The Most Common Cause of TBI As Explained By a Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney

1. August 7, 2017 The Most Common Cause of TBI As Explained By a Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney Even with all the safety precautions put in place by employers, getting hurt in the workplace is still very much possible. According to the CDC (Center of Disease Control and Prevention), more than 800,000 people are hospitalized each year due to a fall injury. Most of these fall injuries ended up in a traumatic brain injury. 1

2. Suffering from a traumatic brain injury or TBI is a huge ordeal, no matter how small the event may seem at first. To compound matters, some people who develop TBI don’t exhibit any symptoms until much later. One of the most common causes to TBI is a slip and fall accident and it happens most frequently at the workplace. Furthermore, a slip and fall accident is also considered as the leading cause of workplace disability and cost around $7.94 billion annually nationwide. Looking at these numbers, it is only right for everyone to learn to protect themselves in the workplace, especially from slips and falls. What Causes Slips and Falls at the Workplace? Floor contaminants is the leading cause for workers to slip and fall. The presence of water, grease, oil, fluid, and food in the pantry, bathroom, or building entrances greatly increase the risk of someone slipping. People often take a tumble due to uneven floors, too, so watch out for these hazards. According to the CDC, workers in the healthcare industry are the ones most likely to be involved in slip and fall accidents and develop traumatic brain injuries. This observance is linked to the presence of many types of liquids in their work areas. How Can a Fall Result in a Traumatic Brain Injury? It is clear how any type of head injury can result in a traumatic brain injury. However, for a fall to result in a TBI, one does not need to be hit directly in the head. A severe jolt to the head can cause the brain to move back and forth inside the skull, causing contusion which is a type of traumatic brain injury. After a shock like this, damage to the brain cells occurs and symptoms will begin to manifest clinically. 2

3. What Should You Do to Prevent Falling? We are faced with all kinds of slip and fall hazards every day. Slip-resistant shoes help lower the risk of falling. The fit and comfort of these shoes are also crucial to make sure the footwear can do its job properly. While manufacturers may declare them as non-slip, high heels still pose a hazard as they affect your balance when walking. If you see a hazard in the workplace, immediately alert others to protect your co-workers from being involved in an accident. An accident can happen unexpectedly even in seemingly safe places. If you or a loved one are involved in such an unfortunate event and end up developing a TBI, consult with a professional traumatic brain injury attorney to find out the best legal actions to take. About D&Z Law Group: D&Z Law Group is a law firm that specializes in civil cases such as traumatic brain injury, wrongful death, personal injury, and many more litigations. We are an experienced team of legal professionals who will represent you with honesty and dedication, and will aggressively pursue a just result for your case. Sources: Painful Statistics on Slips, Trips, and Falls, Arbill.com Slip, Trip, and Fall Prevention for Healthcare Workers, CDC.gov 3