BRAIN INJURY

Traumatic brain injury is a sudden, physical damage to the brain that may be caused by the head forcefully hitting an object or by something piercing the skull, such as a bullet.  One of the major causes of head trauma is motor vehicle accidents, but sports, child abuse, and violent crimes can also lead to these types of brain injuries. Traumatic brain injury and concussions affect hundreds of thousands of Americans each year.  Several hundred thousand die annually from brain injuries and even those who survive have many problems which threaten their ability to lead a normal life.

Confusion, disorientation, slurred speech, inability to focus and periods of loss of consciousness are indicative of a concussion or brain injury and immediate medical attention should be sought.  Traumatic brain injury can be recognized by headache, nausea, confusion, depression, irritability, change in personality, or other emotional problems.  Immediate treatment should be sought by a physician if such conditions are observed.

If brain injury is caused in Nebraska by the negligence of another or by a defective product or work-related incident, Nebraska law provides that a victim of such damage may be entitled to compensation for those injuries.   Of course, no amount of compensation can repair such a tragic injury, but a monetary recovery can help to alleviate the enormous financial cost and disruption to a family that a brain injury can cause.  

If these brain injuries are caused by the conduct of another in Nebraska, you should seek consultation with an experienced Nebraska attorney who can advise you as to whether you have a valid claim and if so, assist you in maximizing recovery.