Connecticut Slip and Fall Accidents Can Lead To These Brain Injuries

All month long we are looking at the difficult situations that can lead to brain injuries as it is Brain Injury Awareness Month.  Today we’ll be looking at Connecticut slip and fall accidents that can lead to serious brain injuries and can have lasting impacts on your day to day life.

Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere.  While we often think of these accidents as happening when walking on a sidewalk or up a set of stairs, a slip and fall accident can occur in just about any place that you are visiting while on two feet.  You could be walking into a doctor’s office and trip on a rug that has a curled up corner and that could lead to a devastating brain injury.  You could be at a museum and not see the lip of a doorway that is raised which can lead you to fall and injure yourself.

When you are walking, running or even skipping along minding your own business a slip and fall injury can jump up and injure you before you can even see it coming.  That is why it is so important to really focus on the path ahead of you, wherever that may be.  

Here are the types of brain injuries that can result from a slip and fall accident.

1. Concussion.  This is likely the most common brain injury that can result from any type of accident and is one that many people are familiar with.  If you suffer a concussion or suspect you have suffered  a concussion you should seek medical attention immediately.

2. Brain contusions.  This type of injury is a little less common but can be more severe than a concussion.  A contusion to the brain means that the brain has been struck in a way that has caused it to bleed.  Mild contusions can occur and not require any medical attention but at times a more severe contusion may require surgery.  In any event, you should speak with a medical provider to assess your particular situation.

3. Hematoma.  If you experience a hematoma, which is when a blood clot occurs and presses on the brain tissue, it can lead to loss of brain function.  This type of injury should be taken very seriously and addressed immediately by a medical professional.

While the above brain injuries are not the only injuries that may occur when you experience a Connecticut slip and fall accident, they are likely the most common that occur.  It is not appropriate to leave a brain injury uncared for so it is important that no matter how mild the symptoms you may be experiencing are that you should be seen by a medical provider immediately.

When an injury occurs you may need to seek the expertise of an experienced attorney.  Contact our office and one of our experienced lawyers will speak with you about your particular situation.  If it is determined that you should discuss your situation further our attorneys will work with you to protect your long-term interests.