A car accident victim in New York may sustain a wide range of injuries. Traumatic brain injury, sometimes known as TBI, is one of the most severe categories of personal injuries a victim can sustain.

TBI affects how the brain functions, disrupting a person's personal and professional life and making it challenging to engage in regular, everyday tasks. As a result of an injury caused by a car accident in New York, TBIs frequently have a heavy impact on the entire family as well as the injured party. This is why it's important to get legal advice to ensure you are compensated accordingly.

Our skilled New York car accident attorneys are here to assist you. Call us at Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law.

Traumatic Brain Injuries Explained

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is described as “a sudden injury that causes damage to the brain[] [which] may happen when there is a blow, bump, or jolt to the head.”  In the United States, there are over 220,000 hospitalizations for TBI-related injuries each year, as well as over 60,000 deaths. The CDC also notes that one of the main causes of TBIs is motor vehicle accidents.

Although many believe that a traumatic brain injury (TBI) only takes place during a high-speed collision that impacts the head, some TBIs can occur during low-speed incidents without any head impact. TBIs are challenging because, unlike a broken bone or torn muscle, they sometimes go undetected in imaging studies. This makes it sometimes difficult to identify and treat, as well as more proof in court.

Common TBIs In Car Accidents

Various types of TBIs can occur in a motor vehicle accident. The effect and location of the brain trauma will determine the kind of TBI and its severity.  The following are some of the common TBIs that usually occur in a car accident:

• Concussion - a shock, jolt, or impact to the head that results in physical or chemical changes in brain tissue is referred to as concussions, which is one of the most common types of TBIs. It is also one of the most potentially deadly. The majority of concussions are brought on by direct head trauma, although they can also happen by whiplash. While every concussion is dangerous, the effects of numerous concussions over a person's lifetime can be extremely dangerous, crippling, and can be fatal.
• Diffuse axonal injuries - When brain tissue is sheered or torn during an accident, it results in diffuse axonal injuries, a type of traumatic brain injury. These injuries frequently cause harm to neuronal connections and pathways, breaking up connections in the brain. This kind of TBI frequently leaves a severe handicap that may be permanent.
• Coup-contrecoup TBIs - These occur when the head is whipped back and forth during a car accident, causing the brain to slide back and forth inside the skull. Every time the brain strikes the interior of the skull, injury is possible if the impact is severe enough. A coup-contrecoup TBI occurs when two injuries occur at opposing sides of the brain as a result of a whiplash injury. Due to brain bleeding and severe swelling that worsens intracranial edema from the blow, this kind of damage can be fatal.

Damages in a TBI Accident Settlement

Various damages are generally covered in a TBI accident settlement. This can include medical expenses, such as surgery, therapy, and medication, which can quickly mount up and put a burden on finances.

Lost income can potentially be covered by your settlement. This includes wages that were due to you during time off from work to heal from your brain injury. You might not be able to perform the same tasks after a serious TBI or have to accept lower pay. This is compensation you can ask for.

Other damages consist of:

• Pain and suffering
• A decline in quality of life
• Trouble with emotions
• Permanent disability

Brandon J. Broderick Can Aid In Your Compensation Recovery

We are aware of the trauma you and your family may be experiencing. We are also aware of the significance of your case and its conclusion. We will deal with insurance companies on your behalf and gather and examine witness testimonies, medical reports, and other information from healthcare providers to demonstrate the extent of your injuries. This is the client-care we offer to every case.

To discuss your case, call our NY personal injury lawyers at Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law. We will schedule a free consultation.