If you suffered a head or brain injury and now have expensive medical bills and therapy costs, you may wonder whether you can recover compensation for your injuries. Contact a lawyer who has experience handling brain injury cases to talk about your concerns.
Learn More About Brain Injury Cases
At the law firm of Kolker & Germeroth, L.L.C., we provide skilled representation to the victims of brain injuries in St. Louis and throughout Missouri. To learn more about how we handle these cases, see our Traumatic Brain Injuries page.
Below we have included basic information about brain injury cases. For answers to specific questions about your potential case, we encourage you to contact us today to speak with a dedicated personal injury lawyer.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brain Injuries
Q: How do you prove the existence of a brain injury?
A: There are several ways in which medical and psychological professionals diagnose brain injuries. The method will depend on the nature and extent of the injury. Some examples of diagnostic tools are MRIs, CT scans, PET scans and EEGs. In addition, professionals may study a person's behaviors, movements and personality.
Q: What disabilities are associated with a brain injury?
A: There are a wide range of possible effects of a brain injury depending on the location and severity of the injury. For example, a person may have altered muscle coordination, altered sensation, memory problems or even major personality changes.
Brain Injuries - An Overview
Depending on the severity and location of the injury, the effects of a brain injury can range from a minor annoyance to serious and life threatening. The study and diagnosis of head injuries is complex. There may be overt signs of the injury such as loss of speech and motor skills, or there may only be more subtle personality changes. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, a lawyer from Kolker & Germeroth, LLC in Clayton, Missouri, can explain your legal options and help you obtain compensation for your injuries.
The Brain and Its Functions
The human body is a complex system made up of multiple organs that all work together. The brain is the control center of the human body. It is exceedingly complex and has multiple vital duties. In fact, while scientists have long studied the brain, there is still much to learn. The brain is vital to the proper functioning of the body, reasoning and emotions. Brain injuries are often devastating to an individual and his or her family.
Brain Injury Litigation
Brain injury cases can be complex and difficult because of several factors. Defendants and insurance companies may not believe that the plaintiff has actually suffered a brain injury because many diagnostic tests fail to detect the injury. In addition, many individuals who suffer from a brain injury have memory loss and may not be able to remember the specifics of the accident that caused their injury. While these factors may make proving the brain injury more difficult, they do not necessarily preclude recovery for your injuries.
The Causes and Effects of Brain Injuries
The brain is central to thought, movement, emotion and vital bodily functions. Brain injuries may occur through work-related accidents, car accidents, slip and fall accidents, diseases or even from complications at birth. The potentially devastating effects of brain injuries are as widely varied as the injuries that cause them.
Diagnosing and Treating a Brain Injury
A permanent brain injury may be difficult to recognize or prove. Changes in a person's behavior or personality may be subtle. In any case, the earlier a brain injury is diagnosed, the earlier a person can begin a treatment program.
Brain Injury Resource Links
Brain Injury Association of America
BIAA provides information, education and support for the millions of Americans currently living with traumatic brain injury and their families.
American Physical Therapy Association
This site provides information regarding physical therapy for persons coping with the physical effects of brain injuries.
Coma Recovery Association
This organization provides advocacy, information, referrals and support for brain injury survivors, family members and friends.
The TBI Help Desk for Caregivers
TBI Help provides information for people caring for persons with traumatic brain injuries.
The American Academy of Neurology
An international association of neurologists and neuroscience professionals who are dedicated to providing care for patients with neurological disorders.
