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Types of Brain Injury

Brain injuries present in many forms, and each condition carries distinct causes, symptoms, and impacts on daily life. In the guides below, brain injury attorney Michael Kaplen shares insights drawn from decades of experience representing clients with diverse forms of TBI, exploring how such injuries occur, their medical underpinnings, and the legal avenues for securing support and compensation.

In This Section

➡️ Aphasia

Learn how aphasia—a brain injury often caused by stroke or head trauma—disrupts language abilities, why it can leave individuals feeling trapped in their own bodies, and what research and policy steps are needed for improved therapy and support.


➡️ Drowning, Near Drowning, and Brain Injury

Learn how preventable near-drowning incidents, especially in children, can lead to severe brain damage through oxygen deprivation and why timely intervention is crucial for preventing catastrophic injuries.


➡️ Epilepsy and Seizures

Discover how epilepsy—a condition defined by recurrent seizures resulting from abnormal brain activity—manifests with a wide range of symptoms and can be managed through medical, surgical, and other strategies.


➡️ Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

Discover why “mild” TBI, rooted in emergency triage terminology, can still lead to severe, life-altering effects—and how properly explaining its true impact is crucial in the courtroom.


➡️ Traumatic Brain Injury And Domestic Violence

Learn how victims of domestic violence are frequently left with hidden, life-altering brain injuries—often overlooked due to inadequate screening and resources—and why greater awareness and support are urgently needed.

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