Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can have devastating impacts on victims and their families. When a TBI occurs due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another party, the victim may have a right to pursue compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. However, proving liability in TBI cases can be complex. Plaintiffs must demonstrate that the defendant...
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) cases involving children present unique challenges and considerations for personal injury attorneys. Children’s developing brains are more susceptible to severe, lifelong consequences resulting from TBI. When handling these sensitive cases, attorneys must understand the complex medical and legal issues to build the strongest case and secure the compensation the child and...
Receiving a fair settlement offer in a Personal Injury case is only realistically possible with an attorney by your side. That’s why Scarlett Law Group stand by hundreds of clients each year to find them the compensation that they deserve. When your injuries are catastrophic like a Traumatic Brain Injury, the stakes are even higher...
It is a hard fact that motorcyclists are typically more vulnerable than other road users and even pedestrians or regular cyclists. The injuries they can sustain because of high speeds and high exposure mean there is a high risk of catastrophic consequences, one of which – most commonly of all – is a Traumatic Brain...
Traumatic brain injuries are among the most devastating a person can experience because they alter cognitive function, and the side effects may last forever. In many cases, the lasting symptoms can result in a reduced ability to perform work and may put emotional strain on relationships. Most people who suffer this type of injury report...
An injury is never something you count on in life. Sure, you know things can happen, but the thought is that you get injured and then you recover. Unfortunately, that’s not the case in every situation. There are some injuries that a person is never able to recover from and can even be so serious...
Concussion, or mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), can cause symptoms that persist for months or even years, which is referred to as persistent postconcussion symptoms (PPCS). PPCS can have a significant impact on an individual’s daily functioning and mental health. While there have been several studies on the association between PPCS and mental health outcomes,...
Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is a major health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. People who sustain multiple head injuries are at increased risk for chronic psychiatric morbidity, particularly in the dysregulation of emotional and social behaviors. Previous research has suggested that long-term negative effects on mood states and social functioning are related...
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a complex injury that can have both immediate and long-term effects, ranging from headaches and cognitive impairment to physical disability and depression. To better understand the full spectrum of brain injury outcomes, researchers are increasingly using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques such as magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS), which provides information...
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects millions of people globally each year, with the majority classified as mild or moderate. While most people recover quickly, some experience prolonged symptoms that impact their day-to-day lives and ability to work. Predicting return-to-work (RTW) rates is critical for optimal treatment and reducing the societal cost of TBI. Previous studies...