Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries

Your brain is a very delicate organ possessing the consistency of gelatin. The cerebrospinal fluid inside your skull provides your brain protection from ordinary bumps or jolts you may experience on a daily basis. However, a heavy blow to your head may cause your brain to hit the inner wall of your skull, resulting in bleeding and the tearing of nerve fibers.

According to the National Institutes of Health, auto accidents are responsible for approximately 50% of all traumatic brain injuries resulting from a violent blow to the head. Roughly 20% of these blows are caused by acts of violence.

The leading cause of traumatic brain injury in children is being shaken violently. For elderly people, slips and falls are the most common cause of brain injury.

Other causes of traumatic brain injury include:

• Bullet wounds
• A sharp object piercing the skull
• Exposure to toxic chemicals
• Lack of oxygen to the brain
• Infection
• Stroke

If your traumatic brain injury was caused by the negligence of another, the Dallas brain injury lawyers at Polewski & Associates can help you receive compensation for your damages. Often, these injuries will result in ongoing medical expenses and the need for lifelong care. Our lawyers will work to hold the responsible party accountable for your injury so that you can receive the assistance you need.

Please contact our Dallas brain injury lawyers today to schedule your free initial consultation. We serve clients in Dallas, Desoto, Duncanville, Midlothian, and Waxahachie, Texas.