Summary
The court determined that Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be classified as a bodily injury. This classification is contingent upon objective medical evidence demonstrating a physical injury to the brain. Expert witness testimony that connected trauma-induced brain abnormalities to PTSD was deemed adequate to prevent a summary judgment.
Summary
The court determined that Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) could be considered a physical injury. This determination was possible when clear medical evidence demonstrated a physical injury to the brain. Expert witnesses provided testimony that connected brain abnormalities caused by trauma to PTSD. This evidence was strong enough to prevent the case from being dismissed immediately.
Summary
The court determined that Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be considered a physical injury. This is true if clear medical evidence shows there is physical damage to the brain. Expert witnesses provided enough information about brain differences related to trauma and PTSD to prevent an immediate ruling against the plaintiff.
Summary
The court decided that PTSD can be seen as a physical injury to the body. This is true if doctors can show real proof of harm to the brain. A doctor's opinion that connects brain problems from stress to PTSD was enough to stop the case from ending early.