Traumatic Brain Injury Attorneys in Miami, FL

Serious accidents can occur unexpectedly, regardless of where you are—at work, on the road, or even during a vacation. Tragically, some incidents result in a traumatic brain injury (TBI). For those in the greater Miami area who have sustained such injuries due to the actions of another party, pursuing brain damage lawsuits can provide a means to cover medical costs, compensate for lost wages, and address the profound pain and suffering inflicted by these catastrophic injuries. The team of TBI attorneys here at Cecere Santana’s Coral Gables offices is familiar helping clients file a claim and negotiate settlements in based traumatic brain injury cases.

What Exactly is a Traumatic Brain Injury?

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a term that refers to injuries relating to the scalp, brain, and skull. They can occur as a result of a violent jolt or blow to the head or due to a penetrating injury.

Types of Traumatic Brain Injuries

Brain injuries are known as “invisible injuries.” Although you cannot immediately see the injury effects, the damage is there. The type and length of medical care you may need, depends on a variety of factors such as:

• • The injury location
  • The severity of the damage
  • How it was acquired

Concussions

Concussions are caused by an impact to the head, shaking or a sudden change in movement, such as whiplash. In Miami-Dade County, this type of damage often occurs in automobile and slip and fall accidents. While concussions may not always manifest on imaging tests, they should be treated with utmost seriousness. These injuries can induce memory loss, disorientation, headaches, and difficulties concentrating. Sustaining a second concussion before the first has fully healed can even lead to a condition known as second impact syndrome, which could come with severe consequences.

Brain Contusions

Often referred to as a bruise, a contusion occurs when a blood vessel or capillary leaks into the nearby tissue. However, when such bruising transpires within the brain, the pressure from the leakage has no outlet. Symptoms of a mild to moderate brain injury of this nature may include loss of consciousness, emotional distress, agitation, and confusion. If it is severe, swelling often develops between 48 and 72 hours after the injury, which can reduce the brain’s oxygen levels. CT scans can quickly and accurately diagnose this type of injury.

Penetrating Brain Injuries

When an external force or object of some kind pierces the skull and makes contact with the brain, the force can cause severe damage. Symptoms can range from heavy bleeding from the ears or head, seizures, loss of consciousness, movement, or feeling in the extremities to coma. Depending on your condition, blood tests, an MRI or CT scan can be used to determine the severity of the injury.

Anoxic Brain Injuries

When there is a blockage of blood flow, the brain doesn’t get enough oxygen to function correctly. . Four to five minutes after the blockage, brain cells begin to die and an injury occurs. Trauma, such as a stroke or a heart attack, can cause this type of injury.

Common Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries in the Miami Area

There are a wide range of situations that can result in brain trauma in Broward and Miami-Dade counties.

• • Bicycle accidents in Miami and other cities are on the rise as more people are trying to save on gas, reduce emissions, and live healthier. Lack of appropriate protective gear, such as helmets could result in a TBI injury in a collision with another bicycle, object, or vehicle.
  • Medical negligence caused by medication or anesthesia errors can result in brain damage and cognitive impairment that affects them for the rest of their lives.
  • Vehicle-related accidents such as a car, truck, and motorcycle collisions can have life-altering consequences. Your life or that of a loved one can change in a moment.
  • Workplace accidents such as a slip and fall under hazardous conditions can result in a TBI.

Miami based attorneys for brain damage can help ensure you get the medical attention you need and look out for your best interest while you focus on healing.

Contact Us Today

Cecere Santana in Miami has experience representing clients with traumatic brain injuries, caused by misconduct or negligence of another party. Our TBI lawyers in our Coral Gables offices ensure you know your rights, understand your options, and fight for the maximum compensation you’re entitled to. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. We can meet with you at the hospital, home or work in the Miami area. Remember we also provide legal services for TBI cases to residents of Fort Lauderdale in addition to Miami.

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