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Over 1.4 million people sustain traumatic brain injuries each year, with more than 50,000 dying as a result. Brain injuries frequently occur during an accident, particularly when an individual sustains a traumatic blow or jolt to the head. Unfortunately, they are also sometimes caused as a result of medical malpractice . One thing is always true, however. The consequences of brain injury are always devastating.
If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury as a result of medical malpractice, please contact us to speak with a qualified personal injury lawyer who can evaluate your claim and determine your eligibility to seek compensation for your losses and suffering.
Malpractice and Brain Injuries
Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor or other healthcare professional fails, whether intentionally or not, to provide a patient with a standard level of care. Types of medical malpractice that can result in a brain injury include but are not limited to the following:
Head trauma, brain tumors, aneurysms, and other brain-related conditions can all lead to a severe brain injury, or even death if left untreated. Failure to diagnose a condition in a timely manner to prevent further injury is also a type of medical malpractice.
Brain Injury and Your Legal Rights
Brain injuries can have severe, and far-reaching repercussions on many facets a victim''s life. Some of the potential physical, emotional, and monetary costs that may result from a brain injury include:
Brain injuries can completely and permanently change the lives of victims and their families. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury as a consequence of medical negligence or malpractice, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. Please contact us today for a free consultation with a caring and experienced personal injury lawyer who can answer your questions and help you seek the justice you deserve.
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Brain Injury Association - a private, non-profit national advocacy organization providing services to persons with brain injury and their families.
The Center for Neuro Skills - website is a resource based website that helps individuals cope with brain injury rehabilitation.
Brain Injury Society - Organization committed to empowering persons living with conditions caused by a brain injury. The organization works with clients, families and caregivers to identify strategies and techniques to maximize the new found potentials for a stronger recovery.