Brain injuries range from mild (concussions) to severe. Even mild to moderate brain injuries can cause lasting harm. In this free resource, survivors and their loved ones can learn more about the lifelong impact of traumatic brain injuries. They can also learn how a personal injury claim might help alleviate the financial burdens of a brain injury.

1. Traumatic Brain Injuries
UNPACKING THE IMPACT ON SURVIVORS AND THEIR FAMILIES
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2. Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) often have a severe and lasting
impact on survivors and their loved ones, affecting all areas
of life.
TBIs CAN BE CLASSIFIED INTO TWO BROAD CATEGORIES:
Mild TBIs (concussions) Moderate to severe TBIs

3. Concussions
Concussions involve shearing and tearing of sensitive brain
tissues resulting from a sudden jarring impact.
Falls Sports
Motor vehicle accidents Assaults (including domestic violence)
COMMON CAUSES OF CONCUSSIONS

4. Immediate Signs Of A Concussion
These signs of a concussion can differ in individuals.
Loss of consciousness
Vomiting and nausea
A dazed feeling
Poor coordination
Blurred vision
Disorientation
Dizziness
Confusion
Slow speech
Light sensitivity

5. Concussion Symptoms
Symptoms of a concussion can vary in individuals.
Headache
Amnesia
Forgetfulness and confusion
Mental fog
Light sensitivity
Fatigue
Inability to concentrate
Sleep disturbances
Blurred vision
Anxiety and depression

6. Diagnosis And Treatment
Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential for improving
the chances of a full recovery.

7. Moderate To Severe TBIs
Moderate to severe TBIs can cause significant long-term impairments.

8. Severe TBIs
Severe TBIs can result from:
Car accidents
Motorcycle wrecks
Gunshot wounds
Assaults and abuse
Falls
Explosions
Carbon monoxide poisoning

9. Medical Malpractice And TBIs.
Medical malpractice can also cause severe TBIs.
Surgical and anesthesia
errors, such as negligent
monitoring
Birth injuries to either the
mother or baby, including
negligent assisted deliveries
(forceps or vacuum extraction)
and negligent Cesarean
sections
Improper intubation and
inadequate oxygen monitoring
while intubated
MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE THAT CAN CONTRIBUTE TO TBIs
Medication errors that can
lead to brain bleeds and
hypoxia
Excessive blood loss and
failure to perform a timely
transfusion
Errors diagnosing or treating
serious medical conditions
such as heart attacks,
strokes, pulmonary
embolisms and aneurysms

10. The Impact Of TBIs
The impacts of a moderate to severe TBI are often lifelong.1

11. Financial Impact Of TBIs
Severe TBIs come with staggering financial ramifications.

12. A successful personal injury claim can
help survivors and their loved ones
obtain the compensation they need to
have the highest quality of life for the
rest of their lives.

13. Brain Injury Resources
for TBI survivors and families
The Alabama Head Injury Foundation, a local nonprofit, provides care coordination,
support groups, counseling services, respite care and TBI camps.
The Brain Injury Association Of America is a national nonprofit dedicated to
improving the lives of everyone impacted by TBIs. There is an Alabama chapter.
The Brain Trauma Foundation offers TBI support groups throughout Alabama.
The Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services offers programs and services
to connect TBI survivors with the support they need.
The Alabama Disability Advocates Program provides services and advocacy for
people with disabilities, including TBI-related impairments.

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15. Source Information
1 “Moderate to Severe Traumatic Brain Injury is a Lifelong Condition,” Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/pdf/moderate_to_severe_tbi_lifelong-a.pdf
2 “Moderate and Severe TBI,” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/moderate-severe/ (adjusted for inflation to 2022 dollars)
3 Chandi Edmonds, “The Steep Cost of Brain Injury Recovery,” Next Avenue (Dec. 28, 2015),
https://www.nextavenue.org/the-steep-cost-of-brain-injury-recovery/ (adjusted for inflation to 2022
dollars)