Common Types of Injuries Involved in Personal Injury Claims
Accidents caused by negligence can lead to devastating injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and severe burns, each requiring complex legal claims to secure fair compensation. Sand Law LLC has the experience and dedication to help victims of personal injury navigate the claims process, hold negligent parties accountable, and recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and other hardships. Common Injuries That Lead to Personal Injury Claims The world is a dangerous place where the risk of being involved in an accident of some kind or another is ever-present. We spend massive amounts of time in our lives behind the wheel at risk for severe car accidents. The very ground we walk on while shopping or at work can contain tripping hazards. Many of us work jobs that come with some degree of risk of an accident occurring. In the event that we do get involved in an accident, there is a chance that you can suffer severe injuries that can seriously disrupt your life with a number of damages. It is because of this that civil law allows for personal injury claims to seek compensation from those whose negligence contributed to the accident that caused your injuries....
The Importance of Prompt Medical Attention After a Car Accident
Prioritizing prompt medical attention after a car accident is essential to averting serious health complications and jeopardizing your compensation. Summary Seeking prompt medical attention after a car accident is crucial for identifying and treating hidden injuries like whiplash. Car accident injuries may not show immediate symptoms due to adrenaline and stress. Immediate medical care is essential for preventing the exacerbation of injuries, ensuring full recovery, and mitigating long-term health consequences. Timely medical consultation after a car accident facilitates the insurance claim process by meeting requirements, avoiding delays, and securing coverage for medical expenses. Early medical treatment creates a strong foundation for potential legal action. Medical documentation is critical for building a personal injury case. Engaging a personal injury lawyer early in the process safeguards your rights, ensuring a thorough approach to recovery and maximizing compensation for damages incurred. Car accidents are harrowing experiences that can leave lasting impacts, both physically and emotionally. When you get involved in a car crash, the steps you take after the accident can significantly influence the recovery trajectory as well as the claim process. Your first action should be to seek prompt medical attention after a car accident. Swift medical attention not only mitigates...
The Long-Term Consequences of Slip and Fall Injuries
Injuries sustained in slip-and-fall accidents often entail considerable financial, physical, and emotional consequences. Summary Slip and fall injuries can lead to long-term physical, emotional, and financial impacts, making timely action for justice and compensation crucial. Physical consequences of slip and fall injuries include fractures, sprains, head injuries, spinal cord injuries, and chronic pain, which may require extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation. Psychological effects such as anxiety and depression can hinder recovery, necessitating mental health support alongside physical rehabilitation. Financial consequences involve significant medical expenses, loss of income, and long-term financial planning challenges, underscoring the importance of seeking compensation. Experienced slip and fall attorneys, like those at Sand Law LLC, provide essential legal support to victims navigating personal injury claims. Slip and fall injuries, often underestimated in severity at the moment of occurrence, can lead to a cascade of long-term health issues, affecting an individual's ability to enjoy life, work, and maintain independence. The importance of understanding these long-term consequences of slip and fall accidents cannot be overstressed, as they extend beyond immediate physical harm to encompass enduring financial, emotional, and psychological impacts. Recognizing the potential for such long-term impacts is essential for victims to take timely action in seeking...
How Can a Personal Injury Accident Cause a Traumatic Brain Injury?
Too often, reckless behavior results in a personal injury accident that inflicts a traumatic brain injury on someone else. Summary Personal injury accidents can traumatic brain injuries when an individual sustains blunt-force trauma to the head. Brain damage can cause a traumatic brain injury that can cause symptoms like headaches, nausea, memory loss, and vision problems. Some personal injury accidents that can cause a TBI include car, truck, motorcycle, pedestrian, and slip-and-fall accidents. Anyone who causes a personal injury accident through negligence can be held liable for TBI damages. People can suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) during the impact of a personal injury accident, such as a car, truck, pedestrian, or slip-and-fall accident. These traumatic events can expose someone to severe physical harm, as heavy objects can impact the head and cause damage to the brain. Someone can suffer a TBI from direct blunt-force trauma that damages the brain, leading to intense headaches, blurry vision, short-term memory loss, and other significant symptoms. In a personal injury claim, the negligent party can be held accountable for the TBI survivor’s damages. The most effective way to accomplish this is to involve a seasoned personal injury attorney as soon as you can....
From Whiplash to Traumatic Brain Injuries: How Car Accident Lawyers Handle Different Types of Cases
Summary Seasoned car accident lawyers know how to pursue compensation in many different types of car accident cases. Skilled attorneys tailor their approaches to a client’s specific injury. Whiplash, severe head injuries, broken bones, and soft tissue injuries require extensive and costly treatment. Attorneys negotiate to help clients obtain the compensation needed to cover those costs. Car accidents are traumatic events that can result in a wide range of injuries for those involved. From minor bumps and bruises to life-altering conditions, the aftermath of a car crash can be devastating. Car accident lawyers play a crucial role in helping victims navigate the legal process and obtain the compensation they deserve. However, not all car accident claims are the same, and the types of injuries sustained can significantly impact the approach taken by auto accident attorneys. From whiplash to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), car accident lawyers must adapt their strategies to represent their clients' interests best. The following is a look at some severe injuries resulting from crashes and how attorneys handle different types of car accident cases. The car accident lawyers with Sand Law have the skill and experience to tailor a legal strategy to your specific needs. Please call...
