Many types of accidents can lead to brain injuries. In fact, the brain injury itself can cause further brain injuries. Consider, for example, a shaking injury that causes immediate damage. As the injury continue to limit blood flow to the brain, the patient may subsequently suffer hypoxia or anoxia, causing even more damage.
Causes of initial brain injuries include:
Car accidents and other vehicle accidents
Slips and falls
Medical malpractice
Dog bites
Sports accidents
Concussions
Assault