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Tips for Making Injury Claims for Concussion Syndrome


— November 4, 2021

Post-concussion nausea and headache often feel like a migraine.


Head injuries in general and concussions, in particular, are common in accident scenes. However, apart from medical attention, there are other important areas to look into for the proper settlement of the case. A concussion is nothing but a mild traumatic injury in the brain occurring after a blow. In case of a violent shock to the upper body and head, a concussion can occur. Most individuals are not aware of this problem and thereby take the issue casually. However, it can have a rigorous effect on your mind and body at a later stage.

In most cases, concussions do not lead to unconsciousness. The signs of trauma encompass are inability to concentrate, headache, memory impairment, problem in judgment and coordination. In most cases, concussions are not severe and thereby lead to easy recovery. 

Understanding post-concussion syndrome

In comparison to concussion, post-concussion is a complex medical condition that may last for a few weeks and even months. Around 10% of individuals suffer from this syndrome after a car accident. The signs of post-concussion syndrome are very similar to concussion. However, it includes fatigue, dizziness, irritability, insomnia, anxiety, and noise sensitivity. Apart from this, emotional and behavioral changes also accompany the problem. 

The signs become worse if people do not take heed of it. Post-concussion nausea and headache often feel like a migraine. However, if you take immediate steps, you can rectify the situation. The physiological aspect of this syndrome is not easily distinguishable. Medical experts believe that it is hard to detect post-concussion syndrome symptoms. However, early steps can help in dealing with the symptoms.

Damage caused by concussion

When enduring a concussion, you can claim damages as an integral part of the personal injury litigation. Your doctor will help you with the medical certificates that will establish your compensation after a concussion. Apart from this, a competent and experienced lawyer will help you organize the documents. An individual enduring the damage will have to pay attention to the medical condition and other related aspects. You will have to assemble all the necessary data to establish your case. If you are suffering from a concussion, only your medical certificates will establish your claim.

Suffering and pain claim

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Image by Carolina Heza, via Unsplash.com.

When thinking about accident claims, you may file for compensation for the suffering and pain. Yes, it is possible. You must prove the suffering and pain with the help of testimony from the doctor. The medical practitioner’s testimony will work as your evidence in this case. Following this, the jury will decide whether or not to provide you with compensation. Remember that the complaint and symptoms are the basis of the case. An experienced lawyer will help you to manipulate the evidence and work to your advantage.

In all these cases, only an expert and experienced lawyer will help you in the negotiation process. Remember that the syndrome is a complex thing to establish. When settling post-concussion syndrome cases, you will have to run to your lawyer for the evidence and specific results. They will analyze the subject in different sections and then provide you with the desirable outcome.

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