Most of the time, we breathe freely and easily, involuntarily bringing oxygen into our lungs and bloodstream, where it disperses throughout the body. The human brain requires oxygen to function, and a loss of oxygen supply to the brain can damage the brain’s cells. Therefore, if that oxygen supply is cut off in the aftermath of an accident, serious negative health effects can result.
However, anyone experiencing this injury has options for pursuing compensation, and should discuss claims with a dedicated traumatic brain injury attorney. San Jose anoxic brain injury lawyers from Solution Now Law Firm can help victims make compensation claims after a complete cut off of oxygen.
Anoxic brain injuries come from total deprivation of oxygen getting to the brain, which can kill brain cells in just a few minutes. This kind of injury usually comes from a stroke, though any event that ends in this cutting off of oxygen from the bloodstream can cause such an injury.
For example, a lack of oxygen being brought into the body through normal breathing, such as suffocation or drowning, could cause an anoxic injury. Certain chemicals toxic to the body can hinder the blood’s ability to carry oxygen to the brain, too, and physical restriction of blood to the brain can also block the oxygen supply and cause an anoxic injury. Symptoms of anoxic injuries can include:
Serious anoxic brain injuries can even leave victims in a vegetative state, with severe mood changes, and seizures.
If an accident ends with an anoxic brain injury, a San Jose attorney could help a victim understand the injury and its effects. They could gather evidence of the event and injury, including the medical diagnosis and the potential cause and responsible party.
The first step after such an injury is to get medical treatment as soon as possible. This treatment may start with emergency services and end with hospital care and further treatment, depending on the severity of the injury.
As anoxic brain injuries involve such a complete cut off of oxygen to the brain, initial treatment can evolve into longer-term care and incur large costs over time. If the injury substantially decreases a victim’s ability to live and work normally, it can cost them opportunities and earnings too. Making a compensation claim can serve to offset these kinds of costs, whether through a lawsuit or an insurance claim (or both, as a claim may lead to a lawsuit instead, or an insurance company can settle before or during litigation).
Moving quickly can make all the difference, as injured persons have only a limited time frame to make a claim. California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1 sets a two-year statute of limitations, which blocks personal injury claims made after that time. Staying within this two-year period is crucial, even if dealing with an insurance company, as a lawsuit can serve as a backstop to bring the insurance company to the negotiating table. Without the ability to sue, a victim can lose their chance for compensation.
Any such claim will need to show the fault of the person, persons, or entity that caused the anoxic brain injury, as well as show the victim’s damages (such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering). Lawyers who are experienced in San Jose injury claims could make sure that a victim has the evidence they need to make a successful claim.
With the possibility of a brain injury robbing a victim of normal functioning, loved ones should be prepared to seek help after an accident causing such an injury. Legal counsel can assist in documenting the injury and treatment, as well as developing a claim for compensation.
Our San Jose anoxic brain injury lawyers at Solution Now Law Firm can take on this role in order to support victims and their claims. With a client-first mentality, experts in the insurance industry, and a contingency-based model that prioritizes payouts for our clients, our firm can guide a claim through the entire process. Contact our office on the phone or online for a consultation.
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