“Do I Have A Case?”
Head injuries are among the most serious and complicated. If you suffer head trauma caused by another person’s negligence or wrongdoing, you deserve compensation. Whether you are involved in a car accident, slipped on a wet floor, or were hit by a falling object, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
If you or a loved one has had a debilitating head injury, contact Ajlouny Injury Law at (718) 233-3913 to discuss your case with one of our New York City head injury lawyers. Get the free legal advice you need to make the right choices about your case. Call today for a free consultation.
Types of Head Injuries
Head injuries generally occur because of external force to the head, neck, or body. Any sudden jolt can be life-threatening, resulting in a concussion, bleeding in or around the brain, fracture to the skull, or concussions or hematomas. Contact our New York City head injury lawyers today to discuss your legal options.
Types of head injuries resulting in liability include:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Brain hemorrhages
- Concussion
- Contusions
- Fractures
- Hematoma
Examples of Head Injuries
No matter the circumstances, it is always in your best interest to have your case reviewed by an NYC head injury lawyer. A lawyer can help you determine who may be held liable for your injuries and how to move forward with filing a claim for damages.
Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle sustaining serious head injuries, including left femoral fracture, right clavicular fracture, laceration of right anterior tibial area, fracture of the right medial malleolus, fracture of pubic rami, and severe head injury, including intracranial hemorrhage on the left parietal hemisphere and left frontal lobe intra-axial hematoma with a right temporal bone fracture.
Head Injury Sustained From Trip and Fall
A woman tripped and fell over the remnant of a no-parking sign striking her head and sustaining a skull fracture and an epidural hematoma. She required a craniotomy with evacuation of the hematoma and was left with severe cognitive dysfunction, depression, and disabling headaches. The jury awarded the woman an undisclosed amount for her future pain and suffering.
Falling Object Resulting in Concussion
A worker was injured when a stone fell on his head at a sewer extension. He was eventually treated for a concussion and a herniated disc.
Woman Struck by Truck
A woman was struck by a truck and knocked to the ground sustaining a traumatic brain injury. The TBI was manifested by a subarachnoid hemorrhage, a subdural hematoma (a collection of blood inside the skull but also inside the dura), and a diffuse axonal injury (the tearing of nerve tissue in the brain). Plaintiff’s doctors testified that she suffered post-accident brain deficits, including problems with short-term recall and executive function.
Traumatic Brain Injury Statistics
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major cause of death and disability in the United States. From 2006 to 2014, the number of TBI-related emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and deaths increased by 53%, according to the Center for Disease Control. In 2014, an average of 155 people in the United States died each day from injuries that include a TBI.
Those who survive a TBI can face effects that last a few days or the rest of their lives. Effects of TBI can include impairments related to thinking or memory, movement, sensation (e.g., vision or hearing), or emotional functioning (e.g., personality changes, depression). These issues not only affect individuals but also can have lasting effects on families and communities.
Head Injury Causes
Any traumatic impact or blow to the head can result in serious injury or death. It is imperative that you get examined by a medical professional immediately after any head injury. Some conditions may not be readily apparent, requiring a cat scan or further examination. Contact our office to speak directly with one of our NYC head injury lawyers today.
Common causes of head injuries include:
- Car accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Slip and falls
- Motorcycle accidents
- Truck accidents
- Workplace accidents
Sports injuries and assault are also responsible for many head injuries each year. If you have suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or other head trauma, get free legal advice from our New York City head injury lawyers.
Recovering Damages After a Head Injury
In order to recover damages after a head injury, you will have to show that another party was liable or responsible. Our New York City head injury lawyers will conduct an independent investigation to determine the cause or causes of your accident and who should be held accountable.
Depending on your accident and injuries, you may be able to recover compensation for:
- Pain and suffering
- Medical bills
- Future medical treatment
- Lost wages
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Mental anguish
Contact our office to discuss your injuries with one of our NYC head injury lawyers that can help determine how much your case is worth and who you should pursue damages against. Depending on your case, there may be one or more parties that can be held liable for your injuries.
It is important to note that you should never accept a settlement from an insurance company without having your case reviewed by an attorney. Never settle for less than your case is worth.
Contact Ajlouny Injury Law Today
Head injuries can require years of rehabilitation. For many people, head injuries can leave them unable to work, drive, or engage in normal activities. If your head injury was caused by another person’s negligence or wrongful conduct, you may be entitled to compensation. You should never have to pay for someone else’s wrongdoing.
Contact Ajlouny Injury Law today to discuss your case. We offer free legal advice and free second opinions. Even if another law firm rejected your case, we may be able to help. Call (718) 233-3913 to speak with one of our NYC head injury lawyers today. We have recovered millions on behalf of our clients.
