Brain Injuries
Atlanta, Georgia Personal Injury Lawyer




* More About Traumatic Brain Injuries
Welcome to the Traumatic Brain Injury web site (TBI) presented by the Law Offices of Michael Lawson Neff, PC in Atlanta, Georgia. If you are a victim of severe head injury, or the family of someone lost to TBI, you may be entitled to recover compensation. I have helped personal injury clients throughout Georgia receive fair consideration for the harm they have suffered due to the negligent and reckless acts of others. My personal injury clients are not "cases" to me; they are people whose lives have been forever changed through no fault of their own. Through aggressive representation and strong negotiation skills, I will be your voice in the justice system and the complex world of insurance companies. For a Free Initial Consultation call 404-531-9700 or click here to send an E-mail. E-mail inquiries are forwarded to an attorney 24 hours a day.

Personal injuries occur in many different ways. Anyone can fall victim to automobile accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, unsafe property, dangerous products or criminal behavior. Injuries can range from minor to catastrophic - with traumatic brain injuries as a leading cause of death and permanent disability in the United States. Every year almost 1.5 million people in this country will suffer brain injury and nearly 2% of the population confronts daily life with TBI-related disabilities. Some of the more common TBIs include:

• Closed-head injuries, or concussions, which occur when the head violently hits an object and the skull remains intact. Concussions are not generally considered life threatening, but they can have serious consequences (especially if the victim receives repeated brain injuries). Contre coup injuries are caused when brain cells are torn due to shearing forces.
• Brain contusions that cause bruises and tears to brain tissue.
• Penetrating head injuries are the result of an object piercing the skull and entering brain tissue.
• Skull fractures occur when the bone(s) of the skull cracks or breaks, while depressed skull fractures are the result of the broken bones entering the brain.
• Hematomas are dangerous blood clots that are pushed against the skull and cause pressure.

While some individuals immediately exhibit symptoms of TBI, others may not recognize the injury until days or weeks after the accident. Many times it's a friend, relative, or co-worker that spots the changes and makes the victim see the doctor. Symptoms of head injury may include headache, nausea, weakness, numbness, coordination and cognizance problems, confusion, personality changes, and seizures. TBIs can permanently affect cognition, movement, sensation and emotional health. Immediate treatment for the most severe head injuries may involve surgery to control bleeding and pressure in and around the brain.

Vehicle crashes involving cars, bicycles, pedestrians and recreational vehicles are the leading causes of traumatic brain injury, while firearms and falls also cause many TBIs. Other situations that cause TBIs include:

Sports-related accidents - these types of injuries are most often caused by diving accidents. If the accident occurred at a pool, the homeowners' or pool managers may be liable for damages.

Work-related injuries - victims of work-related TBI may experience disabling pain, motor skill problems, as well as mental and emotional problems that make them unable to perform job-related tasks.

Assault - crime victims are injured in violent attacks. While this is a criminal act, the property owners and management may also be liable for damages because of safety and security issues.

Slip and falls - falling on someone else's property or on a construction site may make the owners responsible for damages due to unsafe conditions or a failure to post warnings.

Children are susceptible to brain injury from poisoning by lead paint "dust" in older houses.

Product liability - if a defective or dangerous product caused your injury, the product manufacturer or distributor may be liable for damages due to inadequate labeling or defective manufacturing.

In Georgia, accident victims and their survivors are entitled to sue for damages including medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering and property loss if someone's negligent actions (or lack of action) caused a personal injury. To receive a damage award, the plaintiff (the injured party) must prove that the defendant acted negligently and caused injuries to occur. Negligence is difficult to prove and only a skilled attorney can help establish the responsibility, intent and liability necessary for the victim to receive compensation or benefits under the law.

The life-changing repercussions of a traumatic brain injury may make you feel helpless, hopeless and frustrated. Research continues to provide hope on understanding TBIs and methods to prevent and treat them. In the interim, I may be able to help you take some control of your future by helping you receive the compensation and solace that justice offers. If you believe that someone may be legally responsible for the damage you have suffered, I have the experience, expertise and resources to help you win your claim. Please contact us at (404) 531-9700 or click here to send us an E-mail at lawyer@mlnlaw.com. It is important to take action now since important evidence may be compromised or lost as time passes. Do not lose your right to pursue a claim.