Course
Description
The
Analysis of Brain Injury Claims
The Analysis of
Brain Injury Claims course is designed to familiarize adjusters and litigators
with important aspects of traumatic brain injury (TBI) claims from a
neurological standpoint. The
module is presented by Dr. Steven Carter, a Licensed Psychologist.
Dr. Carter begins by
defining traumatic brain injury, identifying the causes and symptoms of TBI,
and pointing out trouble areas in diagnosis.
He also explains what insurance professionals should be looking for when
reviewing medical records obtained during discovery. The instructor next discusses the neuropsychological examination
issues including the Glasgow Coma Score, structural imaging, functional
imaging, electro physical techniques, and neuropsychological assessment issues.
After completing the
course, the attendee will be able to better understand brain injury losses, the
importance of certain types of discovery, the relevance and applicability of
certain tests and imaging, and defenses to allegations of brain injury. Specifically the attendee will be able to explain
the mechanisms of mechanical injury such as from an auto accident or a fall;
explain the importance of premorbid issues as they relate to claims for loss of
neurological function; list causes of brain injury other than mechanical
injury; list key terms one might find when reviewing medical records concerning
TBI; list the elements required for an assessment of dementia due to brain
trauma; explain the distinction between a closed head injury and TBI; list
records that should be sought in discovery for purposes of establishing
premorbid function; describe symptom latency and its relevance to recovery from
brain injury; calculate Glasgow Coma Scores; list the components of the
meninges and hemorrhage types found in the meninges; explain the types of
neuroimaging techniques, their purposes, and the limitations of each; and list
errors that can lead to incorrect neuropsychological assessment.
The course is designed for practitioners
and insurance professionals working in the area of third-party liability insurance
coverage and litigation.