Best Michael Kaplen Podcasts (2025)

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 123: Can Concussions And Repetitive Head Trauma Lead To Neurodegenerative Disease? 2:16

18d ago2:16

2:16

New research from Tuft’s University suggests that concussions and repetitive head trauma may reactive dormant viruses in the brain triggering neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s Disease and Parkinson’s Disease. The study examined the Herpes Simplex Virus found in the brains of a high proportion of elderly individuals. The research found …

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 122: Military Blast Exposure & Brain Safety 2:07

1M ago2:07

2:07

Our armed service members will get some more protection under the National Defense Reauthorization Act passed by Congress in the closing days of 2024. Weapons must be changed to reduce blast exposure to troops operating these weapons and those in close proximity. Development of future weapon systems must consider brain safety. Brain injury caused b…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 121: Insurance Benefits for Brain Injury Survivors 4:16

1M ago4:16

4:16

In this, the last edition of The Brain Injury Insider for 2024, I would like to discuss one of the most difficult issues faced by brain injury survivors and their families. That issue is medical insurance benefits and the ability to obtain care. In 2025, we need to ensure adequate insurance coverage following a brain injury is available to brain in…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 120: What Is The Risk of Stroke After a Traumatic Brain Injury? 3:42

2M ago3:42

3:42

The increased risk of stroke following any type of traumatic brain injury is well known. A new comprehensive review of the medical literature in an article entitled Risk of Stroke After a Traumatic Brain Injury, a systematic review and meta-analysis published in the ACTA Neurological Journal this November, confirms this link. Traumatic brain injury…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 119: Convergence Insufficiency: How Difficulties with Vision May Be An Indicator of Long-Term Post-Concussion Consequences 4:53

2M ago4:53

4:53

Screening of patients in hospital emergency departments for concussions and other types of traumatic brain injury is challenging due to the many ways symptoms may manifest. Repeated studies have shown that emergency departments often fail to properly diagnose concussions leading to the inability of individuals to receive timely or proper treatment.…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 118: Chronic Brain Trauma Extensive in Navy's Speedboat Crews 2:42

2M ago2:42

2:42

Evidence continues to accumulate regarding repetitive head trauma as a cause of brain damage. A survey of boat team veterans conducted by a retired chief revealed that nearly all of the 300 respondents had experienced concussion symptoms from riding on high-speed boats, with many still suffering years later. Find out more about traumatic brain inju…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 117: Brain Injury Association of America Honors Founder, Marilyn Price Spivak 2:43

3M ago2:43

2:43

Last week, Shana De Caro and I had the pleasure of attending the inaugural Luminary of the Year tribute sponsored by the Brain Injury Association of America, honoring its founder, Marilyn Price Spivak. Marilyn’s vision in 1981 of establishing what was then known as the National Head Injury Foundation has been the guiding light for the mission of th…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 116: TBI Recognized as Chronic Condition by the CMS 2:46

4M ago2:46

2:46

In a victory for the brain injury community, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has recognized traumatic brain injury (TBI) as a chronic health condition. CMS has added TBI to its list of chronic conditions for chronic special needs through its Medicare Advantage program effective for the January 2025 plan year This significant ad…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 115: Long Term Disability Insurance Benefits for Brain Injury Survivors 6:48

4M ago6:48

6:48

Despite what long term disability insurance carriers may respond to claims made by brain injury survivors for long term disability benefits, not everyone gets better after sustaining a traumatic brain injury. Recent long term medical studies have concluded that the cognitive, physical, and emotional consequences of a traumatic brain injury, includi…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 114: Brain Injury Association of America and US Brain Injury Alliance Merger 3:25

5M ago3:25

3:25

Today, I have some good news to share with all those who are interested in improving the lives of brain injury survivors, educating the public about brain injury, and preventing future brain injuries from occurring. The Brain Injury Association of America and the United States Brain Injury Alliance have agreed to merge into a single organization, u…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 113: Let's Not Give Up On Unresponsive Brain Damaged Individuals 2:28

6M ago2:28

2:28

A new study reported in the New England Journal of Medicine found that 25 % of patients thought to be unresponsive and diagnosed as being in the vegetative or minimally conscious state had some degree of conscious awareness. Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/2WenSM2iacg Find more brain injury study and research news visit https://br…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 112: Law Enforcement Officers Need to be Screened for Traumatic Brain Injury 3:27

