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According to the Brain Injury Association of America, one person in the United States sustains a traumatic brain injury every 21 seconds. Brain trauma is among the most serious type of injury that people suffer because its effects can be devastating and lifelong. Traumatic brain injuries occur in Washington, D.C, Virginia and Maryland everyday, and are often caused another person’s negligence. If this is the case, it is critical that the injured party seeks legal counsel to ensure that he or she is properly represented.

After an impact to the head, there are a number of symptoms to look out for that may signal a serious brain injury. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Dilated pupils
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred or double vision
  • Partial or complete paralysis
  • Memory loss
  • Headaches
  • Confusion
  • Slurred speech
  • Body numbness or tingling

There are many situations in which you are susceptible to suffering a traumatic head injury due to the negligence of another person. Car accidents, slip and falls, and construction accidents are just a few of the many types of personal injury cases that may involve traumatic head injuries. Head injuries are very serious. They can cause memory loss, paralysis, loss of speech and even death. If you or someone you know has suffered a traumatic head injury through no fault of their own, it is critical to seek legal counsel as soon as possible. The law regarding negligence claims in Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia, is complex, and you need a skilled attorney to ensure that you receive all of the compensation to which you are entitled in your traumatic head injury case.

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