Permanent Brain Injuries
There are many common instances where unsuspecting individuals suffer from an accident in the workplace. However, it is important to note that too often these accidents can result in long-term and tragic injuries. Traumatic brain injuries, for example, may cause a person to suffer from a permanent disability. By understanding what circumstances and accidents might lead to these devastating conditions, you can take appropriate measures to avoid them.
If you or your loved one has suffered a brain injury due to an accident in the workplace, it may be appropriate to file a claim seeking workers’ compensation benefits. Contact the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., today at 610-667-7511 to discuss your options with a compassionate and knowledgeable attorney.
Causes of Long Term Disability Brain Injuries
Although some industries are more frequently associated with serious occupational injuries, the unfortunate reality is that any workplace may be the site of a devastating accident. The following are representative of the kinds of incidents that may result in a permanent disability due to brain injury:
- Falling objects
- Slips, trips and falls in which the head strikes the ground or other objects
- Exposure to certain toxic, harmful substances
- Suffocation
- Blunt force trauma due to physical violence or mishandling of tools or equipment
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If you or someone you love has been the victim of a brain injury as the result of a work-related accident, the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., may be able to help. Contact our office today at 610-667-7511 to learn more about your case options from a skilled and experienced lawyer.