A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change you at your core, the part that makes you you. Personality change occurs in 59.1% of traumatic brain injuries, according to researchers. A once calm and patient individual may suddenly become irritable, short-tempered, withdrawn, or exhibit childlike behavior after a brain injury. Some talk nonstop; others barely speak at all. For many, these … Read More
Encephalomalacia Caused by Head Trauma: What Is Post-Traumatic Encephalomalacia?
When someone suffers a serious head injury, the effects can last for the remainder of their life. One possible result is a condition called post-traumatic encephalomalacia, also known as cerebral softening. This condition involves the loss or destruction of brain tissue following a brain injury. For patients and families, education and understanding about what this disease entails is key to … Read More
Maribeth’s Story: How Brain Injury Law Helped Me After a Devastating Car Accident
When Maribeth Clark was driving to SeaTac for an important flight to see her husband, a car swerved across 4 lanes of traffic and slammed into her vehicle, sending her crashing into the barrier. The accident was incredibly frightening and left Maribeth with a serious traumatic brain injury (TBI). Unfortunately, like many TBI sufferers, Maribeth didn’t realize the extent of … Read More
Acceleration and Deceleration Brain Injuries | Whiplash & Traumatic Axonal Injury
Rapid acceleration and deceleration brain injuries are some of the most common injuries we see our clients for. While they have a wide variety of causes, they’re very common in car wrecks. These traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) harm your brain in a number of ways. In this article, you’ll learn what rapid acceleration and deceleration do to your brain, what … Read More
Guiding Your Recovery, Securing Your Tomorrow | Brain Injury Law
There’s no other attorney in Seattle, Washington State, or the entire country, with the specialized knowledge about and experience with brain injuries that Brain Injury Law of Seattle has. In fact, almost 100% of our clients come to us because they’ve experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and want to work with someone who truly understands what they’re going through—and … Read More
E-Scooter Accidents Are Becoming More Common as Their Use Rises
There’s a reason all the nurses in the Harborview emergency department wear shirts that say “Anti-Scooter Club”—with over 160 severe injuries seen in Harborview alone in 2024 (many of them head injuries), these convenient vehicles are also turning out to be extremely dangerous. However, anyone who’s lived in Seattle for any length of time knows that electric scooter use is … Read More
What to Do After a Car Accident
Getting into a car accident is one of those things you never think will happen to you – until it does. And when it does, it’s a whirlwind of confusion, emotions, and questions. First and foremost, if you’ve been in an accident and suspect you’ve suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), it’s crucial to take the right steps to protect … Read More
How Long Does a Brain Injury Claim Take
If you or a loved one has suffered a very severe traumatic brain injury due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. However, you may also wonder how long brain injury compensation claims take, and what factors can affect the duration of your case. … Read More
What to Know About CTE Brain Injuries
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy CTE is a brain disorder that has recently gained extensive attention due to its association with head injuries. The condition is characterized by the brain’s decline in nerve cells, commonly associated with individuals who have suffered from repetitive head impacts. CTE is an extremely challenging and multifaceted condition, with several symptoms like cognitive impairment, emotional disturbances, … Read More
Problems Caused Due To Brain Injury
Brain Injuries Cause Problems That Many Folks Would Never Think Are Related To The Brain Injury At Brain Injury Law of Seattle, (BILS) we have seen all manner of problems that arise from having a brain injury. There are of course the most common problems: Memory and recall problems Concentration problems Multitasking problems Dizziness and nausea Headaches and migraines … Read More
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