Anderson Injury Lawyers | April 9, 2025 | Brain Injuries
When people think of traumatic brain injuries, the symptoms that come to mind typically include headaches, sensitivity to light or sound, and even loss of consciousness. What most people don’t realize, however, is that neck pain could also be a warning that you sustained head trauma. But how can you know for sure?
Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) occur when an object penetrates the skull or when an external force is powerful enough to cause your brain to shift or twist in your skull. Slip and fall accidents are a common cause of blunt TBIs, as are car accidents.
For most people, TBIs will present with symptoms, including:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headaches
- Drowsiness
- Mood changes
- Dizziness
- Speech problems
- Confusion
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Loss of consciousness
- Sleeping problems
One symptom that can occur but that people often don’t pay attention to is neck pain. That’s especially true if they’ve been in a traffic accident. Whiplash is such a common problem that most people assume their neck hurts because of that.
What you should pay attention to, however, is how the injury progresses. Whiplash tends to get worse a day or two after the accident but then starts easing. That’s not the case with neck pain that is a result of head trauma. Neck pain after a TBI will typically continue to get worse as the days pass. The pain can also be different than the dull ache that whiplash causes.
You should also watch for accompanying symptoms. Whiplash can cause nausea and headaches, but it shouldn’t result in confusion or other cognitive issues. TBIs can lead to all of that, along with tingling and weakness in your extremities.
Next Steps After Suffering A Traumatic Brain Injury
If you suspect that your neck injury is more than whiplash, getting a medical diagnosis is essential. This will ensure that you begin receiving appropriate treatment and help you build the evidence needed to file a personal injury claim.
As soon as possible, hire an attorney. TBIs can leave you with significant losses, so the amount of damages you’ll need to claim is substantial. Insurance companies will do everything they can to minimize your claim, and you may be pushed into accepting a lower offer than you deserve.
With an attorney, you can focus on healing while they investigate the accident that resulted in the TBI and start gathering evidence. If you were injured in a car accident, for example, your lawyer will speak with witnesses and get footage from traffic cameras as well as collect your medical records to show what you’ve suffered.
Your lawyer will carefully tally the losses you sustained to come up with a number that would be fair compensation. This number will include all your expenses because of the injury, such as medical bills and lost income. They’ll also put a number to the pain and suffering you have experienced.
Then, they’ll start negotiating with insurers. Experienced attorneys know how to handle these communications and will aggressively fight for your rights. If it’s not possible to obtain a settlement, your lawyer can take your claim to court.
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