A head injury is an injury to the skull. A brain injury can be the result of a head injury. A brain injury causes changes to how the brain functions. The World Health Organization defines acquired brain injuries (ABI), a type of brain injury that is not present at birth.
Traumatic brain injuries/head trauma can occur as the result of the head being jolted during a collision. A person may experience a mild traumatic brain injury such as a concussion, or more serious injuries can occur if the head hits the steering wheel.
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Today, many people rely on Google searches when choosing a personal injury lawyer, and they gravitate towards the advertisements at the very top of the page or the side of the page.
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Any type of brain injury can have a long-lasting impact on the person who has sustained the injury and his or her family.
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