Contact an experienced brain injury attorney serving the Bronx at our office at 800.696.9529 to schedule a free, no obligation consultation regarding your case. We represent clients in the following locations: Bronx, Brooklyn, Long Island, Manhattan, Nassau County, Queens, Staten Island, Suffolk County, and Westchester County.