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New Brain Injury Treatments Offer Hope

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Recent advancements in brain injury treatment are offering renewed hope for individuals with traumatic brain injuries (TBI). From precision therapies to innovative technologies, researchers are targeting specific causes of brain damage and improving outcomes for patients. Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) One groundbreaking approach is the use of deep brain stimulation (DBS) to restore cognitive functions … Read more

Why Are TBIs so Costly?

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Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) are among the most complex and costly injuries to treat and manage due to the brain’s intricacy, the need for specialized care, and the lifelong implications these injuries often entail. The high costs associated with TBI management stem from several critical factors, including the intensity of acute care, the need for … Read more

How Alaska Personal Injury Law Affects TBI Claims

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Alaska personal injury law encompasses various legal issues related to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs).  These laws focus on ensuring that victims receive proper compensation, protection, and support. Understanding the nuances of these laws is important for victims and their families to navigate the legal landscape effectively.  A personal injury lawyer can provide guidance during this … Read more

The Most Common Problems Associated with TBI

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Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a complex condition that can lead to a number of physical, cognitive, emotional, and social challenges. The effects of TBI vary widely depending on the severity, location, and specific circumstances of the injury. However, several common problems are frequently associated with TBI, impacting individuals’ daily functioning, quality of life, and … Read more

How Brain Injuries Impact Everyday Life

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Brain injuries are some of the most devastating personal injuries imaginable.  Even a minor traumatic brain injury, or TBI, can have a significant impact on a person’s everyday life. These injuries can result from falls, car accidents, sports injuries, or medical conditions like strokes. When the brain is injured, it can affect almost every aspect … Read more

Prevent Traumatic Brain Injury From Outdoor Activities

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Everyone loves enjoying the summer months with outdoor activities, especially in places where winter is so cold!  However, being outdoors can also pose safety hazards that should not be ignored.  There is often a surge in personal injuries during the summer months as people are outside and more active.  Following some basic safety tips may help to prevent many of these injuries.

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ATV Accidents On the Rise

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Nothing could be more exciting than riding a speeding snowmobile or a fast-moving ATV across the beautiful Alaskan landscape, but this recreational activity comes at a steep cost for some.  ATV accidents tend to cause serious life-changing and life-threatening injuries, particularly among young people, and the number of these types of accidents seems to be increasing.

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Alaska Leads Nation in TBI Deaths

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Alaska currently leads the nation in death related to traumatic brain injury, according to the University of Alaska.  Mayor Mark Springer of Bethel notes that TBIs affect many Alaska residents, often due to the common use of utility vehicles and snowmobiles.  He also notes that the use of head protection such as helmets can reduce … Read more

How TBIs and SCIs Impact the Economy

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Certain types of personal injury accidents are not strictly “personal.”  They have an effect on the families and communities of the people who suffer them.  While the personal effects may be the most noticeable and dramatic, both traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and spinal cord injuries (SCIs) have an impact on the economy as well.

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The Terrible Toll of TBI

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Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is one of the most serious of all types of injury.  It involves trauma to various areas of the brain, and the results can range from mild to devastating.  Understanding more about TBI can make it easier to know how to handle the aftermath of these injuries, particularly as it involves increased living expenses and medical costs.  For those who have suffered a TBI, it is critical to receive compensation to pay for treatment.

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How Traumatic Brain Injuries Impact Families

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Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, affect more than 1.5 million Americans per year, according to the Centers for Disease Control.  However, what these statistics do not show is how many other people are affected–people such as family, friends, and coworkers.  This number is far greater than the actual number of victims and increases the already astronomical … Read more

Slip and Fall and TBI: How They Connect

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Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI, remains one of the most costly and serious types of personal injury.  However, many people assume that deadly TBIs occur in things like vehicle accidents or from violence such as a gunshot wound or assault with a blunt object.  In reality, slip and fall accidents account for about half of … Read more

The Connection Between Traumatic Head and Spinal Cord Injuries

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Many people, including many doctors, view traumatic head injuries as separate events from spinal cord injuries.  This can often lead to misdiagnosis of SCIs when a traumatic brain injury is also present.  According to a study from Brazil,  spinal cord injuries involving the cervical, or neck, portion of the spine are most likely to be misdiagnosed when head trauma is also present.

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TBIs Explained

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Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is one of the most common causes of serious, long-term disability and death from all types of accidents.  TBIs are common after a vehicle crash or a fall, especially from a significant height such as a ladder.  TBIs contribute to millions of dollars annually in medical visits, hospitalizations, surgeries, and long-term loss of physical and mental ability.

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New TBI Treatments Hold Out Hope

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According to an article from the Association of American Medical Colleges, there are several new treatments on the horizon for traumatic brain injuries or TBIs.  These treatments hold out hope for the present and future victims of TBIs that recovery may be possible in cases that previously would have resulted in a lifetime of disability.

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How Much Does A Brain Injury Cost?

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Traumatic brain injuries or TBIs are some of the most costly personal injuries.  According to the Centers for Disease Control, there are more than 2 million brain injuries per year, with about 100,000 deaths and 500,000 injuries so serious they require hospitalization.  The total lifetime cost to society of TBIs is around $76 billion.  This includes medical costs, lost time at work, and other expenses paid, in some cases, by taxpayers, such as social services.  Clearly, TBIs are an expensive problem, but how can a personal injury attorney estimate the cost to an individual in order to negotiate a fair payment of a claim?

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Can A Helmet Save You In A Motorcycle Accident?

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The latest news about motorcycle accidents is encouraging: overall, motorcycle fatalities have been declining for the past few years. However, there is also bad news: motorcycle helmet use has declined during the same period, leading to a possible increase in preventable deaths.

Motorcycle helmets are estimated to prevent about 37 percent of fatalities in accidents, so about one in three motorcycle fatalities might have been prevented if the driver had worn a helmet. On the other hand, in two-thirds of all fatal motorcycle accidents, a helmet would not have prevented the death.

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The Truth About Brain Injuries

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Brain injuries are among the most catastrophic of personal injuries.  According to the Centers for Disease Control, brain injuries are responsible for more than 2.8 million emergency room visits per year, with over 56,000 of these injuries leading to death.  When a victim has sustained a brain injury, the lifelong outlook can be grim.  Assuming the victim survives the injury, he or she may be facing a lifetime of medical costs and reduced capabilities.

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Medical Study Means More Rehab for Brain Injury Victims

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A study from the University of California – San Diego has revealed that longer and more intensive rehabilitation sessions are essential to a patient’s recovery from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). The news will most likely result in far-reaching effects – particularly to the insurance industry, which typically wants to cover rehab merely to the … Read more

Older TBI Patients At Higher Risk for Dementia

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A new study suggests that even a mild concussion after the age of 65 could increase the risk of developing dementia. Head injuries seem to be much more damaging to older people than to those of middle age or younger, but experts are not sure why. Some have suggested that the younger brain is simply … Read more