Why You Need a Brain Injury Lawyer
If you have suffered a brain injury in the Toronto area or nearby, whether it was caused by a motor vehicle accident, an assault, an injury on the job, a sports injury, a slip and fall accident, or medical malpractice, you need a personal injury lawyer. A brain injury can arise from something that appears minor such as whiplash. You need a Brain Injury Lawyer familiar with Toronto-area courts & laws who has experience with these complex and often misunderstood injuries.
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Your Brain Injury Lawyer understands the far-reaching impact of a brain injury on all facets of your life: physical, emotional, and social. A brain injury also has a devastating financial impact. You may feel like no-one understands what you are going through. We have extensive experience litigating cases involving brain injuries. We act immediately to engage the right team of professionals to ensure that you are receiving the care you need. Your Brain Injury Lawyer ensures that you receive the highest level of compensation addressing your current and future needs.
What Your Toronto Brain Injury Lawyer Will Do
You are entitled to the best medical therapy and rehabilitation available including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech language pathologists, social workers and case managers. We have access to a vast network of specialized resources. Your Toronto Brain Injury Lawyer can ensure you not only receive these services immediately upon leaving the medical facility but that these services continue on an ongoing basis and for as long as needed.
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Your Brain Injury Lawyer will coordinate these resources and involve the best specialists in your care regime, make all the necessary appointments and handle all of the paperwork. That is just part of the HimPro Advantage™.
How it Works
With brain injury cases it is imperative to have a neuropsychological assessment conducted by a highly reputable brain injury physician at a leading hospital. The neuropsychological assessment is the compilation of a series of tests designed to map out mental functioning and determine where the problems lie. These test results are then clinically compared to functionality prior to the injury. You can also be assessed by Neurologists, and Neuropsychiatrists.
Types of Brain Injuries
Subdural Hematoma
A subdural hematoma (SDH) occurs when blood collects between the inner layer of the dura mater and the arachnoid mater of the meringues around the brain. The bleeding is usually a result of tears in the veins that cross over that subdural space. It is most commonly associated with Traumatic Brain Injury. Treatment can range from time and monitoring to surgery.
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
A subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a type of stroke that can be life-threatening. While it can be caused by a ruptured aneurysm, it can also be caused by a head injury. Survival rates range from 1/3 surviving with a positive recovery, 1/3 will survive with a disability, and 1/3 will die. This is basically bleeding around the brain that is caused by a stroke-like hemorrhage. (Source)
Edema
Edema in its simplest definition is “swelling due to trapped fluid.” When applied to the brain, the damage can range from minor to severe, even causing death. Cerebral edema happens when fluid around the bran builds up and increases pressure against brain matter, also called “intracranial pressure.” While swelling and/or inflammation is a natural bodily response to injury, where the edema happens can cause lasting effects.
Diffuse Axonal Injury (DAI)
In children this is also called “shaken baby syndrome” but this traumatic brain injury can happen at any age. When the brain is shifted abruptly inside the skull and the fibers that hold it in place, called “axons” are sheared off as the brain accelerates and decelerates inside the unforgiving hard bone of the skull. Common in car accidents and assault, this can resolve with time or cause permanent disability and even death.
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Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury
here are many symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury. Some you might feel right away, some may take time to occur. Because the brain is hidden and symptoms can be delayed or misinterpreted – it is important to see a doctor immediately after an injury occurs. If you’ve fallen at a private residence or business and hit your head, been in a car accident, or maybe you were hit while riding your bike – it’s imperative to seek medical attention immediately. Let an experienced Toronto brain injury lawyerat Himelfarb Proszanski help you sort out the complicated minefield of medical bills and compensatory damages.
Physical Symptoms
- Loss of consciousness for a few seconds to a few minutes
- No loss of consciousness, but a state of being dazed, confused or disoriented
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fatigue or drowsiness
- Problems with speech
- Difficulty sleeping
- Sleeping more than usual
- Dizziness or loss of balance
Cognitive or Mental Symptoms
- Memory or concentration problems
- Mood changes or mood swings
- Feeling depressed or anxious
Sensory Symptoms
- Sensory problems, such as blurred vision, ringing in the ears, a bad taste in the mouth or changes in the ability to smell
- Sensitivity to light or sound
Timeline to File A Slip and Fall Claim in Ontario
In Ontario, the statute of limitations for a case like slip and fall is two years – and that means you must file your claim before the 2-year anniversary of your accident. The longer you wait, though – and the lack of an immediate on-site inspection – can make this process more difficult. Contacting the slip and fall lawyers at Himelfarb Proszanski right away is critical.
