Whether as a result of a motor vehicle accident or other type of accident injury, a closed head injury or brain injury can have a significant impact on your life. At Graves Richard Harris LLP we understand the implications and potential challenges of dealing with a serious brain injury. Our team of lawyers offer experienced representation and dedicated support to help clients throughout southwestern Ontario seek fair and adequate compensation for their injuries and losses.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Those who are involved in serious car accidents, commercial truck accidents or motorcycle accidents, among other motor vehicle accidents, are at a higher risk of sustaining traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBIs such as a stroke or internal bleeding in the brain can cause permanent brain damage that often requires lifelong care. If your loved one has suffered a TBI, we investigate the full impact of the injury and work to ensure you have access to the right services to meet your loved one's needs, from ongoing medical treatment to home modification to long-term disability benefits.
Diagnosing Mild Brain Injuries
Minor brain injuries such as those sustained from a concussion or a slip-and-fall accident can be tough to diagnose, even when using advanced imaging technology such as a CT scan or MRI. Some individuals may therefore have more difficulty obtaining the compensation they need to cope with a mild traumatic brain injury (MBTI). Common symptoms of MBTI are:
- Forgetfulness
- Lack of or difficulty with comprehension
- Slurred speech or language problems
- Lack of coordination
- Emotional or behavioural issues such as irritability or mood swings
As experienced personal injury lawyers, we can often recognize the symptoms of MBTI and refer you to professionals who specialize in its diagnosis and treatment. We will then work with insurance providers to obtain the accident benefits you need to handle the expenses associated with testing, treatment, ongoing rehabilitation or therapy, if necessary, and other economic needs.
Contact Our Head Injury Lawyers Serving Niagara Falls and the Kitchener-Waterloo Region
At Graves Richard Harris, we are committed to helping our clients obtain the benefits they need following a personal injury. To schedule a free, one-hour consultation with one of our St. Catharines brain injury lawyers, contact us at 289-438-2213 or call our Kitchener office at 519-772-6797.
