The Elderly Are At Risk of Traumatic Brain Injury

A common injury that elderly people suffer is traumatic brain injury. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can lead to long-term hospitalization. It can also prove fatal.

Research shows that people over the age of 75 are more inclined to have an accident resulting in a TBI. Fortunately, the CDC has launched a campaign that provides materials for older adults and their caregivers. These materials provide information to help prevent, recognize and respond to a TBI.

Many accidents leading to a TBI are the result of negligence by another party. A TBI can lead to a lengthy hospital stay and create a financial hardship for not only the victim, but for the victim’s family. When a senior citizen is injured due to someone else’s negligence, the responsible party may be held liable.

If you or someone you know has suffered a traumatic brain injury due to the negligence of another person, you should contact one of our experienced Los Angeles brain injury attorneys at Steinberg & Spencer at (800) 989-6385.