COMMON TYPES OF SLIP AND FALL INJURIES
There are a variety of issues that could cause slip and fall injuries. From our harsh Toronto winters making ice a hazard, to uneven walkways and other substances on the ground – making sure the area is safe is the responsibility of both homeowners and business owners.
Wet floor in a building, store, or restaurant
A wet floor is probably the most prevalent cause of a slip and fall injury. From standing water on a vinyl floor to iced-over sidewalk – the most common type of slip and fall case we see is usually from a wet floor. Determining who is responsible can be difficult – that’s why you need an experienced lawyer familiar with Toronto to help.
Loose carpeting in a home or business
Just a wrinkle in the carpet can cause a major wrinkle in your life. Something as simple as a stumble could cause major injury if you fall hard enough, or down a flight of stairs, due to that small lump. Making sure the correct party is held responsible, and that you’re taken care of is an important step.
Broken or loose stairs in a business
Businesses are tasked with creating an environment that is safe for their customers. Broken or loose stairs can cause major or minor injuries. No matter how small the fall, making sure the correct party is held responsible can be a big task. Let the slip and fall lawyers at Himelfarb Proszanski help.
Uneven/cracked pavement or sidewalks
Is the city responsible for uneven sidewalks? Is the business owner? Or maybe the landlord for the building the business is located in? There are a lot of questions to be answered when you trip and fall on an uneven sidewalk. Frozen ground and frost heaves can make a mess out of concrete walkways – make sure your injuries are taken care of.
Common Slip and Fall Injuries
Broken arm, leg, ankle, or knee
What feels like a sprain could be worse or get worse if you fail to get it checked out. Make sure you’ve been checked out by a doctor immediately after a slip and fall injury, even if you feel okay right after the incident.
Back & Spinal Cord Injury
Back injuries can seem innocuous enough when you’re first injured, but a slight discomfort can turn into major pain in a short amount of time. Make sure you get your back pain due to a slip and fall accident checked out as soon as possible. Tingling in your extremities and other symptoms could mean you have some spinal cord damage – be sure to see a doctor immediately after your fall.
Head injuries
What feels like a bump could be a concussion, or worse. Making sure any head injury is tended to by a physician is an important step after a slip and fall injury – we can help you find care and compensation – contact us today!
Sprains & Strains
Even a minor injury such as a sprain or strain can mean time off work to recuperate. A good slip and fall lawyer will get you the compensation for that time off work, as well as make sure any medical bills are covered.
Hip Injuries
According to the US-based Centers for Disease Control, over 95 percent of broken hips are suffered in falls. When a fall results in hip injury, hospitalization, surgery, and nursing care/rehab admittance are necessary. Some surgery may even require implantation of an artificial hip. While hip fractures are more common in older populations, slip and fall injuries that cause hip injuries can still be caused by negligence on the part of property owners and managers.
Why Choose HIMPRO?
Himelfarb Proszanski is a leading law firm with full-service personal injury lawyers. We have been recognized by Best Lawyers and have the highest rating, AV Preeminent, from Martinadale-Hubbell. We provide a combined century of trial experience which has led to the successful settlement of over 10,000 cases with combined settlement value in excess of 3/4 billion dollars. And finally, we’re the only firm to offer you the HIMPRO Advantage™.
Your injury is assessed and your options are discussed
Your rights are protected and your claim is pursued
Your disability and other benefits are secured
You or a loved one obtains the award they deserve
You receive updates throughout the entire process – Our Communication Guarantee
Your injury assessments are booked with respected specialists
Your rehabilitation is optimized and personalized using our extensive network of rehabilitation and medical specialists
Your rehabilitation is monitored and tracked
Your case is managed by our lawyers from start to finish
You are made aware of options designed to maximize your settlement amount
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