Understanding light sensitivity after head trauma
Light sensitivity, or photophobia, is one of the most commonly reported symptoms after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), yet it is also one of the most under-recognized. Many patients experience discomfort in bright environments, challenges using screens, and difficulty driving at night.
Sleep loss after head trauma: Long-term impacts on brain and vision
One of the most common and debilitating effects of traumatic brain injury is sleep disruption, affecting up to 70% of patients. Yet insomnia is rarely front and center in legal arguments, despite its direct connection to cognitive dysfunction and visual impairment.
When ‘clear' brain scans lead to legal mistakes
When building or defending a case involving traumatic brain injury (TBI), understanding the strengths and limitations of neuroimaging can be crucial. Attorneys handling TBI litigation often rely on CT or MRI results to validate injury claims, yet the clinical nuances of these scans are frequently misunderstood or misrepresented in court
Navigating the diagnostic gray area of TBI
Traumatic brain injury severity isn’t always clear-cut. This article explores why expert witnesses are crucial in interpreting Glasgow Coma Scale scores, identifying diagnostic challenges, and helping attorneys make stronger, evidence-based arguments in TBI cases.