In New York state, closely 400 incidents of traumatic brain injury occur each day which results in emergency room treatment visits among New York state residents. Young children, especially newborns and children under the age of 5, young adults between the ages of 15 to 24, and the elderly are at the highest risk of sustaining a traumatic brain injury. The leading causes of sustaining a traumatic brain injury are falls, motor vehicle accidents, and violent crimes.

The physical and psychological effects of a traumatic brain injury are wide-ranging. Many of the symptoms may appear immediately while others may manifest over time, days or weeks later. A TBI often causes physical, sensory and cognitive, behavioral or mental symptoms. Generally, the symptoms after a mild traumatic brain injury often include physical symptoms such as headaches, nausea or vomiting, fatigue or drowsiness, speech impediments, dizziness, or a loss of balance. Sensory deficits such as blurred vision, a ringing in the ears, a bad taste in the mouth or an inability to smell, and a sensitivity to light, touch and sound.

Traumatic brain injuries that are moderate to severe often include many of the symptoms of mild TBI but also involve physical and cognitive symptoms that may cause long-term impairment.

The physical symptoms of moderate to severe traumatic brain injury involve loss of consciousness, persistent and worsening headaches, repeated vomiting and nausea, convulsions, seizures, pupil dilations, transparent, white or clear fluid discharge from the ears and nasal passages, inability to awaken from sleep, weakness or numbness in fingers and toes, loss of coordination. Cognitive and mental symptoms include profound confusion, agitation, slurred speech, coma, and disorders.

If you, or a loved one, has suffered a head injury as a result of a fall, car accident, construction site accident or any type of blunt trauma to the head and are now experiencing the physical, mental or behavioral symptoms of a TBI, you may have reason to consider consulting with a New York personal injury attorney regarding filing a lawsuit

It takes a lot of money, time, and resources to effectively deal with a TBI. Individuals who suffer a TBI, as well as their families, can be placed under tremendous financial strain in dealing with this problem. Many people with a TBI will experience persistent, lifelong disabilities. A severe TBI may preclude one from the ability to work, limiting future earning potential. If you were to experience a TBI today, the costs could range into millions of dollars to provide a lifetime of care. Financial assistance for a TBI can vary depending upon the type of TBI one has and the specific insurance policy that existed at the time of the injury. In many cases, those with a TBI must make do with the limited financial resources they have available, which could have a detrimental effect on their eventual outcome. A successful lawsuit will, at the very least, help support you financially and allow you to focus on your recovery.

Hiring an attorney is an important initial decision in the life of your lawsuit. Your attorney will become your guide during the entire legal experience in pursuing your TBI claim that was the result of a slip and fall, car accident, truck accident, construction accident, bicycle accident, medical malpractice, or from an intentional act as a result of elder abuse.

A New York personal injury lawyer should protect your TBI claim by ensuring that your rights are protected and that no one manipulates you into accepting a lowball offer to settle your case. Koenig will protect your rights, settle your case for an offer that provides you fair compensation for the injuries you have sustained, compensates you income you for the income you were unable to obtain due to the injury and compensates you for any projected earnings you may lose out on in the future due to long-term impairments and disabilities due to the TBI claim. All the while you will receive world-class personalized services and client care. Koenig Pierre can assist you in many ways during your TBI claim in New York:

• Thoroughly investigate the facts surrounding your injury.
• Identify the parties who are at fault for your injuries.
• Calculate the fair value of your damages.
• Negotiate a settlement that provides you fair compensation for your damages.
• Demonstrate how your traumatic brain injury has devastated your life.
• If the insurance company is unwilling to present a fair settlement offer then he will take your case to court and seek maximum compensation. 

If your brain injury was the result of trauma caused by someone else’s negligence or reckless behavior you may be entitled to substantial financial compensation. Do not attempt to claim compensation without the assistance of a New York traumatic brain injury lawyer. The process involves a great deal of complexity and skill.

When you contact Koenig Pierre, a traumatic brain injury attorney, he diligently examine every aspect of your case to win you the highest possible form of compensation. He will work with medical experts and trained legal professionals to obtain financial recovery for the following expenses:

• medical expenses
• Lost wages and income as a result of your injury
• Permanent or temporary disability
• Pain and suffering
• Long-term reduced earning capacity
• Loss of enjoyment of life, among others.

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