Traumatic Brain Injuries

All it takes is a slip or a tumble then your head hits the tile and you are knocked unconscious on the floor. A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is caused by a direct blow or jolt to the head that jars the brain and causes a disruption in its ability to function normally.

Who they affect

The very young and the very old are most susceptible to TBIs. Infants and babies have delicate skulls and brain tissues that are still developing. Something that would cause only a headache for an adolescent or young adult, like being hit in the head by a ball, could cause severe cranial damage. The elderly are particularly at risk because their bodies are no longer as stable as in their youth, making slips and falls more likely.

Causes of Traumatic Brain Injury

The most frequent accidents that lead to TBIs are slips and falls. They account for nearly 20% of TBI-related incidents. Slips and falls commonly involve the elderly falling in areas like a wet shower or staircase with no railing. Automobile collisions are the second most common accident that can cause a TBI.

TBI Statistics

An estimated 1.4 million Americans suffers a TBI each year. Of this number:

50,000 die
235,000 are hospitalized

If you or someone you love has suffered a traumatic brain injury because of a defective product or someone’s negligence, contact the Rhinelander personal injury lawyers of Habush, Habush, & Rottier S.C. at 800.369.5990 for a free consultation. We will discuss your case and further legal options.

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