The Dangers of Strobe Lights
While strobe lights can be a fun and exciting addition to just about any party, they do not come without risk. Photosensitive epileptics are sensitive to visual stimuli such as kaleidoscopic effects, fast action sequences, and rapidly blinking lights, including those of emergency vehicles and strobe lights. While it is not reasonable to outlaw all items which could cause an epileptic seizure, they should always be accompanied by a safety warning.
If you or someone you know has suffered injury due to an epileptic episode while at a club, theater, or party, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. Contact the Pennsylvania personal injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511 to discuss the details of your case.
Signs of an Epileptic Episode
Epilepsy is a chronic neurological condition that causes victims to have sporadic and uncontrollable seizures, which can range in severity from mild to grand mal. While grand mal seizures are typically recognized by onlookers right away, mild seizures may not be so easy to recognize. Symptoms of mild epileptic episode can include:
- Disorientation and confusion
- Inability to speak or communicate
- Speaking gibberish
- Compulsive or erratic behavior
- Symptoms of a serious, or grand mal, seizure include:
- Body locking up
- Clenched muscles
- Bleeding from the mouth
- Seizing of the body
If you observe any of the above symptoms, contact an emergency medical care provider immediately.
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If you have had an epileptic episode because of visual stimuli that you were not warned about, you may be eligible to receive compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other related fees. Contact the Pennsylvania personal injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511 to speak with an experienced attorney about your case.