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Old 08-27-2017, 03:11 PM #1
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My husband was in a work accident where he was hit in the head from behind, it was the fault of a negligent contractor. After 2 weeks he insisted he go back to work(he loves his job) and doctors would only release him part time. He was not ok and would come home after 6 hours and go to bed for the night. He at week 4 started having other concussion related symptoms. We realized at week 5 he could not smell, taste and his hearing was affected, he also had horrible depression and anger. Now for the wonderful part, the workman's comp doctor claims he must have had another accident that caused his symptoms, thus canceling his benefits. Now 10 months later, there are days I am having a hard time dealing with him, he has alienated his children, gets angry over everything . I also suffered from a head injury years ago and understand what he is going through. I am looking for support in dealing with him and his horrible moods and information on dealing with the 3rd party lawsuit we are in.
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Hi wifeofone

Welcome to NeuroTalk .

I am sorry to read about your husband's experiences.

You might like to post in the TBI/PCS forum (https://www.neurotalk.org/forum92/).

The other contributors there will be able to offer you support and suggestions.

Best wishes.
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Are you past the time frame for appealing to WC??
You don't have to accept a denial, get a good comp atty for your side..I think first visit/consult is free. Their pay comes out of settlement $$ if you sign with one. (per 2005 info)
I don't know how long you get to appeal..The denial letter might have had that info , or your state work comp division website or phone..

If in 3rd party suit, may change things..
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Hi wifeofone,

Did your husband fill out comp papers? If he didn't he needs to get a lawyer in there to help him out. I can't help but wonder if he has hurt the right temporal lobe of his head because that's the area of the brain that shows a persons emotions. My advice to you is to get your husband to a neurologist and get some tests done to find out if he has any damage on the brain. (I have epilepsy and had 2 brain surgeries so I can relate to this).
Tell your husband to try and take vitamin B12 once a day that helps calm the nerves down also. I wish you and your husband only the best and May God Bless the Both of You!

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