In the immediate aftermath of a serious motor vehicle collision, an accident victim’s body often produces adrenaline which could delay or diminish the symptoms of serious injuries. If the survivors of serious accidents ignore the signs of traumatic brain injuries or fail to seek immediate medical attention, they could face permanent consequences. To learn more, click here.
Accident survivors who have been seriously injured as the result of another party’s negligence may be entitled to financial compensation for their injuries. However, the amount of damages they may be able to recover can vary substantially based on the severity of injuries they have sustained. To learn more, click here.
When accidents on the road or on someone else’s property cause traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), within moments, an unsuspecting victim’s life can be changed forever. In addition to expensive costs of associated care, TBIs can have a significant human cost for both injured accident victims and their loved ones. To learn more, click here.
In Ontario, a negligent driver is not automatically liable for the “pain and suffering” or other non-pecuniary damages sustained by a car accident victim. The Ontario Insurance Act expressly states a driver is not responsible for such damages unless one of two exceptions apply: The first exception is for accidents in which the victim suffered … Continue reading “Does My Auto Accident Injury Qualify as a “Permanent Impairment”?”
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and acquired brain injuries (ABIs) are closely related. They both refer to brain injuries that occur post-birth. Conditions that are present at birth or are progressive in nature (Parkinson’s disease) are not considered ABIs or TBIs. While similar, there is a distinction between the two types of brain injuries. TBIs are … Continue reading “What Is The Difference Between An Acquired Brain Injury And Traumatic Brain Injury?”
Brain injuries are among the most costly and debilitating injuries a victim can sustain. Those who suffer head injuries or traumatic brain injury in an accident in Ontario may be eligible for compensation to address short- and long-term needs. No-fault accident benefits are available in cases related to a motor vehicle, but they may not … Continue reading “3 Things a Brain Injury Lawyer Can Do for You”
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is damage to the brain that occurs as a result of an accident or trauma to the head, as opposed to an illness or congenital condition. The injuries can range from mild (concussions), to severe and debilitating. The effects of a TBI are dependent upon the severity and location of … Continue reading “What is a Traumatic Brain Injury?”
Catastrophic injuries can change the course of an accident victim’s life. They can significantly impact a person’s abilities to work, live independently, and continue enjoying the quality of life to which they had become accustomed before their injury-causing accident. In order to access the highest amount of accident benefits available to them, several factors are taken into consideration to determine the severity of their impairments. Click here to learn more.
