Not long ago, people erroneously believed that concussions were a minor injury with little or no long-term side effects. In large part because of professional athletes’ efforts to receive compensation for the effects of concussions received on the football field or ice rink, people have begun to realize that concussions pose a danger and can result in deadly neurological diseases such as CTE or Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy. Clients frequently come to me complaining of concussion-like symptoms after a car accident. It is one of the most common injuries associated with car accidents, but what exactly are the signs of a concussion? I have written the following blog post to help you understand if you have suffered a concussion in a car accident.
If you or a loved one were injured in a car accident, you must find experienced counsel to help you attain your fair share of compensation for damage to your car, injuries, your loss of income, pain, and suffering. Barrett Law has the experience to help you if you have been injured in a car accident. Contact us now at (800) 707-9577.
What is a Concussion?
Your brain is the size of two fists and floats in a thin layer of fluid inside your skull. Usually, it floats freely and is insulated from jostling and jolting by the fluid surrounding it. A concussion occurs when your brain moves quickly and hits the front or back of your skull.
Signs You May Have a Post-Accident Concussion
Loss of Consciousness—this is one of the most straightforward concussion symptoms. When your brain strikes the inside of your skull, your body sometimes loses consciousness to protect itself. Accordingly, a loss of consciousness is a strong concussion indicator.
Memory Loss—another strong symptom of a concussion is memory loss. If you cannot remember your accident or have problems remembering details after the crash such as dates and names, you are likely suffering from concussion symptoms.
Disorientation or Dizziness—if you are disoriented or dizzy after an accident, it may be because your brain is bleeding from contact with your skull. This is a significant symptom of a concussion and requires immediate medical attention.
Nausea or Vomiting—these are symptoms of a concussion, as your brain’s jostling can result in an ongoing feeling that the body is in motion.
Lingering Headache—a headache may be caused by many things after an accident, including whiplash and other injuries. But a lingering headache that does not go away may be caused by bruising on the brain.
Changes Sleep Patterns—a concussion can result in insomnia or an excessive amount of sleep. If your sleep patterns alter after an accident, you may have a concussion.
What Should You Do If You or a Loved One Has Been Injured in a Car Accident?
If you or a family member were injured in a car accident, you might have a viable personal injury claim for the damage to your car, the time you have been out of work, the costs of your treatment and rehabilitation, your pain and suffering, and other damages. Let experienced counsel take care of organizing your bills, attaining statements from expert witnesses, and dealing with the other parties’ attorneys. These are just a few of the critical, complex tasks that a personal injury attorney will handle for you while you concentrate on healing and getting back on your feet again.
Call Barrett Law now, an experienced Mississippi personal injury law firm, to represent you if you have suffered an injury due to an accident. Contact us now at (800) 707-9577.
