Frequently Asked Questions

Beverly Hills Brain Injuries & Head Injuries

How do brain injuries occur?
Brain injuries usually occur in one of two ways.  First, a brain injury can occur if a person suffers blunt force trauma or penetrating trauma.  Second, a brain injury can occur if a person is shaken violently and his or her brain or brain cells become damaged.

What is the difference between a brain injury and a traumatic brain injury?
The difference between a brain injury and a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is that brain injuries that are categorized as traumatic are far more severe.  Most people that have traumatic brain injuries experience lifelong medical complications, such as the inability to think clearly, mood swings, limited mobility and limited communication.  Traumatic brain injuries can also result in people slipping into comas or even dying. 

If a person has a brain injury, what complications might the person experience?
There are numerous medical complications that are linked to brain injuries.  However, some of the more common complications include:  paralysis, mood swings, inability to talk, inability to communicate, quadriplegia, paraplegia, nausea, headaches, seizures and memory loss.

Can I file a brain injury lawsuit?
This question is quite common for people who have suffered brain injuries and can only be accurately answered after people have discussed their cases with an experienced brain injury lawyer.  However, in general, people can file brain injury lawsuits if they can prove that their injuries resulted from third party negligence and that because of their injuries, they have incurred physical, emotional and financial damages.

What monetary damages can be obtained?
If people win or settle their brain injury lawsuits, they may be able to obtain compensatory damages, punitive damages or both.  The amount of the damages will depend upon the severity of people's injuries and the circumstances surrounding their cases.