Minneapolis Head Trauma Lawyer
Incidents of head trauma are common, but there is nothing routine about head trauma. Even a slight jolt can bruise the brain. Every case of head trauma should be watched closely and if you are not sure the extent of the injury you should seek medical attention.
If someone in your family has suffered head trauma, in an accident that was not their fault, you may be feeling anxiety over the future. Call an experienced Minneapolis Head Trauma Lawyer at 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form. It is free and we will discuss your options.
About Head Trauma
Head trauma can occur from a slip and fall accident, pedestrian accident, or motor vehicle accident. There are different ways to describe head trauma. They can be classified as open (injury penetrates the skull) or closed (head strike with no penetration) or the type of trauma may be referred to as concussion (where the brain is shaken) or contusion (the brain is bruised).
More than 500,000 cases of head trauma require hospitalization each year in the U.S. Concussion is the most common form of reported head trauma. There are some key symptoms associated with head trauma that need to be treated as medical emergencies. They are:
- intense headache
- stiff neck
- unusual, prolonged drowsiness
- change in behavior
- vomiting
- loss of consciousness
Reaction to a serious head trauma may be delayed. Therefore, during the first 24 hours following the injury, it is vital to wake the injured person every 2 hours to check cognitive and motor skills. It is also important to remember that the use of aspirin or anti-inflammatory drugs is not recommended after a head injury. This type of drug thins the blood and could lead to increased bleeding in the brain.
Minneapolis Head Trauma Attorney
Steven Terry, Chuck Slane, and Rich Ruohonen are experienced head trauma attorneys and are committed to defending victims of head trauma in Minneapolis and across the state of Minnesota. They have been successfully handling personal injury cases for years. They will fight aggressively for justice in your case. Call 612-362-0000 today.
