Brain Injuries After Truck Accidents
Attorney Jeff Weinstein is committed to getting justice for injured motorists
Truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries due to the immense force and size of commercial vehicles. One of the most serious outcomes is a traumatic brain injury (TBI), which can have long-term or permanent effects on your health, daily life, and ability to work.
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in a truck accident, it’s important to understand your legal rights and the options available to you. A Texas truck accident brain injury lawyer at Weinstein Law can help you get the compensation you need for medical bills, lost wages, and ongoing care.
What are the most common truck accident brain injuries?
The sheer force of a truck accident often leads to severe head injuries, even if victims are wearing seatbelts or are protected by airbags.
Some common brain injuries after truck accidents include:
- Concussions: While often considered a milder form of TBI, concussions can cause serious cognitive problems if left untreated. They result from the brain being shaken within the skull.
- Contusions: Bruising of the brain tissue is usually caused by a direct impact to the head. In truck accidents, contusions can occur when the head strikes the steering wheel, dashboard, or another part of the vehicle.
- Diffuse axonal injury (DAI): This is a severe injury caused by the brain’s nerve fibers being torn due to rapid acceleration or deceleration. DAIs can result in long-term cognitive impairment or permanent disability.
What are the signs of a head injury after a truck accident?
Knowing the signs of a head injury after a truck accident is important for early intervention and treatment. Some tell-tale signs of a TBI include:
Brain fog and memory loss
Brain fog refers to mental cloudiness or confusion, as well as struggling with concentration, decision-making, and other cognitive functions. These impairments can last for weeks or months and limit your ability to return to work or engage in daily activities.
Memory loss is a common symptom following a brain injury, particularly after a high-impact truck accident. Crash victims often suffer from an inability to recall important information, which can affect both their personal lives and their legal case.
If memory loss makes it difficult to remember details about your truck accident or testify, Attorney Jeff Weinstein can help gather necessary evidence and build a strong case.
Loss of consciousness and coma
Many truck accident victims lose consciousness due to the severity of the head impact. This can range from a brief blackout to a prolonged state of unconsciousness. In severe cases, victims may fall into a coma, requiring immediate medical attention and intensive care.
The duration and severity of unconsciousness are often used as indicators of the seriousness of a TBI. Jeff can ensure that the full extent of your injury is reflected in your claim.
Headache and long-term effects
One of the most persistent symptoms of head injuries after truck accidents is chronic headaches. These can range from mild tension headaches to debilitating migraines or post-traumatic headaches. Many victims experience ongoing pain, which can affect their quality of life and ability to work.
When pursuing a claim, be sure to track the frequency and intensity of your headaches, as they can serve as evidence of long-term complications after a truck accident.
How are truck accident head injuries treated?
Treating head injuries from truck accidents often involves a multi-faceted approach, depending on the severity of your TBI, the specific type of head injury, and your overall condition. Treatment typically includes:
Stabilization
In the immediate aftermath of a truck accident, emergency responders prioritize stabilizing the patient. This includes ensuring the airway is clear, monitoring breathing, and controlling bleeding. If there’s any suspicion of a head or spinal injury, the patient’s neck is immobilized to prevent further damage.
Medication
Over-the-counter pain relievers, such as acetaminophen, may be used to manage headaches, but NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) are generally avoided initially, as they can increase the risk of bleeding.
Surgery
In severe cases, truck accident brain injuries may require surgery. Procedures such as craniotomy or decompressive surgery are often performed to relieve pressure on the brain and prevent further damage.
Long-term care
Long-term care, physical therapy, and the need for lifestyle adjustments can greatly impact a victim’s future. A skilled brain injury lawyer will work to ensure that your claim covers these future medical needs, maximizing the brain injury compensation you deserve.
Follow up care
You may need regular follow-ups with neurologists or neuropsychologists to monitor recovery and adjust your treatment plan. Ongoing MRIs or CT scans may be used to check the brain’s healing progress and rule out complications such as delayed hematomas or atrophy.
How do I seek brain injury compensation after a truck accident in Texas?
If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, you have the right to seek compensation from the insurance company representing the truck driver and/or trucking company. However, the at-fault parties may go to great lengths to hide any wrongdoing on their part. Plus, the insurance companies may use tactics to reduce their payouts.
That’s why you need an experienced Texas brain injury attorney who understands the worth of your claim, how to investigate truck accidents, and how to fight for maximum compensation. Attorney Jeff Weinstein has been helping truck accident victims throughout Henderson County for over 20 years. That includes recovering $122,750 for a client who sustained a head injury in a crash with an 18-wheeler.
Plus, our Brain Trauma Specialist works closely with Jeff and his legal team to ensure every aspect of your recovery is accounted for. They can offer accurate evaluations, personalized treatment plans, and authoritative testimony to maximize your compensation.
Whether your claim is worth $10,000 or over $1 million, Jeff will take on the trucking companies and their insurers, and fight to recover every dollar owed to you in damages. To learn more, contact us online or call our law office in Athens to schedule your free consultation.