Traumatic Brain Injury Concussion

Concussion is described as an injury to the brain following a traumatic impact to the head. Although it is not considered a life-threatening injury, it can lead to short-term and long-term problems. It is also described as a closed head injury or head trauma.

Causes include major blunt force trauma to the head such as a fall, a car accident or being struck over the head with an object. Certain sports, such as football, baseball and basketball are also sources of injury.

The Center for Disease Control lists the following symptoms of concussion:

• Persistent low-grade headaches
• Having more trouble than usual remembering things, concentrating, or making decisions
• Feeling tired all the time
• Feeling sad, anxious, or listless
• Becoming easily irritated for little or no reason

Other symptoms may include:

• Severe headache
• Dizziness
• Vomiting
• Sudden weakness in an arm or leg

Depending on the seriousness, a concussion may last for several hours or weeks.

They can be classifed in one of the following categories:

• Grade 1
  The mild concussion occurs when the person does not lose consciousness (pass out) but may seem dazed.
• Grade 2
  The slightly more severe form occurs when the person does not lose consciousness but has a period of confusion and does not recall the event.
• Grade 3
  The classic concussion, which is the most severe form, occurs when the person loses consciousness for a brief period of time and has no memory of the event. Evaluation from a health-care provider should be performed as soon as possible after the injury.

Medical treatment for a concussion should be sought right away if the person is hard to wake up or passes out.

If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury through the negligence or carelessness of others, you may be entitled to compensation.

The assistance of an experienced Traumatic Brain Injury lawyer can help you find the answers you need and get the compensation you deserve. The filing of a lawsuit may help you recover financial damages to help you with the continuing medical bills and compensate you for your physical and mental suffering. Don't risk your health and peace of mind.