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A traumatic brain injury is typically caused by an external physical force or trauma that disrupts the function of the brain. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), at least 1.7 million traumatic brain injuries occur every year either as an isolated injury or along with other injuries. The specific types of brain injuries include:

• Hypoxic brain injury: A lack of oxygen to the brain can cause hypoxia. If the brain is deprived of an adequate oxygen supply for just four minutes, brain cells can start to die.
• Anoxia: This is an extreme form of hypoxia in which the brain is completely deprived of oxygen.
• Concussion: A concussion is the most common type of brain injury. A blow to the head can cause a concussion. This type of injury may occur in a contact sport such as football.
• Diffuse axonal injury: Lesions in the brain can lead to unconsciousness, frequently resulting in coma. Severe deceleration in a car accident is the most frequent cause of a diffuse axonal injury.
• Cerebral contusion: Bleeding in and around brain tissue can cause a bruise on the brain. A cerebral contusion can also lead to swelling in the brain and an increase in the amount of pressure in the skull.
• Penetrating head injury: This is an open head injury in which the outer membranes of the head are breached by an object. Penetration by an object can push skull fragments directly into the brain.

There are a variety of actionable causes of severe brain injuries. Catastrophic injuries happen, unfortunately, all too often.

• Motor vehicle accident
• Sports injury
• Slip and fall accident
• Workplace accident: A negligent employer should be held responsible for failing to maintain a safe workplace. Brain injuries often result from falls at construction sites.
• Medical malpractice: Examples of medical malpractice that can lead to brain damage include: a surgical error by a surgeon who unnecessarily nicks or perforates the brain; an anesthesia error by an anesthesiologist who fails to properly intubate a patient during surgery; a doctor who misdiagnoses a heart attack or stroke; a medical practitioner who improperly treats a disease like encephalitis, meningitis or diabetes.
• Birth injury: This is a specific kind of medical malpractice that is related to the negligent treatment of a newborn child immediately after birth.
• Aggravated assault: Acts of violence, such as a fistfight, can cause traumatic brain injuries.

The effects of a brain injury can be devastating. Severe brain injuries can necessitate costly surgeries and expensive hospital stays, in addition to physical therapy and rehabilitation. A brain injury may also decrease your quality of life by limiting or even eliminating your ability to socialize with others. Depending on the extent of your brain injury, you may no longer be capable of enjoying time with your friends, family and loved ones.

In the worst cases, a severe traumatic brain injury can cause wrongful death. If you have lost a loved one due to a traumatic brain injury, you may be entitled to compensation for funeral expenses and loss of consortium, in addition to other damages.

Speak with Skilled NJ Brain Injury Lawyers at Lombardi and Lombardi, P.A. about Your Traumatic Brain Injury

A brain injury is not always easy to detect. If you’ve been involved in a serious accident, it is imperative that you get screened for a possible brain injury. An MRI or CT scan can help doctors to identify and treat a brain injury.

If you’ve suffered a traumatic brain injury, you are also going to need to take the step of contacting an attorney. Although you may be eligible for government benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), they rarely cover the full cost of treatment for brain injuries. This can necessitate legal action.

At Lombardi and Lombardi, P.A., our attorneys have decades of experience with traumatic brain injury cases. We’ve helped numerous clients win their personal injury cases throughout New Jersey, including Monmouth, Ocean, and Middlesex counties. While you focus on your health and recovery, let us conduct a thorough investigation of what happened in your case to determine the liable parties. To schedule a free consultation, call us 732-906-1500 or use our online contact form. Our experienced personal injury attorneys can discuss your potential brain injury claim and explain the medical and legal issues involved in your case.