{"id":1294,"date":"2021-06-07T19:03:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-07T19:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cochranfirm.com\/new-york\/?p=1294"},"modified":"2023-02-24T17:47:56","modified_gmt":"2023-02-24T17:47:56","slug":"neurological-injuries-related-to-car-accidents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cochranfirm.com\/new-york\/neurological-injuries-related-to-car-accidents\/","title":{"rendered":"Neurological Injuries Related to Car Accidents"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Brain injuries refer to damage to the brain caused by an external physical force such as a car accident. Brain injuries sustained in a car accident often go unnoticed by victims, as symptoms may not appear for weeks. Common brain injuries include concussions, contusions, blood clots, hemorrhaging and edema.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><\/strong>Concussion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that affects your brain and function.&nbsp; A blow to the head usually causes concussions. Some concussions cause you to loose consciousness, but oftentimes they do not. Signs and symptoms of a concussion include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Headache or pressure build up in the head.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temporary loss of consciousness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confusion or dizziness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ringing in the ears.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nausea and vomiting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slurred speech.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delayed response to questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fatigue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A contusion is simply another word for bruise. When a contusion occurs the subsurface tissue is injured but the skin is not broken.&nbsp; Symptoms vary from minor to life threatening and it is possible to experience no symptoms at all. If you do experience a contusion, the following symptoms will occur:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Alternations in personality as well as reductions in intelligence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty understanding speech.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Memory changes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Localized numbness or tingling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty coordinating movements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty speaking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Problems paying attention.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Severe Brain Injuries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Severe brain injuries include blood clots in the brain, hemorrhaging (where the brain bleeds), and edema (swelling of the brain).&nbsp; The following symptoms need immediate medical attention:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Occurring headaches that become worse over time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weakness, numbness, or a decrease in coordination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeated nausea or vomiting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slurred speech.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inability to wake up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seizures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inability to recognize people or places.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exhibiting unusual behavior.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to have a thorough medical evaluation after a car accident and have an understanding of your injuries. It is possible to sustain a brain injury in a car accident and be unaware of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or your loved one has developed unexplained symptoms after an auto accident, you may have a neurological injury. The Cochran Firm New York\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cochranfirmny.com\/auto-accidents-nyc\/\">car accident lawyers<\/a>&nbsp;can provide guidance about seeking compensation for any neurological related injury sustained from a car accident.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cochranfirmny.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact us today<\/a>&nbsp;for a free consultation at&nbsp;<strong>212-553-8763<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Brain injuries refer to damage to the brain caused by an external physical force such as a car accident. Brain injuries sustained in a car accident often go unnoticed by victims, as symptoms may not appear for weeks. Common brain injuries include concussions, contusions, blood clots, hemorrhaging and edema. 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