Neurological Issues After a Personal Injury Accident
Any sort of accident that results in a personal injury can be devastating – especially when it involves the brain. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) will oftentimes lead to a lifetime of debilitation – or even worse. It could happen due to a slip and fall injury, an automobile wreck, or due to any number of various reasons. The attorneys at Sand Law LLC will be ready to help if you or a loved one suffered neurological issues due to a personal injury accident caused by someone else’s negligence. If you would like to learn more, give us a call at 651-291-7263 or use our online contact form. Traumatic Brain Injury and Nerve Damage: What Causes These Injuries? No matter what type of personal injury accident causes a TBI, it’s a horrible injury. You may have been riding a motorcycle and been struck by a motorist who was answering a text. You might have slipped and struck your head because a grocery store employee failed to clean a spill promptly. Whenever someone hits their head, the results can be devastating. Specifically, when a person’s head hits a hard surface, their brain hits the inside of the skull. This, in turn,...
Personal Injury Claims for Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries
If You Suffer A Brain Injury Due To An Accident, You May Be Eligible For Compensation For Your Damages, Even If Your Injury Is Mild. Traumatic brain injuries range from mild to severe, with mild brain injuries often being overlooked. However, even mild brain injuries can leave a person with devastating results and lasting effects, as well as a pile of medical debt. In 2014 there were 2.87 million emergency room visits, hospitalizations, and deaths in the United States. Out of that 2.87 million, 56,800 of these injuries resulted in death. That means that there were still just over 2.8 million traumatic brain injuries that didn’t result in death in 2014. The leading causes of non-fatal traumatic brain injuries are falls (at 35%) and motor vehicle-related injuries (at 17%). While not all severe brain injuries cause death, they still leave patients with lasting conditions and permanent brain damage. But what about those that sustain mild brain injuries like concussions? How do mild brain injuries affect one’s life as well as one’s personal injury claim? What Is A Traumatic Brain Injury? A traumatic brain injury occurs when the head is struck or penetrated with great force. In many cases, this means...
Coup/Contrecoup Traumatic Brain Injury
Coup-contrecoup Injuries Are A Type Of Brain Injury Resulting From Strikes To The Head Traumatic brain injuries can happen because of various types of accidents. In 2014, there were 2.87 million hospital and emergency room visits because of a traumatic brain injury. Traumatic brain injuries are caused by a forceful strike to the head and can also be caused by penetration to the skull. There are many different types of brain injuries. Some are mild, like a concussion, and others are more severe, like coup/contrecoup injuries. Types Of Traumatic Brain Injury More serious brain injuries can cause damage to the brain that may not be repairable, causing issues with memory and other brain functions. Coup Injury A coup injury occurs when the brain is struck with great force, causing damage at the site of impact. These injuries can be relatively mild but also may be severe. Symptoms can include swelling or hemorrhaging of the brain. External damage, such as bruises, cuts, or contusions, can help to identify where the injury has occurred. Contrecoup Injury A contrecoup injury is the opposite of a coup injury, as the damaged portion of the brain occurs at the opposite side from where the head...
How Much is my Brain Injury Case Worth?
Compensation Can Help You With The Damages From A Brain Injury If you are among the 1.5 million Americans who suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) this year, the injury could quickly turn your finances, career, and personal life upside down. It may be easy to add up your medical costs. However, many of the personal losses and inconveniences you’ll deal with won’t come with a specific dollar amount. Learning about the factors that will affect your case can give you a clearer idea of how much compensation you can receive for your traumatic brain injury. Whether your TBI was caused by a slip and fall or motor vehicle accident, you may be eligible for compensation for your damages. Statute Of Limitation For Brain Injury Cases Generally, Minnesotans have two years from the date of the injury-causing incident to lodge a claim. There are some exceptions to the timeframe. For example, if an injured person is a minor at the time of the accident, that party’s two-year period begins at age 18. Having two years is helpful because the consequences of a brain injury can appear mild and become more noticeable and impactful as they worsen over time. However, it...
Why Construction Accidents Are So Common and How to Prevent Them
Construction Workers Are At A Higher Risk For Injuries On The Job, Including Even Fatal Injuries. Members of the workforce know that all careers come with their own set of drawbacks. Without a doubt, some are inherently more dangerous than others. Construction workers spend their days using heavy tools and machinery, often at intimidating heights. Accidents can happen at any moment. In fact, one in five workplace fatalities in the private sector come from the construction industry. If you’re in this line of work, you may have even witnessed some of the most common accidents in motion. However, they don’t have to be an inevitable part of the job. Learning more about how they happen can help you to recognize and avoid surrounding dangers. What Causes Construction Accidents? There are so many moving parts on construction sites. Therefore, it can be complicated to pinpoint the cause of an accident. Human error, a lack of adequate equipment, or a combination of the two is often to blame. Additionally, there are only a handful of types of accidents that recur as a result of the most common causes. Falls Recent research showed that over the course of a year, almost 34% of...