Brain injuries often occur as a result of a severe car accident, fall or sports-related incident. There are two types of brain injury: traumatic and non-traumatic brain injury.
 

• A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is defined as a blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the function of the brain.

• A non-traumatic brain injury can be the result of an illness, oxygen deprivation, metabolic disorders, aneurysms, cardiac arrest or near-drowning experience. It includes injuries to the brain that are not caused by an external physical force to the head. 

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have wide-ranging physical and psychological effects. Some signs or symptoms may appear immediately after the traumatic event, while others may appear days or weeks later. 

 

Mild traumatic brain injury

The signs and symptoms of mild traumatic brain injury may include:
 

Physical symptoms

• Headache

• Nausea or vomiting

• Fatigue or drowsiness

• Problems with speech

• Dizziness or loss of balance

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Sensory symptoms

• Sensory problems, such as blurred vision, ringing in the ears, a bad taste in the mouth or changes in the ability to smell.

• Sensitivity to light or sound

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Cognitive, behavioral or mental symptoms

• Loss of consciousness for a few seconds to a few minutes

• No loss of consciousness, but a state of being dazed, confused or disoriented

• Memory or concentration problems

• Mood changes or mood swings

• Feeling depressed or anxious

• Difficulty sleeping

• Sleeping more than usual

Moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries can include any of the signs and symptoms of mild injury, as well as these symptoms that may appear within the first hours to days after a head injury:

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Physical symptoms

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• Loss of consciousness from several minutes to hours

• Persistent headache or headache that worsens

• Repeated vomiting or nausea

• Convulsions or seizures

• Dilation of one or both pupils of the eyes

• Clear fluids draining from the nose or ears

• Inability to awaken from sleep

• Weakness or numbness in fingers and toes

• Loss of coordination 

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Cognitive or mental symptoms

• Profound confusion

• Agitation, combativeness or other unusual behavior

• Slurred speech

• Coma and other disorders of consciousness

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Causes

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Traumatic brain injury is usually caused by a blow or other traumatic injury to the head or body. The degree of damage can depend on several factors, including the nature of the injury and the force of impact. 

 

Common events causing traumatic brain injury include the following:

• Falls: Falls from bed or a ladder, down stairs, in the bath, and other falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injury overall, particularly in older adults and young children.

• Vehicle-related collisions: Collisions involving cars, motorcycles or bicycles — and pedestrians involved in such accidents — are a common cause of traumatic brain injury.

• Violence: Gunshot wounds, domestic violence, child abuse and other assaults are common causes.

• Shaken baby syndrome is a traumatic brain injury in infants caused by violent shaking.

• Sports injuries: Traumatic brain injuries may be caused by injuries from a number of sports, including soccer, boxing, football, baseball, lacrosse, skateboarding, hockey, and other high-impact or extreme sports. These are particularly common in youth. 

• Explosive blasts and other combat injuries: Explosive blasts are a common cause of traumatic brain injury in active-duty military personnel. Although how the damage occurs isn't yet well understood, many researchers believe that the pressure wave passing through the brain significantly disrupts brain function. 
   

Traumatic brain injury also results from penetrating wounds, severe blows to the head with shrapnel or debris, and falls or bodily collisions with objects following a blast.

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Comprehensive Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Support Rehabilitation 

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Most people who have had a significant brain injury will require rehabilitation. They may need to relearn basic skills, such as walking or talking. The goal is to improve their abilities to perform daily activities.

Therapy usually begins in the hospital and continues at an inpatient rehabilitation unit, a residential treatment facility or through outpatient services. The type and duration of rehabilitation is different for everyone, depending on the severity of the brain injury and what part of the brain was injured.

Rehabilitation specialists may include:

• Physiatrist, a doctor trained in physical medicine and rehabilitation, who oversees the entire rehabilitation process, manages medical rehabilitation problems and prescribes medication as needed

• Occupational therapist, who helps the person learn, relearn or improve skills to perform everyday activities

• Physical therapist, who helps with mobility and relearning movement patterns, balance and walking

• Speech and language therapist, who helps the person improve communication skills and use assistive communication devices if necessary

• Neuropsychologist, who assesses cognitive impairment and performance, helps the person manage behaviors or learn coping strategies, and provides psychotherapy as needed for emotional and psychological well-being

• Social worker or case manager, who facilitates access to service agencies, assists with care decisions and planning, and facilitates communication among various professionals, care providers and family members

• Rehabilitation nurse, who provides ongoing rehabilitation care and services and who helps with discharge planning from the hospital or rehabilitation facility

• Traumatic brain injury specialist, who helps coordinate care and educates the family about the injury and recovery process.

