Head Injury Cases

Head injuries can be the result of a variety of different types of accident, including car accidents or sporting injuries, and can vary a great deal in severity.  All head injuries should be assessed by a medical professional to establish whether or not there is significant damage, or whether there is a likelihood of long-term consequences.

Negative outcomes as a result of head injury may not be immediately obvious but any symptoms of suspected concussion should be immediately investigated by a doctor.

What Sort of Problems are Linked to Head Injuries?

Head injuries can be associated with many short and long term problems, including:

•    Spinal injuries

•    Bleeding in the brain

•    Concussion

•    Paralysis

•    Problems with speech

•    Vomiting

•    Coma (temporary or long-term)

How Do I Proceed With A Head Injury Case?

If you feel that you may have cause to proceed with a head injury case*, you should keep records of all your medical treatment and documentation, and seek advice from a personal injury solicitor before you apply to the Personal Injuries Board in Ireland.

At S.T.O’Sullivan & Co. Solicitors we have the 35 years experience in managing personal injury cases and have brought hundreds of cases before The Injuries Board since its inception in 2003.

*In contentious business, a solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or a proportion of any award or settlement.