6M ago3:27

3:27

Over 50% of law enforcement officers reported a prior head injury involving loss of consciousness or being dazed or confused, or a gap in memory, all signs of a traumatic brain injury following on the job encounters or sports related injury when surveyed about past head injuries. Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/lfzvePsPCc4 Find ou…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 111: Brain Injury in Children (Pediatric Brain Injury) 4:13

6M ago4:13

4:13

Brain injury continues to be a significant cause of disability and death for children of all ages. Pediatric brain injury leads to over 500,000 visits to hospital emergency departments each year and about 60,000 hospitalizations in the United States. Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/vHlE0DOZln4 If your child has suffered a brain in…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 110: Can a Concussion Impact Your Cognitive Abilities as You Age? 2:19

7M ago2:19

2:19

You have been told, you made a full recovery from your concussion. So, can that concussion impact your cognitive abilities as you age? A new study published in the journal Neurology shows it can. The study found that suffering a concussion early in life increased the incidence of cognitive decline in those over the age of 65. If you or a loved one …

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 109: June is Aphasia Awareness Month 3:18

8M ago3:18

3:18

According to the National Aphasia Association about 2 million Americans have aphasia, but most Americans have never heard of this term or this condition. During Aphasia Awareness Month let’s raise awareness of this debilitating condition and its impact on the person and those around them. Watch this video on YouTube at https://youtu.be/pMj0d8NX7iU …

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 108: Record High Levels of Patient Care Errors in 2023 (Sentinel Event Data) 3:07

8M ago3:07

3:07

Serious adverse events continue to plague heath care organizations causing preventable injury and needless death to patients. The Joint Commission on Hospital Accreditation, each year publishes data on a “sentinel event”, a patient safety event that results in death, permanent harm, or severe temporary harm which is preventable. The Joint Commissio…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 107: Should you speak with the other side's insurance company if you were involved in an accident? 2:15

8M ago2:15

2:15

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses whether you should speak to the other side's insurance company if you were involved in an accident. The simple answer: no, no, and no! Watch this video on YouTube at https://youtu.be/kyCRh2VypWQ If you were injured in an accident in New York that wasn't your fault, find out how …

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 106: What have we learned from the war in Ukraine about traumatic brain injury? 2:41

9M ago2:41

2:41

The ongoing war in Ukraine highlights the significant link between combat and brain trauma, with The New York Times reporting that 90% of soldiers treated in hospitals have suffered from blast-related or other types of brain injuries. Find out more at https://brainlaw.com/brain-injuries/veterans/ Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/8o…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 105: Brain Injury is a Chronic Condition 3:53

11M ago3:53

3:53

Brain injury of any kind is a leading cause of disability in the United States and throughout the world. It’s time the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, (“CDC”) designate brain injury as a chronic condition. Find out more about brain injury at https://brainlaw.com/tbi-facts/ Brain Injury Insider is a weekly podcast by The Brain Injury Law…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 104: eBikes and Head Injuries 2:08

11M ago2:08

2:08

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses alarming statistics, which reveal a 49-fold increase in the number of eBike riders who seek care in an emergency department for a head injury. Find out more about bicycle accidents at https://brainlaw.com/vehicle-accident-lawyers/bicycle-accidents/ Brain Injury Insider is a week…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 103: Today is Brain Injury Awareness Day on Capitol Hill 2:25

11M ago2:25

2:25

This year, Brain Injury Awareness Day takes on special significance for the millions of Americans who sustain an acquired or traumatic brain injury each year. Today, we will advocate for the reauthorization of The Traumatic Brain Injury Act which provides needed funding for research and support to improve outcomes for persons with brain injury. Bra…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 102: Brain Injury Awareness Month 2024 5:29

12M ago5:29

5:29

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses Brain Injury Awareness Month 2024, and why spreading awareness, and advocating for survivors of this invisible injury is more important than ever. Find out more at https://brainlaw.com/brain-injuries/brain-injury-awareness-month/ Brain Injury Insider is a weekly podcast by The B…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 101: What Brain Injury Survivors Need You to Know 3:34

1y ago3:34

3:34

From the outside looking in, a brain injury is difficult to understand. From the inside looking out, a brain injury is difficult to describe. In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses some important information brain injury survivors may need to say to you, to help you understand their experience of living with this "in…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 100: Research Finds New Treatment May Improve Common Cognitive TBI Symptoms 2:51

