What is a Traumatic Brain Injury?

In general, any kind of blow to the head or severe jostle can lead to traumatic brain injury (TBI). Falls are the number one cause, followed by auto accidents and blows to the head. Washington DC traumatic brain injury attorney Stuart L. Plotnick can help you fight for the compensation you need after such a traumatic injury.

Traumatic brain injuries are ranked by severity:

  • Mild
  • Moderate
  • Severe

If you have suffered a mild TBI, you might have lost consciousness for several seconds or a few minutes. You probably awakened feeling dazed or confused.

Moderate TBIs are often characterized by longer period of unconsciousness. This can last anywhere from a few minutes to several hours. If you have suffered this type of TBI, you may awake in a hospital, in a decreased mental state and with limited physical abilities.

Severe TBIs often have more serious impacts. With a serious TBI, you may suffer amnesia or slip into a coma. You may have permanent disabilities and a significant amount of brain damage.

If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury, please call 301-251-1286 today or contact the Law Offices of Stuart L. Plotnick, LLC for your consultation with an experienced Washington DC traumatic brain injury attorney. We represent clients in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC.