Brain injuries can be incredibly devastating for those unfortunate enough to have to experience them. They can arise from a wide variety of causes from slip and fall accidents to the most common, auto accidents. The brain injuries themselves can also vary, from minor brain concussions to more severe trauma that can be life-threatening in certain situations. One form of brain damage can even make victims sensitive to light and even photographs. This can lead to a lifetime of trauma which is in some cases, impossible to reach a full recovery. Fortunately, if you or a loved one have suffered from light sensitivity or photosensitivity due to a brain injury which was caused by the negligent or misconduct of another you may be eligible to receive compensation for your damages. When filing your claim, it is in your best interest that you seek legal representation from an attorney experienced with seeking compensation for photosensitivity, or TBI light sensitivity. At Normandie Law Firm, our well-versed attorneys can help guide you through the process of building your case, filing your claim, and collecting monetary compensation for the damages that you or your loved ones have suffered. If you have any questions after reading this article, please feel free to reach out to our law offices for a free consultation from one of our skilled legal advisors.
Light and Photo Sensitivity Due To A Brain Injury
According to some studies, sensory disorders such as photosensitivity or sensitivity to light, are of a common occurrence after a head injury. This sensitivity typically occurs after a traumatic brain injury or TBI. Studies have also shown that 43% of all traumatic brain injury victims experience ongoing light sensitivity after hitting their head. The relationship between light sensitivity and traumatic brain injury occurs, as the brain and visual sensory system are put through such an extreme amount of trauma that the area suffers near permanent damage. However, the true link between the two is still very much an unknown. You may be suffering from light sensitivity after hitting your head if your eyes hurt, or if you feel as though you prefer dark places over well-lit ones. Sometimes this injury is difficult to diagnose, however, can still be an adversely life-to change for those who have to experience it. Some of the visual and eyesight symptoms of this injury include:
- Fatigue with complicated tasks
- Fatigue from physical activity
- Eyestrain
- Eye fatigue
- Headaches which can develop into migraines
- Malaise
- Nausea
- Dizziness or vertigo
- Increased sensitivity to motion of visual stimuli
Being left sensitive to light after a brain injury can cause far-reaching damages to victims. Unfortunately, there is no cure or medical treatment for this condition. While there are things like photophobia glasses that allow people with light sensitivity some relief, these are far from permanent fixes. However, those who have experienced traumatic brain injury which led to light sensitivity may be able to file a claim for compensation. This monetary compensation can be used to pay for things like the photophobia as mentioned previous glasses, and other medical treatments which would have otherwise been too expensive to pay for out of pocket. When filing these suits, it is important to know the cause of your traumatic injury, as that can play a crucial role in the outcome of your case.
What Traumatic Brain Injuries Are And How They Happen
Traumatic Brain injuries, otherwise known as TBIs, is commonly considered as a substantial head injury that results in damage to the brain. This damage can cause a number of health outcomes, one of which is the subject of this article, photo and light sensitivity. TBIs can be caused by a wide variety of trauma, from car accidents to slip and fall accidents. These injuries can be life-threatening in certain cases, and it is always recommended that you seek adequate medical attention if you believe you may be suffering from a traumatic brain injury. Some of the symptoms of traumatic brain injuries include:
- Confusion
- Fatigue
- Getting lost easily
- Persistent pain in the neck
- Slowness of thought, speech, or reading
- Mood swings
- Sleep pattern changes
- Lightheadedness
- Dizziness
- Easily distracted
- Increased photosensitivity
- Increased sensitivity to sounds
- Loss of sense of smell or taste
- Nausea
- Tinnitus
These are just some of the symptoms that Traumatic brain injuries can cause, many of which don’t have direct medical remedies. For this reason, victims of traumatic brain injuries are often left to face a mountain of medical debt as they attempt to treat and hopefully remedy their condition. As mentioned prior, photosensitivity has no immediate cure, and as such will require numerous hospital visits and therapy to life with the condition in the day to day. Fortunately, if you or a loved one has suffered from photosensitivity after a brain injury, you may be eligible to file a claim for significant monetary compensation. However, it is crucial when filing a claim that you are aware of the cause of your injuries. Properly identifying the cause of your accident, can mean all the difference in your case. Listed below are some of the common causes of Traumatic brain injuries that lead to photosensitivity:
- 28% occur from Falls: These accidents more commonly affect children up to age 4, and adults that are over 75-years-old.
- 20% occur from car accidents: These accidents more commonly occur among people between ages 15 and 19 years-old.
- 19% occur after being struck by something: This can include colliding with a moving or stationary object. Most of these injuries are mild, and receive no immediate medical treatment.
- 11% occur from assaults: Traumatic brain injuries can also be caused by firearms or assaults with deadly weapons.
- 3% occur from crashes on non-motorized cycles
- 2% occur during public transport
- 1% occur during an attempt of suicide
In a majority of these cases, the victim who suffers from photosensitivity may have a right to sue. However, when filing a lawsuit against the company, individual, or another party responsible, it is vital that you have a skilled and experienced lawyer by your side. Having the right legal expert representing you and your case can make all the difference between receiving a successful claim for compensation and having your case dismissed from court entirely.
How Normandie Law Firm Can Help
If you or a loved one have suffered from a TBI which led to photosensitivity and was caused by the negligent actions of another party, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against those responsible for your damages. However, when filing this kind of lawsuits it, is in your best interest to seek assistance from a lawyer who has expertise in handling cases of this nature. At Normandie Law Firm our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers are committed to ensuring all of our clients receive the resources they need to earn the compensation they deserve. If you file a claim with our law firm, you could find some if not all of the following damages compensable to you:
- All of you medical and hospitalization costs
- All of your future medical care and treatment
- A loss of income and loss of future earnings due to long-term recovery or permanent disability due to the accident
- Compensable economic damages include loss of property or damaged property.
- Compensable non-economic damages include emotional distress, trauma, PTSD resulting from the accident, pain and suffering and anxiety.
Victims of Traumatic brain injuries can contact our law offices to learn more about how to receive compensation for their injuries. While our law firm is based in Los Angeles, our attorneys also practice in Oakland, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, Orange County, Riverside, Fresno, and throughout the state of California.
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