Brain damage can be life-changing — both for the injured person and for family and friends. As one family member said, "Our daughter is just not the same." It is important that you find a Kansas City brain injury attorney because every head trauma, whether it is caused by a car, truck or train collision or something as simple as slipping on ice, has the potential to result in serious and permanent brain damage.
While traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can vary in severity, all need a careful diagnosis. The symptoms are often subtle, and the standard x-ray or CT scan at the hospital may not show the injury. So, in many cases, people with mild to moderate brain damage are not even aware of their disability. The injury, however, is no less real and requires immediate attention and therapy. While people with a head injury may make a complete recovery, many do not. Some clients had mild limitations and others had to start life all over after the accident. As a result, the injured person may be unable to work or even care for herself and a guardian or family member may have to help with finances, daily activities, self-care, and life decisions. Whenever we represent a client with a brain injury, we work hard to obtain a settlement or verdict which will cover all past and future losses. We work with many experts to calculate the life-long cost of serious brain damage, including:
- Lost Income: We work with forensic accountants, life care planners and economic experts to determine past wage loss, impairment of earning capability, lost benefits and opportunities, and future loss of income.
- Medical Care and Rehabilitation: We work with neuropsychologists, neurologists and other medical specialists to determine the extent and severity of the injury, and the cost of past and future health care, therapy and rehabilitation.
- Pain and Suffering: We also work with family members, friends, and co-workers to show the physical and emotional effects of a brain injury and the impact a brain injury can have on every aspect of life.
Kansas City Brain Damage
The more severe brain injuries that deal with trauma are easy to spot because there will be some Cother injury to go along with the brain injury. However, brain injuries are generally tricky to spot for the normal accidents. You may have been involved in a motor vehicle accident in which you were rear-ended with the at-fault driver going at a high speed. Your air bag could have failed to deploy, and you hit your chin against your steering wheel. This caused you to immediately close your eyes and sit still so your body can assess your well-being after being sent into a minor shock. If you have ever felt dazed after being struck in the head, then chances are you received some type of brain injury. When this happens, it is important that you seek urgent care to receive the proper medical treatment. In rare instances a small smack in the head can cause a hemorrhage if the blow was at the right angle.
Having multiple head injuries is called chronic traumatic encephalopathy, which is a brain condition associated with repeated blows to the head. Potential signs of CTE are issues with thinking and memory, personality changes as well as behavioral changes ranging from aggression to depression.
At Bautista LeRoy LLC, we have extensive experience in cases where a client has suffered from extreme head injuries and understand how traumatic brain injuries affect someone's life. When you hire our firm, we will advance all costs associated with representing the client. If we do not win your case, the firm takes on the losses of the litigation costs. In fact, we only get compensated when we win the case. Simple as that. Give us a call at 479-208-6614 or contact us online.
Summary
Traumatic brain injuries have changed many people's lives. This is the type of harm that can last for a lifetime and is often caused by minor to severe accidents. TBIs do not always show symptoms immeditaly, which makes it more dangerous. That is why a medical evaluation is required to see the early signs and get treated. Injured individuals can also file a compensation claim when it is caused by another's negligence. Legal action can help them recover financial losses and any damages. However, this type of case might be complex, due to:
- Delayed symptoms
- Unclear recovery
- Lasting limitations
- Reduced independence
In other situations, traumatic brain injuries might show subtle signs, but still can disrupt daily routines. Among the early symptoms are:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Blurred vision
- Sensitivity to light
- Ringing ears
- Fatigue
- Confusion
- Memory lapses
- Mood changes
Legal support is important in dealing with traumatic brain injury claims. The Bautista LeRoy LLC has years of experience in representing individuals suffering from this life-altering injury. Our attorney's goal is to secure compensation that includes future care and hold the responsible parties accountable. You can receive medical treatment while we handle the legal matters. Contact our traumatic brain injury attorneys through www.bautistaleroy-bentonville.com or call 479-208-6614.
What are the things I should do immediately after a suspected brain injury?
You will need to get a medical evaluation right away, as delayed treatment can worsen your condition. Consult a traumatic brain injury attorney to help you handle the legal process. Your health and protecting your rights are very important.
Do I still need to get checked by a doctor even if I feel mostly fine?
Yes, as some brain injuries don't always show symptoms right away. Being checked by a doctor is a way to discover a condition and get medical treatment right away.
How can I make sure I have a valid claim?
It will depend on whether the cause of your injury was another party's negligence. The common examples of this are:
- Car crashes
- Falls
- Unsafe property conditions
- Workplace incidents.
A legal expert can review your case and advise you on what to do next.
Can a traumatic brain injury case settle without going to trial?
Yes, many TBI cases settled through negotiation. However, if insurance companies refuse to be fair or the other party denies liability, filing a lawsuit may become necessary.
How can a traumatic brain injury attorney help with the case?
An attorney can help injured individuals with legal matters, as traumatic brain injury cases can easily turn complicated. A legal expert can:
- Investigate accident
- Collect evidence
- Consult experts
- Show injury impact
- Estimate losses
- Handle insurers
- Build a strong case
- Negotiate compensation payments
- Represent you in court
