A coup brain injury is a traumatic brain injury that occurs directly beneath the area where the head was struck. This happens when the head is struck and the brain collides forcefully with the inside of the skull right underneath the point of impact. Coup brain injuries can range from mild concussions to serious…
Neurostorming is a severe neurological condition where the brain loses control over certain automatic body functions, causing episodes of intense sympathetic nervous system activity. This means the body’s “fight or flight” response goes into overdrive even when there is no real threat. Neurostorming is also known as paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity (PSH) or sympathetic storming. …
Loss of consortium is a type of non-economic damage available in certain personal injury and wrongful death cases. It compensates a spouse or close family member for the loss of companionship, affection, support, and marital relationship caused by another person’s injury. These damages recognize that a serious injury affects more than the injured person….
In Missouri, pain and suffering damages are not calculated by a specific formula or standard guide. Instead, these damages depend on factors such as the seriousness of your injuries, your recovery time, long-term effects, and how your accident impacts your daily life. Courts, juries, and insurance companies decide how much to award for pain…
