Brain Injury

Slip and fall accidents are not uncommon, but the reality is that these incidents can lead to major injuries. Unfortunately, slip and fall injuries can lead to significant setbacks for individuals, and not just physical setbacks. These injuries and the subsequent medical treatment, along with potentially lost wages, can lead to financial difficulties. Here, we want to discuss some of the most common personal injuries that cause these setbacks after a slip and fall incident....

School bullies have been an issue in California and elsewhere for a very long time. In recent years, it seems that some of the bullying has become more violent, and schools have been encouraged to take preventive measures. In one instance, complaints of bullying by a student were not promptly acted upon, and the delay may have cost the student his life due to a traumatic brain injury.A middle school student complained to a teacher...

It is not uncommon for individuals involved in motor vehicle crashes on California roads to sustain some sort of head injury. These injuries may include minor to severe whiplash or some form of traumatic brain injury. A concussion is a common mild form of TBI. A more serious example, such as a skull fracture, may require emergency surgery and a long recovery process. Severe TBI may cause issues including physical, emotional and cognitive challenges. Rehabilitation...

Getting into a car accident may lead to serious health repercussions even if you do not have obvious injuries. If you do not experience any immediate symptoms after a vehicle collision in California, you may think that you do not have to worry about your health. However, physical trauma may cause a traumatic brain injury, and the symptoms of this condition do not always occur immediately. It is important to pay attention to any changes...

People with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) often require rehabilitation to regain full or partial function. However, there may be a gap between when a patient is discharged from a hospital and when he or she can be approved for rehabilitative care. In this event, you might consider placement in a nursing facility, which takes a concerted effort on behalf of the family to ensure the TBI patient is being treated reasonably. Brainline.org offers the following advice...