Concussion from an Accident & Accident Lawyers
A raised bump on the head, a span of unconsciousness, and blacking out are all common warning signs of a concussion - the most common type of injury during a car accident. The belief that a headache is the worst effect of a concussion can be a dangerous mistake, so medical attention after the collision can be imperative. While a concussion can be a relatively minor occurrence, it can lead to serious injury if left unexamined and untreated.
Because the brain is so soft and the skull is so hard, any sudden movement can cause the brain to slam against the inside of the skull even when there is no direct impact on the head. The brain takes up almost all the room in the skull; there is little room for it to move when it is suddenly shaken. Blood vessels can tear, nerves can get smashed, and even large areas of the brain may suffer compression damage. You should have your doctor run CAT scans to be sure everything is functioning correctly, and if he deems it appropriate, an MRI may allow him to see things a CAT scan won't show. These tests are expensive, and most medical insurance will not cover them until it is too late.
That is where your lawyer comes in. An experienced attorney knows how serious a concussion can be - and how extensive and expensive the necessary treatment becomes. Don't let varying statute of limitation laws (legal time constraints) impede or terminate your case before that happens. Click on your state to find an accident lawyer in your state or city or simply begin to fill out the free case review form today.
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