• Recreational therapist, who assists with time management and leisure activities

• Vocational counselor, who assesses the ability to return to work and appropriate vocational opportunities and who provides resources for addressing common challenges in the workplace

If you or a loved one is suffering from a TBI as a result of an accident then allow Christopher Hernandez and Associates to help you and your family through this process and recovery. We are dedicated to your recovery journey. We know what it takes to get your life back with success.

Every day counts in recovery, so call attorney Christopher Hernandez for help today! 

 

Commercial Truck Accident Injury

Driving commercial trucks is a risk for both drivers and passengers. The injuries induced by these types of heavy machinery accidents
can be very severe and require compensation from the trucking company involved. Many of our investigation have found illegal drug use was a contributing factor for the at fault party. We have a solid team of truck accident specialists that will turn over every stone for your biggest win and best recovery!

The most common injuries affect your extremities, neck, face, spine, and produce brain damage. Many commercial truck injury accidents end with a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This type of injury can be short or long-term and debilitating. Symptoms of a TBI often show up later or can worsen over time. It's critical having attorney Christopher Hernandez on your case who has compensation, the experience in TBI cases and has your best interests at heart. You or your loved one deserve the best medical care, recovery and compensation for your material damages, loss of wages, physical and psychological damages.

At Christopher Hernandez and Associates our truck accident injury specialists and lawyers will help you process your claim, step between you, the trucking company and the insurance company, so that you do not suffer as a victim twice; as a victim of an accident
and as a victim for not being compensated for the damages that have been caused, both physically, psychologically and
financially.

We stand up and fight the companies involved for you, get answers, results, the recovery and compensation you and your loved ones deserve. Get your life back in peace with the best care and the recovery  you deserve as a truck accident injury victim.


For a free immediate consultation over the phone call today and get your recovery started today! No obligation. If you do not win, no cost/fees to you. We are here to help you get what you deserve for your motorcycle injuries.

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Car Accident Injury

A car crash can break bones and severely damage soft tissue. Facial injuries can often lead to additional risks to the eyes and the brain. The neck, hands, and feet joints are also prone to injuries, where even what seems like a minor wreck (minimum wreck,  $750 auto body damage) can cause traumatic brain injury (TBI) and paralysis. It's critical to take the right steps after a car accident injury and contact us immediately.

Car accidents are, unfortunately, a routine part of modern life in California. With many of our cities designed around the use of personal automobiles, dangerously congested highways and high-speed auto collisions, its no wonder why California has over 200,000 car accident injuries a year. If you have been a victim of a car accident and injured, then attorney Christopher Hernandez firm we believe you are due the best recovery and compensation for your material damages, loss of wages, physical and psychological damages.


At Christopher Hernandez and Associates, we are on your side to fight for you against unscrupulous insurers who's only focused on protecting their profits. We only win or charge a fee when you win. That's why we go big ---win big!

Attorney Christopher Hernandez, along with his California car accident attorneys and specialists are ready to assist you, defend you and demand the best benefits for you after a car accident injury.

As a car accident injury victim, you and your family deserve the best personal injury representation and recovery a lawyer can offer. You deserve Christopher Hernandez and Associates on your side to fight for your best recovery and compensation. Allow us to take on your burdens, remove the fear and anxiety from your accident injuries, so you can receive the best recovery and compensation you are justified.

We are here to serve you, help you through the healing process and get you set-up for the life you will love with a big win and the best recovery care.

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Motorcycle Accident Injury

After a motorcycle accident you could be left
absolutely disoriented, who will fight for your rights and needs?

At Christopher Hernandez and Associates we step between you and the scandalous insurance companies, so you do not become a victim twice.

California has the most motorcycle registrations out of any state with 785,424. 88% of California motorcycle accidents result in a reported injury or death. California averages over 500 motorcycle fatalities each year, which makes it one of the two most dangerous states for such accidents.

A motorcycle traffic injury accident can change your life dramatically. Primarily because some injuries are irreversible and could make you unable to work or leave you with permanent injuries.

The most common injuries affect your extremities, neck, face, spine, and produce brain damage. Many motorcycle injury accidents end with a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This type of injury can be short or long-term and debilitating. Symptoms of a TBI often show up later or can worsen over time. It's critical having an attorney that has your best interests at heart, so you are getting the best recovery and compensation for your material damages, loss of wages, physical and psychological damages.

At Christopher Hernandez and Associates we will help you through the healing process with the least amount of stress possible and the best care. We understand you have bills and a life that you once lived prior to your motorcycle accident injuries. We will help you through the tuff times and get you the best recovery possible out of your case.

For a free immediate consultation over the phone call today and get your recovery started today! No obligation. If you do not win, no cost/fees to you. We are here to help you get what you deserve for your motorcycle injuries.

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