Charleston Head/Brain Injuries

Due to the delicate design of the skull and the vital role of the brain, head injuries are among the most dangerous that workers can sustain. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), about 5.3 million Americans are currently living with disabilities caused by traumatic brain injuries. At the Steinberg Law Firm, our Charleston workplace injury lawyers want clients who have sustained head or brain injuries to be fully informed about their rights.

Consequences of Head Injury

The term head injury refers to any damage to the skull, scalp, or brain. For the sake of clarity, we will discuss brain injuries separately below. Even without brain damage, the results of a head injury can be very serious, including heavy bleeding from scalp wounds and skull fractures. The long-term effects of a skull fracture can include:

• Visible deformities
• Leaking spinal fluid, which can lead to infections in the brain
• One or two eyes that cannot move properly

Consequences of Brain Injury

Anyone who receives a head injury needs medical attention right away, even if they seem fine. The long-term effects of a brain injury are not always immediately obvious and can include:

• Damage to vision, hearing, and/or mobility
• Psychological problems, including delusions and hallucinations
• Cognitive impairment
• Coma or persistent vegetative state
• Death

We Can Help

Severe head injuries can change a person’s life and the lives of his or her family members and loved ones. Paying medical bills while missing work is stressful enough, even without the concerns of coping with a new disability or living with trauma caused by the accident. Fortunately, workers’ compensation and potentially other legal actions can greatly ease a family’s financial stress.

If you or a loved one has received a head or brain injury on the job, contact a Charleston workplace head injury attorney through the Steinberg Law Firm at 843-720-2800.