Each year in the United States an estimated 1.4 million people sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI) - a blow or jolt to the head, which can disrupt the function of the brain. The severity of a TBI can range from a mild concussion to the extremes of coma or even death. At least 5.3 million Americans currently live with disabilities resulting from TBI.   The leading causes of these types of injuries are:

•    Car and truck accidents and collisions
•    Falls

Injuries suffered as a result of TBI can be severe and life altering. Our firm understands that the immediate goals after going through such trauma are to get medical bills paid and covered, make sure you or your loved one does not suffer financially through any lost wages, and make sure the appropriate insurance company will pay for future treatment relating to the injury.  We will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately.

We also understand that recovering from a brain injury presents a whole new set of challenges and requires specific expertise to understand.  If you or a loved one suffered a brain injury, call us at 601-936-4040 or contact us online to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.

BRAIN INJURY RESOURCES

American Brain Coalition:  a non-profit organization comprised of some of the United States' leading professional neurological, psychological, and psychiatric associations and patient organizations.

America's Heroes At Work:  a U.S. Department of Labor project that focuses on the employment challenges of returning service members living with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Brain Injury Association of America:  a leading national organization dedicated to those individuals, families, and professionals touched by those suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Brain Injury Association of Mississippi:  The Mississippi state chapter of the Brain Injury Association of America.

Brain Injury Resource Center: a non-profit clearinghouse founded and operted by brain injury activitists since 1985. 

Brain Injury Resource Foundation:  its mission is to provide education, advocacy and support for persons affected by brain injury.

Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center:  dedicated to serving active duty military, their dependents and veterans with traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Mississippi Brain Injury Association of Mississippi

National Association of State Head Injury Administrators:  provides resources on brain injury policy, programs, and services.

National Resource Center for Traumatic Brain Injury:  provides information for professionals, persons with brain injury, and family members.  It is housed at Virginia Commonwealth University's Medical College and affiliated with the Virginia Commonwealth Traumatic Brain Injury Model System.

Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Community Integration of Persons with Traumatic Brain Injury:  a group providing information and assistance to those traditionally under-served populations.

TBI Home.org:  a peer support website for people living with brain injury, their families and friends.

TBI Resource Guide: a website offered by the Center for Neuro Skills, this website provides lots of useful information for those suffering from a traumatic brain injury.