In light of the stroke suffered by Beau Biden, son of Vice President Joe Biden, doctors are now saying that strokes occur more often than we may assume. Even healthy individuals who eat well and exercise regularly are still at risk for suffering a stroke, which can leave a person paralyzed, have adverse affects on speech and motor skills, or cause death.
According to an article by the Los Angeles Times, Dr. David S. Liebeskind of the UCLA Stroke Center says that strokes can affect people of any age and are caused by a number of different factors. It is a common misconception that only elderly people are at risk for a stroke, and he explained that strokes can be triggered by various sporting activities, including even something as simple as a tennis serve or a repetitive swimming motion.
There are several types of strokes that can afflict an individual, each varying in severity and cause. Mild strokes can occur from blood clots. A more severe stroke called a “cerebral hemorrhage” is caused by the failure of an artery in the brain. Studies have also linked migraines to strokes, and according to Dr. Patrick Lyden of Cedars-Sinai Medical Hospital in Los Angeles, those who suffer from debilitating migraines are at higher risk of having a stroke during their lifetime.
Brain injuries and strokes can be catastrophic and lead to drastic changes in a person’s life. Even basic activities can lead to a stroke and the debilitating effects can devastate any family. Traumatic brain injuries can be caused by many things, such as a motor vehicle accident, a blow to the head, gunshot wounds and sports injuries. If a brain injury that causes a stroke is brought about by another person’s negligence or intentional conduct, then the injured individual may be able to obtain compensation to help pay for pain and suffering, medical bills and other damages.
The top California personal injury lawyers at Panish Shea & Boyle LLP have the knowledge and experience to handle complicated and lengthy brain injury lawsuits. Whether your head injury resulted from an auto accident, a construction accident or a fall due to a dangerous condition, our aggressive legal team will protect your rights and ensure that you receive full and just recompense. Call us today at (877) 800-1700 for a case evaluation.
