A traumatic brain injury is perhaps one of the most devastating outcomes of a car crash, fall, or other type of accident. While minor TBIs can heal fairly quickly and allow victims to get back to normal life, moderate or severe brain injuries can leave an individual forever dependent on others for their ongoing care. If you or someone you love has sustained a traumatic brain injury due to someone else’s negligence, do not fight for compensation alone. Let us help. Call Hedge Copeland at (251) 432-8844 for the strong legal guidance you need during this difficult time. Why You Need a TBI Lawyer When you are involved in an accident caused by someone else, you may not even think about hiring an attorney at first. In fact, the liable person’s insurance company may reach out to promptly, offering compensation for your trouble. Don’t be fooled—you still need an attorney to represent you. Traumatic brain injuries are notoriously unpredictable. The brain is the most complex organ in the human body, and injuries to it often perplex medical specialists. You could heal from your injury in a matter of weeks with no long-term effects; but on the flip side, you could be left with lingering effects for years or even decades. Insurance companies are banking on you not knowing this. They expect you, as a victim, to jump at the chance to take whatever settlement they offer. They take advantage of this by offering you the very least they can in exchange for a waiver of liability. What happens if the settlement money runs out, but you still have medical bills to pay for ongoing treatment costs? You’re out of options—you cannot reopen your personal injury claim or otherwise hold the other party accountable for the damage they have caused. When you have a personal injury lawyer working on your behalf, you do not have to worry about the insurance company taking advantage of you. Your attorney’s sole priority is getting you the compensation you deserve. They know the tricks used by the insurance company to lower their payout, and they will gather the evidence needed to negotiate a full and fair settlement. When should you hire an attorney? As soon as possible. Any contact you have with an insurance adjuster could weaken your case, as they may use any statements you make—how well you’re feeling, if you think the accident was partially your fault—against you. What Causes Traumatic Brain Injury? Almost any type of injury-causing accident can lead to damage to the brain. Common causes include: The more severe the accident is, the more likely it is to cause a serious traumatic brain injury. Short-Term and Long-Term Effects In the immediate aftermath of a TBI, you may notice a number of unpleasant symptoms. Pay attention to the symptoms you experience after an accident. Many people write off these symptoms, assuming that they are simply aches and pains from the accident. However, they can hint at a traumatic brain injury. Common symptoms of TBI include: Long-term, moderate and severe traumatic brain injuries can have a lasting impact on your health and wellbeing. Those who suffer with these conditions often experience: These problems can completely change a person. For example, a once happy and cheerful person may now become agitated in crowds or blurt out rude comments when in the company of family. Or an engineer with extensive experience in long-term planning may no longer be able to do more than simple math. As you may expect, these types of lifelong changes can have a serious effect on the victim, their family members, and their other loved ones. Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Spell Financial Ruin for Families On top of the emotional and physical challenges that come with a traumatic brain injury, the financial fallout can be incredibly devastating. In many cases, the victim of a TBI cannot work—either temporarily or permanently. In some situations, they can work but cannot function at the same level that they did prior to the accident, which requires them to take a pay cut. Whether the family lives on one or two incomes, this can be catastrophic. Not only does the other adult have to provide for the family alone, they often must serve as caretaker to the injured family member. This scenario assumes a two-adult family; when single people suffer TBIs, they lose their entire income source and often have no one to help them with daily chores and tasks. Consider, too, the cost of medical care. The cost of treating traumatic brain injuries is extraordinarily high, due to the relative mystery surrounding brain function and the fact that ongoing care is often required. Between brain scans, physical therapy, rehabilitative therapy, occupational therapy, medications, and other types of treatment, families can easily rack up tens of thousands of dollars in medical bills before their family member starts to turn the corner. Add that to the fact that they suddenly have less money to work with, and you have the foundation for a financial disaster. This is why it is so important to work with a personal injury lawyer after suffering a traumatic brain injury. Until you get professional advice regarding your situation, you simply do not know how expensive this injury may turn out to be. As a result, you may not be able to fight for the amount of compensation you truly need to regain your footing after a serious accident. Your attorney will use their previous experience with TBI cases to assess your case, fight the insurance company, and create a solid claim that proves why they should pay out a full and fair settlement. Contact our Seasoned Mobile, AL Traumatic Brain Injury Attorneys We know that times like this can challenge a family in every way possible. You shouldn’t have to worry about your legal needs on top of everything else. We’re here to discuss your accident, help you explore your legal options, and fight for the compensation you are owed. Take the first step now by calling Hedge Copeland at (251) 432-8844 or by messaging us online.Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Attorneys in Mobile
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