Injuries can happen at any time and anywhere, due to a wide range of causes. People spend numerous hours each week in their vehicles, at work, and shopping, all of which may involve accidents and injuries. Unfortunately, in many situations injuries can lead to more than pain and suffering, they can lead to lost wages, massive medical bills, and permanent disabilities. If your injuries were caused by someone else’s negligence, carelessness, or malicious behavior, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Seeking compensation for your injuries is a complex process, so it’s important to contact Tyroler Injury Law to assist you with the process of filing a personal injury claim. Here are some common injuries that lead to personal injury claims.
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Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
One of the most common as well as dangerous types of personal injury claims is a traumatic brain injury, also referred to as a TBI. Traumatic brain injuries are a type of injury in which the brain and the skull suffer damage resulting from a strong, physical impact on the head. This type of injury can come from blunt force trauma when an object strikes the head or even from violent jerking movements of your head as well. A traumatic brain injury can increase the risk of causing severe brain damage that may affect your cognitive functions and there is a significant risk for permanent damage. Some common traumatic brain injuries often include:
- Brain concussions
- Concussions
- A penetrating brain injury
- Diffuse axonal injuries
Traumatic brain injuries can cause a variety of damages as well as various levels of damage. For instance, a concussion can be considered a milder injury than a penetrating brain injury; however, any degree of injury can be significant and should be examined by a medical professional immediately following the accident.
Neck Injuries
It’s common for people to assume that the only way the spine can be damaged is through an injury to the back. However, your back isn’t the way damage to the spine can occur, your neck is also at significant risk of a serious injury in an accident, including the top of your spine. One of the most common types of neck injury is known as whiplash, which often occurs in an automobile accident. Whiplash injury happens when your head is violently jerked back and forth when there is an impact on your vehicle. The violent jerking motion can cause damage to your neck that may not be apparent for a few days after the accident. When the injury isn’t treated appropriately, it can lead to dangerous complications.
Back Injuries
One of the most common types of personal injury claims due to accidents is back injuries. A back injury can happen from a variety of accidents, such as slipping and falling on ice or a spill in the grocery store to trauma from an automobile accident. Your back houses one of the most important things in your body, the spinal cord. Damage to your spinal cord can cause issues with the functions it is intended to do, including providing structure to your body as well as relaying nerve information to and from your brain. A spinal injury can be serious and may lead to permanent damage to your spinal cord. This type of injury is generally thought to be one of the most significant types of back injuries. If you suffer damage to your spinal cord due to fractured vertebrae, a slipped disc, or other types of trauma, you may be at risk of incontinence, paralysis, and/or sensory issues.
Burn Injuries
Several types of accidents often involve hot surfaces or flammable substances that may cause serious burns to someone. A burn injury may consist of more than simply being exposed to fire. For instance, hot liquids, hot surfaces, and chemicals can cause serious burns. There are different degrees of burns, ranging from first degree to third degree. Third-degree burns can cause damage to internal organs and lead to infection, which may ultimately lead to death.
Fractured and Broken Bones
Although a fractured or broken bone may not seem like a serious injury, injured bones can lead to serious damages. Many injured bones can be treated with a cast and therapy, and they will generally be as good as new in a few weeks; however, some breaks, such as a broken pelvis, damage to the skull bones, or damage to the vertebrae can be extremely dangerous and may possibly never fully heal. Broken bones may not only be painful, but they can have a significant impact on your ability to work, which can ultimately affect your income.
If you have been injured in an accident that was caused by the negligence of someone else, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Personal injury claims fall on the negligent party that was responsible for your accident, but proving negligence is a time-consuming process that requires a great deal of evidence. For this reason, it’s essential that you talk with an experienced personal injury attorn eyexperienced personal injury attorney to guide you through the process.
