VETERANS SUFFERING FROM TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES HAVE THE RIGHTS TO DISABILITY BENEFITS
The men and women who have fought for our freedoms often suffer from serious injuries. Among the most commonly seen injuries are traumatic brain injuries (TBI). A TBI occurs when the brain’s function is impaired due to a severe blow or impact. While many people might think their wounds need to be visible to receive disability benefits, a head trauma sustained while serving in the military makes you a candidate for disability benefits. The different categories that define TBI help to understand the severity of an injury. There are three categories TBI can fall under, each with varying symptoms. • MILD TBI - This is more commonly called a concussion. The symptoms for mild TBI include trouble concentrating, irritability, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, headaches, and memory problems. These symptoms are usually short- lived, ranging from a few minutes to hours but have been known to persist over months or years.
common symptoms include mental or physical deficits that can last for months or permanently, confusion for days to weeks, and loss of consciousness from an hour to a day.
• SEVERE TBI - This results from a serious head injury received in a traumatic incident, such as a car accident or an open or penetrating wound. Symptoms from this injury include significant changes to sensory abilities, vision, cognitive functions, and speech abilities. Most veterans immediately realize the severity of their injury. However, this can result in a misrepresented injury during the initial application for disability benefits — the result of which could lead to a claim denial. Our attorneys at Obiorah Fields are here to assist veterans who have been denied benefits by Veterans Affairs. We are ready and willing to represent you during the appeals process, file your Notice of Disagreement, and ensure that your case continues to move through the system. Contact our offices today using the number below to learn more.
• MODERATE TBI - Of the three categories, moderate TBI has the widest array of symptoms. Some of the more
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INGREDIENTS
• 5 pounds sweet potatoes • 1 cup canned coconut milk • 1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat oven to 375 F. On a large sheet pan, bake potatoes until very soft, approximately 75 minutes. 2. Let potatoes cool until they are safe to handle, then peel and mash. 3. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine coconut milk and curry paste. Once mixed, add the mixture, salt, half the sugar, and half the butter to potatoes. 4. 30 minutes before serving, heat oven to 425 F. Spread potatoes in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. 5. Uncover potatoes and dot with remaining butter and sugar. Broil until brown, crusty, and delicious. Serve hot.
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