Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury Law Firm

At Parker Waichman LLP, our traumatic brain injury lawyers have successfully helped countless TBI victims recover compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, and other damages, working tirelessly to ensure every client obtains the justice and compensation they’re entitled to.

What Are Common Causes Of Traumatic Brain Injuries?

Over the years, the traumatic brain injury lawyers at Parker Waichman LLP have handled many cases that involved the following types of accidents:

Auto Accidents

A significant number of TBIs are caused due to motor vehicle collisions. Many of these accidents could have been prevented. Often, this type of car accident is caused by driver negligence, whether it’s distracted driving, driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, speeding, or reckless driving.

Falls

A slip and fall accident can result in minor injuries, such as a sprain or soft tissue damage. But in other cases, a fall can result in a traumatic brain injury. When a fall is caused by dangerous and hazardous conditions on someone else’s property, the negligent property owner or manager can be held liable for the accident victim’s damages.

Sports and Recreational Activities

TBIs are common in contact sports, with football and boxing making up a large percentage of traumatic brain injury victims. Recreational activities such as riding a bike or skateboarding can also result in a life-changing traumatic brain injury.

Violence or Assault

Acts of violence can also result in a traumatic brain injury. An assault can cause serious bleeding in the brain, leading to permanent damage or even death.

Types Of Traumatic Brain Injuries

TBIs can come in a variety of forms, including:

Closed

A closed brain injury is the most common type of TBI. A closed injury occurs when an external force causes damage to the skull but doesn’t penetrate it.

Penetrating

A penetrating brain injury occurs when a foreign object penetrates the skull, causing damage to the brain. Without proper and immediate medical treatment, a penetrating brain injury can lead to death or a life-threatening infection.

Diffuse Axonal

Diffuse axonal injuries occur when the areas of the brain that control cognitive functions sustain damage, resulting in problems processing information, concentrating, and communicating.

Primary

Primary brain injuries occur suddenly, at the time of impact, immediately affecting brain function. Auto accidents, bike accidents, and falls are common causes of primary brain injuries.

Secondary

A secondary brain injury can happen over time, over days, hours, or several minutes, following the initial injury.

What Are Signs and Symptoms Of a Traumatic Brain Injury?

Depending on the severity of the injury, the symptoms of a traumatic brain injury can be cognitive, physical, or emotional. 

Symptoms of a TBI can include:

• Dizziness
• Sensitivity to light and sound
• Headache
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Loss of consciousness
• Vomiting
• Irritability
• Slurred speech
• Memory issues
• Anxiety
• Mood changes
• Depression
• Trouble sleeping
• Numbness of extremities
• Sleeping too much
• Mood swings
• Behavioral changes
• Dilation of pupils
• Coma

How Can a Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney Help?

If you or a loved one sustained a TBI due to the negligence of another, you need to seek legal representation from an experienced traumatic brain injury lawyer as soon as possible. At Parker Waichman LLP, our traumatic brain injury attorneys have represented countless clients suffering from this type of catastrophic injury to recover maximum compensation for their losses. 

When you hire a member of our legal team, they can help during this challenging time by:

• Investigating the accident or incident
• Gathering evidence
• Interviewing witnesses
• Working with experts
• Assessing damages
• Negotiating with the other party
• Filing a lawsuit and representing you in court

Compensation for Traumatic Brain Injuries

When you sustain a TBI, you will be faced with significant losses and expenses. You may also be struggling with constant pain, emotional distress, and loss of income. Many severe cases of traumatic brain injuries will require future medical monitoring, ongoing therapies, and in-home care costs. 

If someone caused your accident and subsequent injuries, an attorney at Parker Waichman LLP can seek compensation for your losses and expenses. 

Damages can include:

• Past and future medical bills
• Lost wages
• Rehabilitation
• In-home care costs
• Any modifications made to the home or vehicle to accommodate the injuries
• Mental anguish
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of quality of life

Your traumatic brain injury attorney will calculate the total cost of the recoverable damages to ensure you pursue the fair settlement you’re owed.

Traumatic Brain Injury Lawsuit

We will negotiate with the other party in an attempt to settle out of court and avoid a lengthy trial. However, if the other party is not willing to negotiate or make a fair settlement offer, we will proceed with going to trial. During this challenging time, our goal is to make the entire legal process as low-stress as possible. We will focus on building a strong case, continue with mediation efforts, and handle all communication with the other party. Our trial-tested attorneys will fight for you in court aggressively, pursuing the award you deserve for an accident that was caused by the negligence of another.

Contact Us Today

A traumatic brain injury can be life-changing, affecting the accident victim and their entire family. It can also result in steep medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and stress. If you or a loved one suffered a TBI, you don’t have to go through the challenging legal process alone. Contact a traumatic brain injury lawyer at Parker Waichman LLP today to schedule a free consultation and learn how a member of our legal team can help you recover the compensation you deserve.