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Auto accidents are the leading cause of brain injury in the U.S., accounting for 44% of all Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). In over 50% of car "accidents" resulting in TBI to one or more victims, alcohol was involved. More often than not it is the reckless and negligent behavior of one driver that impacts all the lives of the victims and their families for years to come. Usually the most severe head injuries come from direct impact of the skull with the windshield or side window, the steering wheel, or the frame of the car. The likelihood and severity of a TBI dramatically increases when a passenger is ejected from the car. In these cases, the head can collide with the outside of the car, another car involved in the accident, and the pavement or roadway. And if the roof collapses during a rollover, the head can sustain several different types of brain injuries to several areas. Relatively minor brain injuries can come at slower speeds too. Neck strain or "whiplash" can also affect the brain and nervous system. Symptoms can include dizziness, nausea, lack of concentration, and memory loss. Often these symptoms do not appear immediately, but weeks or even months after the accident. That is why it is important to seek medical attention immediately, even if the person "feels fine." What may seem like a "small" blow to the head or twist of the neck could cause internal bleeding, concussion, and tearing of the brain tissue. Ensure that the doctor or attending medical physical take complete and accurate notes of the examination. There are several ways to protect yourself from brain injury in case of an accident. Wear a seatbelt - This is your best protection. Seat belts can stop you from hitting your head on the windshield, and keep you inside the vehicle where it is safer. Make sure headrests are properly adjusted - Headrests in the wrong position, especially if they are too low, will not give you the proper protection against neck strain or corresponding brain injuries. Use front and side airbags - Like a seatbelt, airbags cushion your head to help avoid contact with the windshield or steering wheel, and can prevent or reduce the severity of neck strains and relate TBIs. But if you are injured in an auto accident that leads to brain injury, contact a brain injury lawyer among the personal injury attorneys at Jim S. Adler & Associates. Recovery from a brain injury takes longer on average than any other injury, which means more medical bills and more time off work. Your health plan may not have the adequate funding you need to cover your day-to-day costs during rehabilitation. Jim S. Adler & Associates can help you get the compensation you need to forget your financial worries and get on with the best care possible. Contact Jim S. Adler & Associates right now for a free case review. We'll let you know what your rights are - and help you protect them. Call 1-800-505-1414 or fill out the online form on this page today. |