Traumatic injuries occur suddenly and often severely impact the lives of those who suffer the injury as well as the lives of family and friends. High quality immediate treatment and ongoing treatment, care, and rehabilitation are critical to minimizing the lifelong physical and emotional impacts of a traumatic injury.

In addition to the physical and emotional cost, the financial impact of a traumatic injury can be devastating.

Types of Traumatic Injuries:

Traumatic injuries result in severe physical damage and are caused by something external to the injured person. In other words they are not caused by a genetic condition or a disease, although a traumatic injury can produce secondary disease or disabling conditions.

Common examples of traumatic injuries include:

• Loss of Limb
• Burns
• Brain Injuries
• Permanent Scars
• Broken Bones
• Back Injuries (even those that do not require surgery)
• Any permanent injury that will impact the rest of your life.

Important Steps to Take if You or a Loved One Has Suffered a Traumatic Injury

The days and weeks after suffering a traumatic injury can be frightening and overwhelming. The first critical concern is the preservation of life and limb. However, it is important to realize that in many cases the key to long term recovery, both physically and emotionally, is access to quality long term treatment and/or rehabilitative care. Traumatic injuries also frequently prevent or limit the ability of the injured person to work. By taking the right steps you can improve your ability to access the care and services you need.

Here are some important things to do after suffering a traumatic injury:

• First seek a medical evaluation and treatment from respected medical professionals.
• If you are uncertain of the extent of your injuries always get a medical evaluation. This can identify injuries you are not fully aware of and also provide valuable information should symptoms appear later.
• Head injuries may result in delayed traumatic effects including memory loss, depression, and mood instability. If you have suffered a head injury, unconsciousness, or a concussion you should seek immediate medical attention.
• If non-emergency surgery or another non-emergency high risk procedure is recommended ask for a second opinion.
• As soon a possible contact an attorney experienced in traumatic injury cases. By involving an attorney as early as possible you will receive the guidance, support, and direction you need so you can focus on recovery.
• Keep records and a diary documenting all treatments and your status.
• Take pictures of your injuries on a regular basis, daily if possible.

If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic injury you may have options that you are not aware of, particularly if the injury was the result of another's negligence. Florida law allows those who suffer traumatic injuries due to negligence to file a personal injury lawsuit to recover compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other financial consequences resulting from the injury.

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