# Suspect a Head Injury? | Attorney Brian White **Table of Contents***[*Expand*]* 1. Listen to Your Body 2. Assess Yourself for Signs of an Injury 3. Go to the Hospital Right Away 4. Call a Head Injury Attorney 5. Contact the Houston Personal Injury Lawyers at Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers For Help ![What To Do If You Suspect You Have a Head Injury](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/What-To-Do-If-You-Suspect-You-Have-a-Head-Injury-300x200.jpg) Head and brain injuries are silent killers. Traumatic brain injuries from accidents like [car crashes](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/) and slip and falls contribute to [30% of all injury-related deaths](https://www.cdc.gov/traumatic-brain-injury/data-research/facts-stats/?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/get_the_facts.html) in the United States. There is currently no cure for injuries such as swelling or bleeding in the brain. If the victim survives, he or she can suffer temporary or permanent disabilities to movement, speech, memory, and sensation. Damage to the brain can go unnoticed until it’s too late. If you have any reason to suspect a head injury after an accident, follow these steps to protect your health and your rights: ## Listen to Your Body Head injuries are especially dangerous because they can hide exterior symptoms while interior damage takes place. Your brain could be suffering serious injuries without you realizing what’s happening until it’s too late to reverse the damage. After an accident in which you fell, bumped your head, were in a car accident, inhaled fumes, fell unconscious, or didn’t have any oxygen for a period of time, listen to your body to see if something is amiss. Do not ignore even the smallest signs and symptoms of something wrong. For a legal consultation call [(713) 500-5000](tel:+17135005000) ## Assess Yourself for Signs of an Injury You will need a health care professional to diagnose your head or [brain injury](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/brain-injury-lawyer/), but there are things you can do on your own to determine if you might have one before going to the hospital. After an accident, get to a safe place and check yourself for any of the following warning signs of a head injury: - Dizziness - Nausea or vomiting - Black spots in your vision - Unconsciousness - Memory loss - Headache - Fatigue - Sensitivity to noise or sound In the hours, days, and even weeks after your accident, continue to keep in mind the common symptoms of a head injury. Symptoms can arise long after the date of impact. If you have a child with a possible head injury, look for signs such as problems sleeping and sudden behavioral changes. Depression, anxiety, insomnia, and difficulty concentrating can all stem from a traumatic brain injury. ## Go to the Hospital Right Away After an event that might have caused a head injury, be sure to tell authorities, such as your employer, a store manager, property owner, police officer, and insurance agent that you might have an injury. Saying you don’t have one can make it more difficult to prove your claim if you discover one later. Protect your rights by saying you aren’t sure when police ask after an accident. Request an ambulance, or go to the hospital right away. Prompt diagnoses and treatments are imperative to the prognoses of people with brain injuries. The sooner you get to a doctor, the better for your personal health. [Click to contact](/contact-us/) us today ## Call a Head Injury Attorney Head and brain injuries are serious. They can cause major harm to survivors, including [permanent disability](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/), lost capacity to earn, and lost enjoyment of life. They are expensive injuries, incurring thousands of dollars in medical bills and lost wages. The pain and suffering a survivor can experience are incalculable. If you think you have a head injury, [contact a Houston personal injury lawyer](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/) right away. Discuss your accident and the chance of suing the person or entity that caused your injuries. A lawyer can help you take the first steps toward compensation. 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He is a [Board-Certified](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/resources/brian-white-is-board-certified-in-personal-injury-trial-law/) Personal Injury Trial Lawyer. Dedicated to giving back, he actively supports local charities and [community initiatives](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/about/community-involvement/). [Client testimonials](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/about/testimonials/) highlight Brian’s compassion, open communication, and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for those he represents. 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Almost any [![Delayed Concussion Symptoms](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/themes/brian-white/assets/app/img/default-thumb.webp)](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/delayed-concussion-symptoms/) [Delayed Concussion Symptoms](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/delayed-concussion-symptoms/) A concussion happens when your brain suffers a mild injury. The injury causes the brain to swell, leading to physical, [![Symptoms of Brain Bleed After a Head Injury](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Symptoms-of-Brain-Bleed-After-a-Head-Injury-300x200.jpg)](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/symptoms-of-brain-bleed-after-a-head-injury/) [Symptoms of Brain Bleed After a Head Injury](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/symptoms-of-brain-bleed-after-a-head-injury/) A headache or momentary dizziness is not the only effect you could face following a blow to the head. Whether you [![Concussion Without Loss of Consciousness ](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Concussion-Without-Loss-of-Consciousness--300x200.jpg)](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/concussion-without-loss-of-consciousness/) [Concussion Without Loss of Consciousness](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/concussion-without-loss-of-consciousness/) Concussions are much more common than many people believe and can occur in a variety of circumstances. The force --- Source: https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/suspect-a-head-injury/