Did you sustain a brain injury due to someone’s negligence? If so, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With the assistance of an experienced brain injury lawyer, you can file a claim today.
According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, the brain is responsible for every process that regulates our body. When the brain is damaged, the effects can be devastating to brain injury victims and their families. Some victims are unable to ever recover from these severe injuries.
The attorneys at 844-SPARTAN have over 75 years of combined experience. We’ve successfully recovered over $250 million for our clients. Let us use our considerable experience, knowledge, and skill to fight for your maximum compensation. Call us today at (844) 772-7826 for your free consultation.
How 844-SPARTAN Can Help Me With My Brain Injury
Brain injuries can take over a person’s whole life. They may be unable to move or complete normal activities of daily living without assistance. Additionally, managing health appointments can be overwhelming.
During this difficult time, you need a legal advocate in your corner who will fight to recover the compensation you deserve. An experienced personal injury attorney from 844-SPARTAN can handle all aspects of your claim while you focus on recovery.
When you hire our lawyers, they will:
- Investigate the accident and identify all at-fault parties for your brain injury
- Explain your legal rights and options during a free, no-obligation consultation
- Gather evidence that proves liability and the full extent of the damages
- Handle communication with insurance companies and protect you from unfounded accusations of fault
- Prepare insurance claims and manage claim paperwork
- Work with medical specialists, economic experts, and other professionals to establish the full effect the brain injury has had on your family
- Negotiate for full and fair compensation
- Take your case to trial if necessary
We will protect your rights and safeguard your interests at every step of the legal process. Call our attorneys today for a free case review.
How Common Are Brain Injuries?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 214,110 people were hospitalized due to traumatic brain injuries in 2020, and 69,473 people died due to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in 2021. These figures break down to more than 586 TBI-related hospitalizations and 190 TBI-related deaths per day in the United States. These numbers also do not include the many TBIs that were treated in emergency departments and other medical settings or untreated TBIs.
According to the CDC, people aged 75 and older were most likely to be hospitalized or die due to TBIs. Males were nearly twice as likely to be hospitalized and three times more likely to die from a TBI than females.
What Are the Signs and Symptoms of a Brain Injury?
According to the Brain Injury Association of America, brain injuries can have many different types of symptoms, including:
- Physical – Headache, fatigue, seizure, nausea, balance problems, difficulty swallowing, and poor sleep
- Sensory – Sensitivity to light or sound, vision issues, and ringing in the ears
- Cognitive – Attention problems, memory problems, problems with judgment and making decisions, difficulty finding the right words, speech issues, and slower processing speed
- Emotional or Behavioral – Depression, anxiety, irritability, aggression, and impulsivity
Some people think that a TBI will result in loss of consciousness, but this is not always the case. If you notice these symptoms after a traumatic blow to the head, seek medical attention immediately.
What Are Common Causes of Brain Injuries?
Traumatic brain injuries occur when a hard object hits the head, the head makes contact with a hard surface, or the brain crashes into the interior of the skull. Common causes of this traumatic event include:
- Car accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Bus accidents
- Workplace accidents
- Boating accidents
- Slip and fall accidents
- Dog bites
- Assaults
- Medical malpractice
- Product liability accidents
Our law firm represents individuals injured in all of the above-described accident types. Contact us today for a free case review.
What Compensation Can I Recover After a Brain Injury?
Brain injuries can have a devastating impact on a family. A brain injury claim can help your family recover money necessary to pay for the adverse effects the injury has caused, including damages such as:
Medical Expenses
Brain injuries can result in exorbitant medical bills from receiving a variety of medical treatments, such as:
- Emergency treatment and transportation
- Hospitalizations to monitor the patient and perform diagnostic tests and any necessary surgeries
- Ongoing rehabilitation costs
- Speech therapy and occupational therapy to relearn skills
- Psychological treatment to deal with the negative effects of the injury on the victim’s life
- Nursing and attendant care
- Medications and medical devices
Lost Wages and Reduced Earning Capacity
Brain injuries can change a person. They may not be able to function the same or handle the same amount of stress as they could before the accident that injured them. They may lose money while seeking medical treatment, recovering from their injuries, and any permanent changes in their occupation.
Brain injury victims can pursue compensation for lost wages and reduced earning capacity. A vocational expert may be necessary to compare the victim’s projected earnings before and after the accident.
Disabilities and Impairments
Brain injuries can fundamentally alter the lives of victims and their family members. Victims can recover compensation for the changes they endured because of the brain injury, including the loss of movement, function, sensation, or memory. They can also pursue compensation for modifications to their homes or vehicles to accommodate their disabilities and impairments.
Pain and Suffering
Brain injuries and necessary medical treatment can be painful. Victims can seek compensation for their physical pain, suffering, and discomfort. They can also pursue compensation for the mental anguish and emotional distress they have suffered as a result of their injuries.
Lost Quality of Life
Brain injuries can permanently alter a victim’s life. Brain injury victims can recover compensation for their reduced quality of life and fractured relationships with loved ones.
What Is My Brain Injury Case Worth?
Every brain injury case is different. The potential compensation you can recover for your brain injury claim depends on several factors, including:
- The type of brain injury you suffered
- The length of your medical recovery
- Your out-of-pocket expenses
- How the brain injury affects your life
- Whether the injury caused permanent damage or disabilities
- Whether you are able to return to work
- The extent of your pain and suffering
- The strength of your evidence
- Whether you contributed to the accident
- Insurance coverage available for your claim
An experienced brain injury attorney can thoroughly review your evidence and give you a better idea about the potential value of your case.
What Are Common Types of Brain Injuries?
Brain injuries can take many forms, including:
- Closed-head injuries
- Penetrating injuries
- Hemorrhage
- Encephalitis
- Hydrocephalus
- Hypoxic brain injuries
- Anoxic brain injuries
- Diffuse axonal injuries
- Edema
- Skull fracture
- Cerebral hypoxia
- Hematoma
Each brain injury can involve different treatments and may implicate potential issues. Work with your medical team to get an accurate diagnosis. Then, contact our brain injury attorneys for help.
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Each state has time limits for when personal injury victims must file lawsuits. In most cases, the statute of limitations is generally two years from the accident date. You could forfeit your right to compensation if you do not file your lawsuit within this timeframe. Protect your rights by speaking to an experienced personal injury lawyer today.
Call Our Brain Injury Lawyers for a Free Case Review
Brain injuries can have a life-altering effect on victims and their families. You deserve justice and compensation after someone else’s carelessness harmed you or a loved one. A brain injury lawyer from 844-SPARTAN can stand with you and seek the maximum compensation available for your claim. Call us today for a free consultation.
