Minneapolis Coup & Contrecoup Injury Lawyer
When an individual suffers a severe impact to the head, that person may experience a brain injury on either the side of impact or the direct opposite side of impact. These collisions, known as coup and contrecoup injuries, have the potential to seriously and negatively affect the victim.
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If you have suffered a coup or contrecoup brain injury, you could be entitled to compensation from the responsible party. The Minneapolis Traumatic Brain Injury Attorneys of Terry, Slane & Ruohonen will help you fight for your rights. Our attorneys are experts in the area of traumatic brain injury. Partner Rich Ruohonen is frequently invited to speak on the topic of brain injuries. Contact us today at 612-362-0000 for more information on how we can help you.
What are Coup and Contrecoup Brain Injuries?
When the head has suffered a serious collision with an impact force – perhaps the individual has been hit with an object or has fallen and landed on their head – the brain may be jostled around. There is fluid in place to suspend and shield this central organ from impact forces and from hitting the inside of the skull, but large forces may overcome the protection capabilities of the cerebral liquid.
- Coup brain injuries occur when the skull is compressed enough to impact the brain. They result from a heavy impact to the skull, and will occur in the region that has been hit.
- Contrecoup brain injuries occur when the brain moves inside its cavity and hits the wall of the skull. These typically occur in the region directly opposite of the impact force.
Minneapolis Coup & Contrecoup Injury Lawyer
If you or someone you love has been afflicted with a coup or contrecoup brain injury, you may be entitled to compensation for the damages done. Please contact Minneapolis coup & contrecoup injury lawyer Terry, Slane & Ruohonen, PLLC today at 612-362-0000 to speak directly to an attorney.