1y ago2:51

2:51

In the 100th episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen shares positive news of research into a new treatment that has been found to be effective in improving attention, planning, and organization in individuals with traumatic brain injury between the ages of 3 and 18. Brain Injury Insider is a weekly podcast by The Brain Injury Law Firm …

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 99: Delaying Nonurgent Surgery For Patients With a TBI 3:05

1y ago3:05

3:05

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses the conclusions of a new study, which recommends delaying nonurgent surgery for patients with traumatic brain injuries of all severities. Watch on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ysq7qtLPD5Q Subscribe to Brain Injury Insider https://brainlaw.com/insider/ Brain Injury …

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 98: Long Covid and Brain Damage Update (New Research) 2:52

1y ago2:52

2:52

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses new research, which may help us understand the mechanism of how Covid-19 causes lasting neurological and brain damage. Find out more about Covid-19 and brain damage at https://brainlaw.com/brain-injuries/covid-disability/ Watch this episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 97: How Are Brain Injuries Classified? 2:45

1y ago2:45

2:45

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses the current method of classifying brain injuries, and why this outdated classification can lead to misunderstandings in treatment, consequences, and rehabilitation for brain injury survivors. Listen to an audio version at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvJzlDaZAr8 Find out more…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 96: New York’s Antiquated Wrongful Death Law Needs to be Updated 5:54

1+ y ago5:54

5:54

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses New York's antiquated wrongful death law, its inherently unjust nature, and why it must be updated to reflect family and relationship dynamics in the 21st Century. Find out more at https://brainlaw.com/personal-injury/wrongful-death/ Brain Injury Insider is a weekly podcast by T…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 95: Report Reveals 800,000 Individuals Are Victims of Misdiagnosis Each Year 4:27

1+ y ago4:27

4:27

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses a stunning new study, which estimates 800,000 individuals each year are victims of misdiagnosis. This includes 371,000 people whose death is attributable to a misdiagnosis and 424,000 who sustain serious injury and disability. Read the show notes for this episode and find out mo…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 94: 27 Years of The Traumatic Brain Injury Act 3:59

1+ y ago3:59

3:59

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses the Traumatic Brain Injury Act, which was signed into law by President Bill Clinton on the 29th July 1996, and asks, 27 years on from the Act taking effect, how much progress have we made in addressing the challenges and needs of brain injury survivors? Read the show notes for t…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 92: Drowning, near drowning, and brain injury 4:30

1+ y ago4:30

4:30

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses drowning, which is the leading cause of death for children under 4 in the United States, how near drowning often leads to brain injury, and important safety measures that can help to prevent swimming pool accidents. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 92: Choosing a Law Firm For Your Brain Injury Case 3:56

1+ y ago3:56

3:56

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses the importance of choosing the right law firm for your brain injury case, and explains why De Caro & Kaplen are uniquely positioned to assist brain injury survivors both in and out of the court room. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw.com/…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 91: Should You Change Your Brain Injury Attorney? 2:53

1+ y ago2:53

2:53

Who you choose to represent you in your brain injury lawsuit can make all the difference in the world. In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses your right to change attorneys at any time, and some important reasons why you may want to consider doing so. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 90: Stroke Facts And Statistics 2:50

1+ y ago2:50

2:50

May is National Stroke Awareness Month in the United States. In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses troubling statistics regarding the prevalence of strokes in America, and the critical need for prompt diagnosis and treatment to minimize damage to the brain, and increase the chances of a positive outcome. Read the sh…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 89: Multiple Concussions 3:29

2y ago3:29

3:29

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses research published in the Journal of Neurotrauma, which reveals that experiencing multiple concussions, regardless of severity, increases the chances of long-term cognitive impairment. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw.com/insider/multipl…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 88: US Military Continues To Mismanage Troops Suffering From Traumatic Brain Injury 4:30

2y ago4:30

4:30

Over 450,000 United States military service personnel have sustained traumatic brain injuries from the years 2020 to 2022, yet the Department of Defense failed to consistently implement policies and procedures, to determine the care needed for these service members according to a new report issued by the Inspector General for the Department of Defe…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 87: A Message for Senator McConnell; Concussions Are No Joking Matter 4:05

