Valent legal: Brain Injuries

Types of Traumatic Brain Injury

Jun 13, 2022 | Brain Injuries

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to brain damage caused by an impact to the head that disrupts normal brain function. TBI is the leading...

Concussions

Feb 5, 2021 | Brain Injuries

A concussion is defined as a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or a hit...

Essentials to Know About Traumatic Brain Injuries and Concussions

Mar 17, 2020 | Brain Injuries

At Valent Legal, many of the clients that walk through our doors have suffered from some form of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Some of them...

Cerebral Palsy & Medical Malpractice

Feb 25, 2020 | Birth Injury, Brain Injuries

Cerebral palsy is one of the most frequently diagnosed disorders in Canada. People would be surprised to hear that approximately one out of every 500...

What Are the Lasting Effects of Sustaining a Concussion?

Jul 9, 2019 | Accidents, Birth Injury, Brain Injuries, Car Accidents, Slips & Falls

Concussions are very common injuries. In Nova Scotia, we typically see concussion related cases resulting from car accidents, bike accidents, and falls. Make no mistake: a...

What Happens When You Have a Birth Injury?

May 30, 2019 | Birth Injury, Brain Injuries, Medical Malpractice

Nova Scotia Birth Injuries Welcoming a new baby is an exciting time for parents. They spend nine months building up hopes and dreams. Eating properly...

Minor Injury Cap Update for 2019

Feb 22, 2019 | Accidents, Brain Injuries, Car Accidents

In Nova Scotia, persons who suffer injuries in car accidents may have their compensation for “general damages” – also known as “pain and suffering" –...