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Not only do concussions cause intense pain and potentially serious… Continue reading Signs of a Concussion After a Car Accident<\/span><\/a>","datePublished":"2021-10-25","dateModified":"2026-04-17","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/author\/matt-kahn\/#Person","name":"Matt Kahn","url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/author\/matt-kahn\/","identifier":25,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/e04949bdf1f2184cdeab337bb39535a4c17c4beb3ad3cd47e5524b20b38274a9?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/e04949bdf1f2184cdeab337bb39535a4c17c4beb3ad3cd47e5524b20b38274a9?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Butler Kahn","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Butler-Law-Firm-Logo.png","url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Butler-Law-Firm-Logo.png","width":210,"height":93}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/concussion.jpg","url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/concussion.jpg","height":663,"width":1000},"url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/signs-of-concussion-after-car-accident\/","about":["Car Accident"],"wordCount":946,"articleBody":"Concussions and other types of traumatic brain injuries are among the most severe injuries in car accidents. Research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that 54,725 people nationwide were hospitalized for traumatic brain injuries after car accidents in one year alone.Not only do concussions cause intense pain and potentially serious brain damage, but they can also put intense strain on your finances due to missed work and the cost of medical treatment.Many car crashes result from another driver\u2019s negligent actions. An Atlanta car crash lawyer can help you determine if someone else is liable for your injuries and help you pursue the full and fair compensation you deserve.The personal injury attorneys at Butler Kahn have decades of legal experience and have recovered sizable settlements for our clients. Unlike some firms, we focus on handling a few cases at a time to give our clients the full attention and dedication they deserve.When you are ready to learn more, contact any of our four Georgia offices for a free initial consultation.How Do You Know If You Have a Concussion After a Car Accident?Many different signs and symptoms of a concussion can show up after a severe car accident. If you\u2019ve experienced any of the indicators of a concussion listed below, get medical help soon as possible.Signs and symptoms of a concussion include:HeadachesNausea or vomitingUnusual drowsiness or fatigueDifficulties with speechFeeling dizzy or experiencing vertigoBlurry visionRinging in the earsChanges in the ability to taste or smellSensitivity to sound or lightFeeling dazed, disoriented, or confusedDifficulty concentrating on a taskMemory issuesInsomnia or unusual sleepinessDepression or anxietyMood swingsSigns and symptoms of moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries include:Seizures or convulsionsLoss of consciousness for several minutes or moreIntense, ongoing headacheRepetitive vomiting or severe nauseaDilated pupils in one or both eyesClear fluid draining from the ears or noseNumbness or weakness in the toes and fingersProfound confusionLoss of muscle coordinationSlurred speechFeeling angry, agitated, or other sudden mood shiftsFalling into a comaYoung children involved in car accidents can also suffer a concussion or another type of traumatic brain injury. In some cases, their injuries go undiagnosed because they can\u2019t communicate their symptoms as well as adults can.Here are some signs and symptoms of concussions in young children to watch out for after an accident:Changes in the child\u2019s eating or nursing habitsPersistent crying\u00a0The child is unable to be consoledThe child is easily or unusually irritatedChanges in the child\u2019s sleep habitsSeizuresDrowsiness or an inability to pay attention to what\u2019s going onLosing interest in favorite activitiesDepressed moodHow Do I Check for a Concussion?Because concussions and other kinds of traumatic brain injuries happen inside the skull, they\u2019re not always immediately apparent.Realistically, you shouldn\u2019t check for a concussion yourself after a car accident because you most likely don\u2019t have the training or experience to do so. If you have symptoms of a concussion, you need to see a doctor as soon as you can. They\u2019ll be able to examine you thoroughly and let you know if you have a concussion or some other kind of traumatic brain injury.If you aren\u2019t brought to a hospital for evaluation after a car accident, make sure to see a doctor as soon as possible, ideally the same day as the accident. They can see if you have any signs or symptoms of a concussion and then document your injuries. After the doctor has diagnosed you with a concussion, your next step should be to talk to a lawyer so they can see if someone may be liable for your injuries.How Long Can a Concussion Last After a Car Accident?There\u2019s no easy answer to how long concussion symptoms can last after a car accident. How long your symptoms will last depends on a range of factors, such as:The impact from the crashThe severity of your injuryHow quickly you started treatment after the crashWhat course of treatment your doctor prescribesIn some cases, symptoms from concussions last about six weeks or so. More severe traumatic brain injuries can cause lifelong problems.If your symptoms last for longer than six weeks after sustaining a concussion, you may have a condition known as post-concussion syndrome. Your doctor may prescribe additional treatments if your concussion symptoms don\u2019t subside after a few months.How Soon After Hitting Your Head Can Concussion Symptoms Start?When you start experiencing concussion symptoms after a car accident depends on many factors. If you have a less severe injury, you may not notice the effects until a few days or weeks afterward. In the case of more severe concussions, you may lose consciousness immediately after the crash and experience other symptoms in the following hours.While some symptoms of a concussion aren\u2019t immediately obvious, some signs show up fairly quickly. By seeing a doctor as soon as possible after a car accident, they may pick up on some of the more subtle signs of a concussion so you can start treatment right away, which may limit the effects of your injury.Contact Butler Kahn TodayButler Kahn stands up for Georgia car accident victims and helps them seek fair compensation when they\u2019ve sustained a concussion or other injuries resulting from someone\u2019s careless or reckless behavior. If you think we might be able to help you, contact us for a free initial consultation."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Signs of a Concussion After a Car Accident","item":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/signs-of-concussion-after-car-accident\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]