If you or a loved one has been in a car crash, fall, or any kind of accident, you may have heard the term TBI—short for traumatic brain injury. But what exactly does that mean? And what if your injuries seem “mild,” but you still don't feel like yourself?

Thanks to updated research, doctors and legal professionals now rely on a more modern, inclusive definition—one that might apply to your case even if you didn't lose consciousness or suffer a skull fracture.

🧠 The Menon Definition of TBI: A New Standard

In 2010, brain injury expert Dr. David Menon helped redefine how we understand TBIs. His team's definition is now widely accepted in both the medical and legal world:

“A traumatic brain injury is an alteration in brain function, or other evidence of brain pathology, caused by an external force.”

Let's break that down.

🚨 What Does This Mean in Plain English?

You may have a TBI if:
• You felt dazed, confused, or disoriented after your accident
• You experienced memory loss around the time of the event
• You had a brief loss of consciousness
• You developed vision problems, headaches, or difficulty concentrating
• A scan (like a CT or MRI) showed signs of brain injury

And all of this can happen even without a visible head wound.

🚗 TBIs After Car Accidents, Falls, and More

Many of the TBI cases we handle at our firm involve:
• Rear-end car crashes, where whiplash causes the brain to shift inside the skull
• Slip-and-fall incidents, especially on hard surfaces like ice or concrete
• Pedestrian or bicycle accidents, where the head may strike the ground or vehicle
• Blunt trauma, such as being hit by an object or debris

Even if the symptoms seem “mild,” the long-term effects can be serious—brain fog, fatigue, mood swings, and cognitive issues that interfere with work, relationships, and daily life.

📋 Why This Definition Matters in Your Case

Insurance companies often try to downplay brain injuries—especially if you didn't go to the ER right away or if your scans look “normal.” But under the Menon definition, your real symptoms and functional impairments still matter.

At our firm, we fight to make sure your injury is taken seriously. We work closely with medical experts who understand TBIs—and we help document how your life has changed since the injury.

⚖️ What to Do If You Think You Have a TBI

If you suspect a brain injury:
1. Seek medical attention—even if symptoms seem minor.
2. Keep track of symptoms in a journal or app.
3. Speak to a personal injury attorney experienced in TBI cases.

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📞 Get Help from a Connecticut TBI Lawyer

At [Your Firm Name], we know how traumatic brain injuries can turn your life upside down—even when others don't see the damage. If you were injured due to someone else's negligence, you don't have to suffer in silence. We're here to listen, investigate, and fight for the compensation you deserve.

🟦 Call us today for a free consultation.