Head injuries can be devastating. When someone’s mistakes or negligence causes a head injury, they can completely change someone’s way of life. If you or a loved one sustained a head injury due to another person’s negligence, you might be entitled to compensation for the damages sustained.
A St. Charles Parish head injury lawyer can walk you through the process of fighting for the compensation you are eligible to receive. You do not have to fight for compensation for your head injury on your own. Call our team at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers to get started on your claim or lawsuit. For a free consultation, call (504) 777-7777. The sooner you call, the sooner we can get started.
Multiple Types of Accidents May Cause Head Injuries and Qualify for Compensation
Head injuries are caused when your head is struck or moved suddenly or violently. There can be a few different causes for a head injury, which include:
Motor Vehicle Accidents
A motor vehicle accident can result in significant head trauma. If you were in a car accident caused by another person, you might be able to get compensated for the damage they caused.
Motor vehicle accidents can involve cars, motorcycles, trucks, pedestrians, or bikes. Bike or pedestrian accidents have a more likely chance of causing head trauma because bicyclists and pedestrians do not have the added protection of a vehicle around them if they are hit by a motor vehicle.
Slips and Falls
Older adults and children are more likely to be affected by a slip and fall. However, anyone can suffer a head injury after falling. You might be compensated for your injury if someone else’s negligence caused your fall.
For example, if a business does not take proper precautions to clean up a water spill, and you fall, it could be held accountable for the lack of cleanup. This accountability might also apply if the business did not adequately prepare for icy weather, such as neglecting to salt the sidewalk.
Violent Attacks
If another person attacked you, the attack might cause a head injury. You might suffer from a head injury if you were hit in the head by an object or if the attack caused you to hit a hard surface. Gunshot wounds could also result in a head injury. Infants can also suffer a head injury if they are shaken.
If you or a loved one suffered a head injury due to an assault, you might be able to get compensated for the damage done.
Sports Injuries
Sports can be another common cause of head injury. Many people believe sports injuries are not a cause for filing a claim or lawsuit. However, this is not always the case. You might be able to get compensated for the damage caused by a sports injury if someone’s negligence played a part in the injury. For example, if your child sustained a head injury playing sports at school and helmets were not provided, you might be compensated for the damages caused by the school’s negligence.
A St. Charles Parish head injury lawyer can work with you to determine your legal options. Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can review your case at no cost to you. Call us at (504) 777-7777 to get started on your head injury case.
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ClientHead Injuries Can Lead to Severe or Long-Lasting Side Effects
According to the Mayo Clinic, brain injuries can become evident right after the accident, or they might become apparent a few weeks after the injury. The repercussions of a head injury can vary significantly in severity. The following are different types of side effects of head injuries.
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Rick Smith | ClientConsciousness
A head injury can result in a person’s change in consciousness. This side effect is usually more severe and can result in an astronomical difference in the quality of life. A change in a person’s consciousness might have the person be in a:
- Coma
- Vegetative state
- Minimally conscious state
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ClientPhysical
Physical side effects can vary significantly in severity. Physical symptoms are usually more apparent after the injury occurs. Mild symptoms may include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headaches
- Disorientation
- Weakness or numbness
More severe symptoms may include:
- Loss of consciousness
- Loss of coordination
- Seizures
- Infections
- Numb fingers and toes
- Vertigo
- Fluid buildup
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ClientCognitive
Cognitive side effects of head injuries are often not as apparent right after the injury. These side effects tend to make themselves known in the weeks following the injury. When you have cognitive side effects of a head injury, they can be much more difficult to pinpoint and diagnose. These side effects may include:
- Trouble communicating cohesive thoughts
- Difficulty reading or writing
- Memory problems
- Changes in behavior
- Trouble communicating in social settings
- Reduced hand-eye coordination
- Balance issues
- Depression and anxiety
If you or a loved one is suffering from any side effects of a head injury, you might be entitled to collect compensation for your damages. When someone else causes your injury, you should not have to suffer any more than you already have. The financial repercussions of an injury can go beyond just medical expenses. You might also be compensated for:
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Loss in quality of life
- Loss of income
- Decrease in salary
- Medical bills
Head injuries are not always evident right after the accident or incident that caused the injury. According to the Louisiana Civil Code (CC) §3492, you have a year to file a lawsuit about your head injury.
Contact Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers Today
If you or a loved one sustained a head injury due to someone’s negligence, you might be compensated for the damage they caused. You should not have to pay for someone’s mistake. A head injury can cause a severe disruption in someone’s life.
A St. Charles Parish head injury lawyer can work with you to fight for your rights. Our team at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can review your case at no cost to you. Call us today at (504) 777-7777 for a free consultation.