2y ago4:05

4:05

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses an insensitive and damaging comment made by Senator McConnell to the media following his recent concussion and recovery. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw.com/insider/senator-mcconnell-concussion/ Brain Injury Insider is a weekly podcast …

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 86: Construction Accidents - The Leading Cause of Workplace-Related TBI in the United States 5:11

2y ago5:11

5:11

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses construction accidents - the leading cause of workplace-related traumatic brain injury in the United States. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw.com/insider/construction-accidents/ Brain Injury Insider is a weekly podcast by The Brain Injur…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 85: Emergency Department Malpractice 4:55

2y ago4:55

4:55

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses the findings of a new study by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, which show that 1 in 18 patients receive an incorrect diagnosis in hospital emergency departments. Five of the top ten misdiagnosed conditions in …

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 84: Interview with 2023 Traumatic Brain Injury Scholarship winner Erin Newcomb 15:01

2y ago15:01

15:01

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen interviews Erin Newcomb, the recipient of De Caro & Kaplen's 2023 Traumatic Brain Injury Scholarship award. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw.com/insider/erin-newcomb/ Brain Injury Insider is a weekly podcast by The Brain Injury Law Firm ®, De Caro…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 83: Brain Injury Awareness Month 2023 6:28

2y ago6:28

6:28

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month in the United States. In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses why spreading awareness about the public health crisis that is traumatic brain injury is critical for improving the lives of millions of Americans. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brain…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 82: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning and Brain Damage 5:53

2y ago5:53

5:53

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses the dangers of Carbon Monoxide poisoning, and how Carbon Monoxide affects the brain. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw.com/insider/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/ For more information visit our Carbon Monoxide web page at https://brainlaw.com/…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 81: The Time To Act On These Issues Affecting Brain Injury Survivors Is NOW 3:52

2y ago3:52

3:52

The Time To Act On These Issues Affecting Brain Injury Survivors Is NOW In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses some of the issues brain injury survivors will face in 2023, and calls for urgent action to improve the lives of persons with a brain injury, their family, and friends. Read the show notes for this episode a…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 80: Post World Cup, It’s Time For A Total Ban On Heading In Soccer 8:17

2y ago8:17

8:17

Argentina beat France in a thrilling World Cup final yesterday. But while the World Cup was packed with excellent soccer, there were a number of incidents throughout the tournament which highlighted the damange that heading the ball, and other impacts can cause to the brain. In this video, Michael Kaplen argues that, post World Cup, it's time FIFA …

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 79: The Brain Injury Task Force 3:17

2y ago3:17

3:17

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses the Congressional Brain Injury Task Force, and urges more Representatives to join the task force in 2023. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw.com/insider/brain-injury-task-force/ Brain Injury Insider is a weekly podcast by The Brain Injury …

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 78: Hollywood Continues to Perpetuate Misinformation About Brain Injury 2:54

2y ago2:54

2:54

In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses the continued misrepresentation of brain injury by the media, and in particular the portrayal of a character suffering from traumatic identity amnesia in a new Netflix film starring Lindsay Lohan. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw.com/ins…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 77: A Holiday Message From Brain Injury Insider 3:51

2y ago3:51

3:51

Interaction with family and friends during holiday gatherings can be a difficult time for persons with a brain injury. In this episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen explains why. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw.com/insider/holiday-message/ Brain Injury Insider is a weekly podcast by The Brai…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 76: NCAA Lawsuit - This is CRAZY 6:05

2+ y ago6:05

6:05

In this week's episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses the crazy witness testimony in the lawsuit against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) charging them with negligence in the death of former USC linebacker Matthew Gee, who played between 1988 and 1992-92. Read the show notes for this episode and find out m…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 75: Covid Disability 5:59

2+ y ago5:59

5:59

Many symptoms associated with long Covid are similar to those found after a concussion or other type of brain injury. In this week's episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses problems faced by Covid "long haulers" when filing disability insurance claims. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw…

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Brain Injury Insider Episode 74: Accommodations Following a Brain Injury 7:42

2+ y ago7:42

7:42

In this week's episode of Brain Injury Insider, host Michael Kaplen discusses necessary accommodations following a brain injury, which may be necessary to assist survivors overcome and offset injury related limitations. Read the show notes for this episode and find out more at https://brainlaw.com/insider/accommodations-following-brain-injury/ Brai…

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