Brain Injury

There can be any number of causes when it comes to brain injuries, as any significant trauma to the head can cause serious issues. Some of the most common causes of brain injuries include car or truck accidents, motorcycle accidents and work-related accidents. The number of brain injuries in America has been increasing each year. In fact, according to the CDC over 1.7 million Americans suffer from brain injuries annually.

The following are some of the most common causes of brain injuries that may entitle you to compensation:

• Work-site injuries such as getting hit by a falling item, or falling due to unsafe circumstances.
• Slipping and falling due to a wet floor or unsafe objects being present without proper warning.
• Motor vehicle accidents.
• Physical assault.
• Medical malpractice during a surgery such as a failed procedure or allowing oxygen deprivation.

If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury from these or any other situations, then you may be entitled to significant compensation. Contact our professional team of attorneys today for a free consultation.

Brain injuries are more often than not very serious and can result in a wide range of complications, difficulties and issues. A serious brain injury can necessitate a significant change in your lifestyle, impact your finances and your family.

The following are just some of the damages that you may be compensated for as a result of a brain injury:

Medical Costs: This includes any bills that are in any way related to your brain injury. It may include the cost of surgeries, short-term or long-term care, rehabilitation, therapy, transportation to and from doctor’s appointments and more. Essentially, this includes any and all medical procedures and care related to your brain injury.

Loss Of Employment And Wages: If you have suffered from a brain injury, then chances are you will miss a significant amount of work during the recovery process. In addition, you may have to take time off work for rehab and medical appointments. Or, you may be completely unable to perform your current job ever again. As a victim of a brain injury, you are entitled to compensation for any loss to your earning ability or work.

Pain & Suffering: Oftentimes victims of brain injuries may have to endure significant pain and suffering due to their injury. This includes issues such as permanent brain damage or cognitive complications. This suffering may also extend to family members who are impacted by the injury as well.

Wrongful Death: In cases where a brain injury proves to be fatal, then family members of the victim may be able to file a lawsuit and seek compensation for their loss. This compensation may include financial loss due to lost wages, funeral expenses and suffering due to loss of a companion.

If you or a loved one has suffered from any sort of brain injury in which another party may be at fault, then it is important for you to have an experienced attorney on your side to evaluate your case. You and your family may be eligible for significant compensation.

One of the most common causes of brain injuries is due to a motor vehicle accident. Depending on the circumstances, there may have been another driver involved who is found to be at fault for the accident. In this case, if you suffered a brain injury in this accident then you may be entitled to compensation from the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Oftentimes, insurance companies try to get away with paying the minimum settlement possible, or they attempt to delay payouts. This is why it’s important to have a qualified team of attorneys on your side.

In other cases, a person may have suffered a brain injury due to unsafe work conditions or medical malpractice. If your employer or physician is found to be negligent, then you may be entitled to significant compensation.

Regardless of the circumstances, if you have suffered a brain injury and suspect another part was at fault, then click here to connect with an experienced attorney that can assess your case.