Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a broad term that describes a wide range of injury that happen to the brain as a result of a sudden, external force.
TBI is sometimes described in terms of whether the injury is primary or secondary. Primary brain injury refers to sudden and profound injury to the brain that is considered complete at the time of impact. For instance, a gunshot wound, automobile accident, or sudden fall.
Secondary brain injury refers to the changes that happen over time following the primary brain injury, that contribute to further damage of the brain tissues.
TBI is sometimes described in terms of whether the injury is mild, moderate or severe. Mild TBI may resolve over time with proper attention whereas more severe TBI may result in permanent disability.
If you believe that you suffered brain injury as a result of the negligence of a company or someone else, it is time sensitive that you contact a competent law firm or attorney.
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