There are about 1.5 million traumatic brain injuries suffered by Americans each year, according to a report from the CDC. Of these injuries, around 90,000 people are affected by long-term disabilities. Learn more about traumatic brain injuries below. If you or a loved one have suffered a traumatic brain injury in Reno or the surrounding areas, give The Law Offices of Kenneth E. Lyon III a call to see how we can help.

Types of Traumatic Brain Injury

Many brain injuries can occur during sports, slips and falls, car accidents, or being struck by an object. Traumatic brain injury can be categorized as mild TBI or concussion, moderate, or severe TBI. Mild concussions are the most commonly seen type of brain injury. Concussions may include loss of consciousness for less than 30 minutes and feelings of confusion. A moderate or severe TBI is often caused by a severe blow or jolt to the head, such as a gunshot wound, and may cause long-term care needs, lifelong health problems, and in some cases, death. Approximately 30 percent of TBI sufferers’ conditions become worse within five years, according to the TBIMS National Database. 

Examples of Damages

Whether the traumatic brain injury was sustained on the job, during a car accident, or due to someone else’s carelessness, these are a few examples that may be included in a claim when seeking damages:

• Pain and suffering
• Loss of earnings starting from the date of the accident 
• Loss of earnings for a family member who became the primary caretaker
• Medical expenses incurred
• Travel expenses
• Costs for professional care, equipment, or adaptations made to the home

Personal Injury Lawyers in Reno

If you’ve suffered a traumatic brain injury due to someone else’s negligence and need a personal injury lawyer, be sure to get in touch with an experienced specialist. For a personal injury lawyer in Reno, Sparks, and Carson City, NV, contact The Law Offices of Kenneth E. Lyon III at 775-277-6392. Feel free to contact The Law Offices of Kenneth Lyon III for a free case evaluation in Reno, NV!