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TBIs can...","datePublished":"2022-02-01","dateModified":"2025-08-26","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/stokesstemle.com\/about-us\/#Person","name":"Stokes Stemle, LLC","url":"https:\/\/stokesstemle.com\/about-us\/","identifier":7,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/c02b76809a8bb1e2e89ae628639dd275e08bc9cd4fb207fd202cad74bbeb604f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/c02b76809a8bb1e2e89ae628639dd275e08bc9cd4fb207fd202cad74bbeb604f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Stokes Stemle, LLC - Personal Injury Attorneys","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/stokesstemle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/stokeslogo600x60.jpg","url":"https:\/\/stokesstemle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/stokeslogo600x60.jpg","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/stokesstemle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/traumatic-brain-injuries.jpg","url":"https:\/\/stokesstemle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/traumatic-brain-injuries.jpg","height":600,"width":700},"url":"https:\/\/stokesstemle.com\/blog\/how-common-are-traumatic-brain-injuries-after-car-accidents\/","about":["Car Accidents"],"wordCount":605,"articleBody":"One of the most severe results of a car accident is a traumatic brain injury, or TBI. Even \u201cminor\u201d TBIs can have serious effects on your memory, personality, ability to move, and other critical bodily functions. Damage to your brain from a TBI may require treatment to resolve.TBIs can be severe, but how often are they a result of car accidents? This post will discuss TBIs, their symptoms, and the next steps if you\u2019ve been diagnosed with a TBI from a car accident.How Common Are Traumatic Brain Injuries After Car Accidents?Traumatic brain injuries are extremely common in the United States. Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)\u00a0indicates\u00a0there were roughly 61,000 TBI-related deaths nationwide in the recently reported year.Additional research from the CDC shows car accidents are among the most common causes of TBIs. The CDC\u2019s latest\u00a0Surveillance Report\u00a0on TBIs shows motor-vehicle accidents were the cause of about 25 percent of all brain injuries for the data year.Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injuries After Car AccidentsIf you\u2019ve just been in a car accident, the\u00a0Mayo Clinic\u00a0lists some symptoms that may indicate you have a traumatic brain injury.Symptoms of a mild traumatic brain injury can include:HeadachesVomiting or nauseaDrowsiness or fatigueDifficulty speakingDizziness or loss of balanceSensitivity to light or soundOther sensory issues (ears ringing, blurred vision, changes in your ability to smell or taste)Losing consciousness for a few seconds to minutesInsomniaDifficulty concentratingMood swings or changes (depression, anxiety, etc.)Symptoms of a moderate to severe traumatic brain injury can include:Losing consciousness for several minutes to hoursPersistent headaches, or a headache that severely worsensPersistent nausea or repeated vomitingSeizures or convulsionsPupil dilation in one or both eyesClear fluid draining from the ears or noseInability to awaken from sleepNumbness or weakness in your fingers or toesLoss of coordinationProfound confusionSlurred speechFeeling agitated, restless, aggressive, or other unusual behaviorComaYoung children who\u2019ve suffered a traumatic brain injury may have trouble communicating that something\u2019s wrong.Here are some TBI signs to watch for in young children after a car accident:Changes in eating or nursing habitsPersistent cryingEasily or unusually irritatedChanges in sleeping habitsSeizuresDrowsiness or an inability to focusLoss of interest in favorite activitiesDepressed moodTypes of Car Accidents That Can Cause a TBIAny car accident can potentially cause a traumatic brain injury. However, some types of crashes are more prone to cause head injuries than others, such as:Head-on collisions \u2014 A driver may slam their head on the steering wheel or steering column after a head-on crash. Passengers could hit their heads on the vehicle\u2019s dashboard.Rear-end collisions \u2014 A rear-end collision could cause a driver to slam forward and hit their head on the dashboard, steering wheel, or steering column. A driver or passenger may also sustain a head injury when their body is jerked backward by a seatbelt, hitting their head on the headrest.Sideswipe or T-Bone accidents \u2014 Either of these types of accidents could cause a driver or passenger to slam their head into the side of their vehicle or a window, especially if the vehicle isn\u2019t equipped with side airbags.Talk to Our Experienced Traumatic Brain Injury Attorneys in Montgomery, ALThe Alabama traumatic brain injury lawyers at Stokes Stemle, LLC are here to help you pursue fair compensation for your losses if you\u2019ve been in a car accident. For more information, contact our office today for a\u00a0free initial consultation."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/stokesstemle.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"What Are the Top Symptoms of a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) After a Car Accident? An Expert Checklist","item":"https:\/\/stokesstemle.com\/blog\/how-common-are-traumatic-brain-injuries-after-car-accidents\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]