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Traumatic Brain Injury and Social Security Disability Benefits

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), a traumatic brain injury, otherwise known as a TBI, can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head, as well as a penetrating injury such as a gunshot to the head. The most common ways people experience traumatic brain injuries are from car accidents, assault, falls, or from a firearm related injury. For more details kindly visit https://www.michaelmoncelaw.com/traumatic-brain-injury-and-social-security-disability-benefits/

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Traumatic Brain Injury and Social Security Disability Benefits

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  1. Traumatic Brain Injury and Social Security Disability Benefits

  2. Content 1. 2. 3. Introduction Traumatic Brain Injury SSA defines Traumatic Brain Injury Marked limitation in physical functioning Conclusion 4. 5.

  3. Introduction According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), a traumatic brain injury, otherwise known as a TBI, can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head, as well as a penetrating injury such as a gunshot to the head. The most common ways people experience traumatic brain injuries are from car accidents, assault, falls, or from a firearm related injury.

  4. Traumatic Brain Injury Those who experience a mild TBI or concussion typically recover safely at home after being seen by a medical professional. However, those with moderate or severe TBI may need ongoing care, as this condition can result in life-long health issues.

  5. SSA defines Traumatic Brain Injury Disorganization of motor function in two extremities, resulting limitation in the ability to stand up from a seated position, balance while standing or walking, or use the upper extremities, persisting for at least 3 consecutive months after the injury. in an extreme

  6. Marked limitation in physical functioning One of the following areas of mental functioning, persisting for at least 3 consecutive months after the injury: Understanding, remembering, or applying information or Interacting with others or Concentrating, persisting, or maintaining pace or Adapting or managing oneself.

  7. Conclusion If you or someone you know has suffered a traumatic brain injury and would like to speak with an attorney about filing for Social Security disability benefits, call the law office of Michael (859)-344-8090 Monce at

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