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A traumatic brain injury can result from a sudden violent blow to the head. A violent blow to the head causes the brain to collide with the skull causing bruising to the brain, nerve fibers and bleeding.

A traumatic brain injury can occur due to an automobile accident, a fall, a job-related accident or a criminal assault. The area of the brain affected determines the severity of the injury. A mild traumatic brain injury, also known as a concussion, can cause headache and temporary confusion. A severe traumatic brain injury can cause paralysis and is often fatal.

Symptoms of a mild traumatic brain injury may include a brief period of unconsciousness, amnesia for events immediately before and after the injury, headache, confusion, dizziness and blurred vision.

Symptoms of a severe traumatic brain injury may include persistent headache, repeated vomiting, seizures, inability to awaken, profound confusion and paralysis. If a person survives a severe traumatic brain injury, their life will never be the same as it was before the injury occurred. A traumatic brain injury is a life-altering event that is physically, emotionally and financially devastating.

If you live in Atlanta, Georgia or the surrounding area and you or someone you care about has suffered a traumatic brain injury, please contact the Atlanta, Georgia office of The Cochran Firm today to schedule a confidential consultation at no cost to you with an experienced traumatic brain injury lawyer to protect your legal rights.

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