Los Angeles Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer
A traumatic brain injury – also known as a TBI, head injury, or concussion – is caused either by a severe whiplash or a direct blow to the head that is hard enough that either your brain moves within your skull or the blow penetrates your skull and damages the soft tissue of your brain.
With a traumatic brain injury – or a head injury you often experience a loss of consciousness. Sometimes only momentarily. In fact, it might be so quick that you and the people around you might not even notice that you lost consciousness but think you are dazed.
Frequent causes of brain injuries include:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Bicycle Crashes
- Slip and Falls
- Sports
- Guns
- Physical Violence
Concussions Are Brain Injuries
Almost 3.8 million Americans suffer concussions from sports and recreational injuries each year, according to an article on the website Modern Mom.
Long considered “minor” injuries, concussions can be serious in themselves. Multiple concussions can multiply injuries in the brain.
Children and especially teens are susceptible to concussions from playing football, soccer, basketball, rugby, or other sports. Concussions also are common results of playground or bicycle accidents.
Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms
A brain injury, head injury, or concussion is usually noticed right away. But sometimes signs do not appear for days or even weeks. Typical brain injury symptoms include:
- Headaches that won’t go away
- Lack of concentration
- Memory issues
- Easily confused
- Slower thinking, speaking, acting or reading
- Lack of energy or motivation
- Light-headedness
- Dizziness or loss of balance
- Nausea
- Sensitivity to light or sound (ringing in ears)
- Loss of a sense of smell or taste
- A change in personality
Brain Injuries Caused By the Wrongdoing of Others
Not all brain injuries or head injuries result in a lawsuit. However, if your or a loved one’s brain injuries were caused by the carelessness or wrongdoing of another, or because of a defective product, you may need a traumatic brain injury attorney.
Los Angeles traumatic brain injury attorney Cyrus Shahriari is experienced with the medicine and the law that govern traumatic brain injury lawsuits. He has the medical expertise to explain how your brain injuries effected your life and the legal expertise to demonstrate the damages you and your family suffered.
What Compensation for Your Brain Injury Can Mean To You
If you are a head injury or traumatic brain injury victim, you may be facing significant work and lifestyle changes. You might need cognitive rehabilitation or another form of therapy.
Los Angeles traumatic brain injury lawyer Cyrus Shahriari will consult with health and life care specialists, vocational experts, economists, and other technical experts to determine what your traumatic brain injury has cost you – and how you deserve to be compensated. As part of telling your story, Cyrus will speak with your friends, family members, co-workers, and other acquaintances to put together an accurate picture of your life before your severe brain injury – and after the head injury.
A Consultation is Free
Los Angeles traumatic brain injury lawyer Cyrus Shahriari offers a free, no-obligation consultation. After he hears your story, Cyrus will be able to tell you what legal options may be available to you.
At The Shahriari Law Firm traumatic brain injury lawsuits are taken on a contingency basis. This means that you pay nothing until your case is resolved in your favor.
When Should I Speak with a Brain Injury Attorney?
Right away. There are statutes of limitations (deadlines) that dictate how long you have to file your lawsuit or legal claim. If you miss the deadline – no matter what the reason – you may forever lose your ability to be compensated for your head injury or traumatic brain injury.
Contact a Los Angeles Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney Today
If you have suffered a head injury or traumatic brain injury – or you have lost a loved one because of a head injury or brain injury – contact Cyrus Shahriari today.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are sports the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in kids?
A: A recent study determined that the leading cause of traumatic brain injury in children typically depends on the child’s age. For infants and children up to 4 years old, the study found that the leading cause of traumatic brain injury was home furnishings, particularly beds. Among children ages 5 to 19, sports and recreation were the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries.
Q: Can I sue for my child’s sports injury?
A: You may be able to sue for your child’s sports injury if negligence is involved. Though it’s unlikely you can sue if your child is injured in the normal course of playing a sport, how the coach or league handles the situation may make them liable for negligence. Most children’s sports teams have strict protocols that are to be followed if a child is suspected of suffering a concussion. If these protocols are not followed, that may be negligence. Since there are so many elements that will determine your legal options, call Cyrus Shahriari at 310 424 5557 for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Q: When should I contact a lawyer after I suffered a brain injury?
A: The best answer to when you should contact a lawyer after a brain injury — or any injury — is as soon as possible. This permits your attorney to preserve evidence, start an investigation into who is liable for your damages, and to interview witnesses. If you are unable to afford medical care, your attorney can also arrange for you to have medical care on lien (where you pay when the case is resolved). There also are statutes of limitation by which time you must file a lawsuit if you intend to.
Q: How long does a brain injury lawsuit take to resolve?
A: There is no definite answer to this question.