How to Prove a TBI After a Crash
September 30th, 2024 | Auto accident
March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month, an opportunity to highlight the difficulties in proving traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) often caused by vehicle crashes. TBIs are complex medical conditions that can be challenging to substantiate, especially when it comes to insurance and legal claims. In 2021, there were nearly 69,000 TBI-related deaths in the U.S.… Read More
What’s the Difference Between a Concussion and a TBI?
September 16th, 2024 | Brain injury
March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to focus on understanding and preventing brain injuries. While the terms “concussion” and “traumatic brain injury” (TBI) are often used interchangeably, they represent different conditions with varying degrees of severity. Understand the differences between these head trauma injuries and how severity impacts recovery. Our Missouri traumatic… Read More
What Are the Short- and Long-Term Effects of a TBI?
February 19th, 2024 | Brain injury
When an accident leaves you incapacitated, regaining your health is your priority. However, some conditions, like traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), may have lasting effects. Approximately a quarter of individuals who experience head injuries are left with some degree of disability. In 2021, over 69,000 TBI-related fatalities were recorded, or approximately 190 deaths every day. Whether… Read More
The 3 Biggest Pitfalls in Traumatic Brain Injury Claims
February 12th, 2024 | Brain injury
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most devastating and life-altering injuries a person can experience. Unfortunately, they can result from many common accidents, such as car crashes, falls, sports injuries, or workplace incidents. Filing a legal claim for a traumatic brain injury can be complicated. Many claims fall short because of inadequate medical evaluations,… Read More
How Much Compensation Do You Need for a Traumatic Brain Injury?
September 18th, 2023 | Brain injury
According to the CDC, 223,000 U.S. hospitalizations occurred due to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in 2019, with 190 TBI-related deaths in 2021. If you suffer a TBI in a vehicle accident, workplace incident, or slip-and-fall, it can disrupt your life, affecting work, daily tasks, and finances. In Missouri, you have the right to file for… Read More