A traumatic brain injury (TBI) may occur if the normal function of the brain is disrupted in some way by an external blow or jolt or by penetration by an object. TBIs can range from mild, in which the victim may suffer a slight concussion, to severe, where unconsciousness or amnesia may occur. A TBI may not always manifest right after an accident either, so if you were involved in an accident, you should undergo a thorough checkup.
If you were diagnosed with a head or brain injury after an accident in Roswell, you may have the option to file a personal injury claim for the damages you have suffered. A Roswell car accident lawyer from Bader Scott Injury Lawyers may be able to manage your settlement negotiations or personal injury lawsuit.
To learn more about your legal options in a free consultation with a member of our team, call Bader Scott today.
Causes and Symptoms of Head and Brain Injuries
As our Roswell personal injury lawyers can tell you, any event in which the head sustains a bump, blow, or jolt can cause a TBI. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an estimated 1.7 million Americans suffer a TBI each year, with as many as 52,000 resulting in the patient’s death.
Of these, car accidents are responsible for 17.3% of all TBIs, the second leading cause of these injuries. However, car accidents were the largest cause of fatal TBIs at 31.8%, which indicates the severity of car crash injuries to the head and brain.
Many of these cases involve slight concussions, but severe cases are common as well. TBIs can affect thinking, sensation, language, and emotion to varying degrees. According to the Mayo Clinic, TBI symptoms may include:
- Headaches
- Trouble focusing with your eyes
- Struggling to think clearly
- Irritability
- Excessive sleep
- Lethargy and listlessness
- Nausea or feeling dizzy
- Feeling sad
- Sensitivity to noise or light
- Issues with maintaining balance
- Feeling very emotional
- Feeling nervous or anxious
A major issue with TBIs is that they can be difficult to identify and diagnose. Many of the symptoms outlined above may not appear immediately after an accident. A victim may feel fine and may only start to experience discomfort or health issues weeks or even months after an accident.
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This can raise two issues. First, a victim who is unaware that he or she has a problem cannot address the problem unless it is first identified. Second, some forms of insurance only apply if a victim shows proof of a medical need based on accident-related injuries.
A failure to diagnose a TBI after an accident may lead to issues with receiving compensation for otherwise covered treatments after the fact.
If you think you have a head or brain injury after a car accident, our lawyers recommend you see a doctor for an evaluation as soon as possible to document any accident-related injuries in your medical record.
For a free legal consultation with a head and brain injury lawyer serving Roswell, call (404) 888-8888
Expenses and Damages for Head and Brain Injuries
Victims with head and brain injuries may be left with the following expenses after a vehicle accident:
- Diagnostic scans such as CT scans, X-rays, or MRIs
- Blood tests
- Surgery
- Nerve conduction tests
- Social and emotional assessments
- Vision and hearing tests
Severe TBIs may require medical attention from multidisciplinary teams of surgeons, neurologists, therapists, and social workers at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center or Grady Memorial Hospital, level one trauma centers near Roswell. Treatments can be expensive, and they may be required for months, years, or ongoing, depending on the severity of the injuries in question.
Other losses that you may face after an accident or because of a head or brain injury include:
- Medications for pain or nausea
- Therapy and rehabilitation
- Lost income
- Reduced earning capacity
- Caretaking or other home services
- Property or vehicle damage
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish and emotional distress
- Reduced quality of life
- Loss of enjoyment of life
You should not have to pay for these medical expenses or suffer these losses if your car accident was caused by preventable negligence on the part of someone else. A Roswell head and brain injury lawyer from Bader Scott may be able to gather evidence of your damages and their value when we represent you.
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How Our Roswell Brain and Head Injury Lawyers Determine Liability When Seeking Compensation
When you work with a personal injury attorney from Bader Scott, we can identify the at-fault party in your accident and build a case for their liability by demonstrating four key elements of negligence:
- Duty of Care: The at-fault party had a legal obligation to obey the laws of the road.
- Breach of Duty: They violated their legal obligation either through some action or inaction on their part.
- Causation: Due to their actions, there was an accident, and you suffered injuries from it.
- Damages: Your injuries have created financial stress, emotional distress, and physical pain.
It is imperative to the success of your case that we prove these elements and, specifically, tie the liable party’s actions to your injuries. To do that, we need evidence. Evidence used in car accident cases typically includes the following:
- Police report
- Medical records
- Eyewitness statements
- Video showing driver’s actions
- Photographs of the accident scene, injuries, and vehicles
- Expert testimonies
- Physical evidence, such as skid marks
Once we have this evidence and evidence of the value of your damages, we can demand a settlement from the insurance company that represents the responsible party. If they refuse to make you a fair offer, we can take your case to trial.
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Your Head and Brain Injury Claim Has a Deadline
Per O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, we must file a personal injury lawsuit with the Fulton County courts before the second anniversary of your car accident. Even though most cases settle out of court, if you let the statute of limitations expire on your case, you may lose compensation for your recovery.
A missed deadline means the courts could bar your case, which then takes the pressure off the insurance company to negotiate a fair settlement. On the other hand, if you contact us soon enough, not only can we ensure your case is filed on time, but it also gives us leverage to negotiate and a chance to collect evidence before it is lost.
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You can focus on your recovery when a Roswell head and brain injury lawyer with Bader Scott manages your case. We can answer your questions, keep you informed about your case, and handle all communications and legal work on your behalf when we represent you.
To learn more about our services and your legal options in a free consultation with a member of our team, please contact us today.
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