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What Is the Impact of Traumatic Brain Injuries in Personal Injury Cases?

June 12, 2024 by Michael Waks

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Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most devastating consequences of accidents and can have long-lasting effects on an individual's life. In personal injury cases, TBIs often play a significant role in determining the extent of damages and the overall outcome of the case. Understanding the impact of TBIs is essential for both injured individuals and their legal representatives. In this blog post, we will delve into the complexities of traumatic brain injuries, their effects on personal … [Read more...]

Evidence to Bolster Your Brain Injury Claim

December 28, 2022 by Michael Waks

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Sustaining a brain injury can alter your life forever in a variety of ways. Sadly, this is something that more than 1.5 million Americans learn the hard way every year after suffering head trauma. Perhaps even more devastating is that fact that most of the accidents responsible for these brain injuries could have been prevented.  If your life will never be the same because someone else’s negligence left you with a brain injury, it’s only natural to want justice. Thankfully, you … [Read more...]

The Dos & Don’ts of Building a Brain Injury Claim 

November 30, 2022 by Michael Waks

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When someone sustains a traumatic brain injury (TBI), the aftermath is often devastating for both themselves and their loved ones. While the victim is lucky to be alive, there’s a good chance their condition will affect their physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing for years to come. Thankfully, those who get hurt through no fault of their own can usually seek compensation by filing a brain injury claim. If you’re recovering from a TBI because someone failed to act with reasonable … [Read more...]

How to Help a Loved One Cope with a Brain Injury

May 11, 2022 by Michael Waks

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Brain injuries—including those that are relatively mild—can be utterly devastating for both the affected parties and their loved ones. Because of the role the brain plays in the central nervous system, a brain injury can affect mood, behavior, and demeanor, not to mention physical functions and cognitive abilities.  Sadly, the challenges that come with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are all too common. Across the country, there are hundreds of thousands of TBI-related … [Read more...]

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