The term mild or minor traumatic brain injury is extremely misleading. The term “mild” or “minor” refers only to the initial physical trauma or impact that causes the brain injury. Brain injuries caused by a comparatively minor physical trauma or blow to the head can result in significant long term impairment or functional disability.

I have spent the last 18 years representing persons who have been victims of serious personal injuries. In my experience, mild traumatic brain injury is one of the most serious injuries that commonly go undiagnosed.

Busy, overworked doctors may not take the time to thoroughly question patients about their symptoms. In fact, the symptoms are so subtle that the victims themselves may not realize they are suffering from a mild traumatic brain injury.