Is a Loved One Showing Brain Injury Symptoms?
Above all, seek prompt medical attention after a head injury, with a neurologist if possible. Doing so may lessen the likelihood of permanent brain damage and may provide an opportunity to accelerate treatment and rehabilitation. In addition to seeking immediate medical help after an accident, make sure that the victim of a closed head injury or other brain injury: • does not engage in activities that might cause another head injury accident, such as playing contact sports, because the cumulative effect of successive traumatic head injuries can severely aggravate a brain injury; • avoids driving, operating heavy equipment and other potentially dangerous activities until the doctor has given approval; and • contact an experienced and skilled lawyer who will hire investigators, preserve evidence, consult experts, and communicate with witnesses, to help protect the victim’s rights if a case for compensation is found to exist.
