Head trauma that occurs in a car accident can often cause a TBI – traumatic brain injury. However, these injuries aren’t always apparent right away. This may result in you putting off medical treatment, which is never a good idea.
If you suffer a head injury after a car accident, you need to contact a personal injury attorney in Florida. They can help you recover the compensation you deserve.
Facts about Head Injuries
TBIs are the leading cause of disability and death in the U.S. Car accidents are one of the top causes of a TBI. Each year, more than 50,000 people die due to TBIs, while more than 230,000 people have to go to the hospital. Also, an estimated 80,000 to 90,000 people suffer a long-term disability due to a TBI, with more than 5.3 million people living with a permanent disability that results from a TBI.
How to Avoid Long-Lasting Issues from a TBI
Unfortunately, many people who suffer serious disabilities after a TBI could have prevented this. The key is to take the proper steps (and avoid some things) after a possible TBI occurs. When you use the tips here, you may be able to save yourself quite a bit of pain and suffering in the future.
If you, or someone you love is injured in a car accident in Florida and there are signs of a brain injury, make sure you don’t do the following.
- If the head wound is bleeding a lot or deep, it should not be messed with by anyone but medical personnel. Don’t wash the area or apply any pressure.
- If an object is lodged in a wound, it should be left in place – not removed.
- Don’t ever shake a person if they seem dazed.
- Don’t move the injured person unless their safety is in jeopardy.
- If a child has fallen and there are signs of a head injury, they need to be kept still.
- If you suspect a head injury has occurred, make sure to leave the person’s helmet in place if they are wearing one.
- Make sure to avoid alcohol for 48 hours after a head injury occurs.
- Don’t take ibuprofen, aspirin or any other type of anti-inflammatory medication after a head injury – these drugs may increase the risk of serious bleeding.
Keep in mind, a head injury is always serious and therefore you need to seek treatment as quickly as possible. If you fail to seek medical help, the situation may get worse and may even prove to be fatal.
Contact an Attorney
If you suffer a head injury, it is a good idea to contact a personal injury lawyer in Florida as soon as possible. They can investigate the case, determine who is at fault and help you recover the compensation you deserve.
To learn more about head injuries and when you have a case, contact personal injury lawyer Scott J. Sternberg by calling 561-687-5660 and setting up a free consultation.
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