Lake City Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are some of the worst types of injuries a person could suffer after an accident. A TBI will have long-lasting impacts for accident victims, and their lives are often changed for many years. Sometimes, accident victims are never the same.
The accidents that cause traumatic brain injuries are usually the result of another person’s negligence, or carelessness. When this is the case, injured individuals can file a claim against the at-fault parties. Obtaining full damages for a TBI, however, presents many challenges.
You don’t need to handle this alone. A Lake City traumatic brain injury lawyer will determine who is liable for the accident and hold them responsible for paying the full financial compensation you deserve. Call Meldon Law today for a free consultation.
How Can a Lake City Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney Help?
You don’t want to handle a traumatic brain injury case alone. The personal injury process is complex, and even the smallest error could place the damages you deserve at risk. A catastrophic injury lawyer from our firm understands the process and can guide you through it, so mistakes are not made and you have the best chance of obtaining the full settlement you deserve. A Lake City attorney can handle all aspects of your claim, including:
- Investigating the scene of the accident to determine how the accident occurred
- Collecting evidence that can prove how the accident happened
- Valuing your claim accurately so we can fight for every dollar to help cover the costs of your TBI
- Communicating and negotiating with the insurance companies, at-fault parties, and others on your behalf
- Relying on our network of experts to provide testimony that can substantiate your claim
- If necessary, representing you at trial
After sustaining a TBI, following through on the above steps is extremely challenging. A lawyer from our firm will handle every detail of your claim so you do not forfeit compensation.
Recoverable Damages in a Lake City Traumatic Brain Injury Case
Our team will investigate your case to determine what you might be entitled to recover. This could include:
Medical Bills
Traumatic brain injuries can cost tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars just in treatment costs. Our team will ensure that we have included every single medical expense in your case. You could recover:
- Emergency treatment costs
- Emergency transportation
- Surgery
- Hospitalization costs
- Prescription medications
- Ongoing care
- Assistive devices
Lost Wages
The symptoms of a TBI can make it impossible to work. Our team can help you fight for every dollar you lost due to your injury.
Lost Earning Capacity
Some TBI survivors are unable to return to their same job. If you were unable to return to the same job, needed to work fewer hours, or had to retire completely, our team will fight for those losses. You can also recover lost benefits and promotion opportunities.
Miscellaneous Expenses
You can also recover any other out-of-pocket expenses related to your TBI. This might include the costs of hiring someone to help around the house, adding a wheelchair ramp to your house, or outfitting your car with a handbrake.
Non-Economic Damages
A TBI can have very negative effects on your life. You can also recover compensation for any non-economic losses, such as:
- Pain and suffering and inconvenience
- Anxiety, depression, and PTSD
- Lost quality of life
Wrongful Death Damages
TBIs can also be fatal. If you lost a loved one due to a brain injury, we hope you will accept our sincere condolences. Our team can help you seek justice and the compensation you need to cover your new expenses and losses. Recoverable damages in a wrongful death claim could include:
- Funeral and burial costs
- Medical bills
- Lost support and services
- Pain and suffering
- Lost companionship and protection
- Lost parental companionship, instruction, and guidance
Our TBI Lawyers Fight for Compensation With No Upfront Fees
You have enough new expenses right now. We don’t want to drop a new expense in your lap. This is why we handle cases on a contingency-fee basis. You pay no upfront fees and only pay us our attorney’s fees if you win your case.
Types of TBI Cases Our Lake City Team Handles
We can help you with any type of TBI accident, including:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Boat accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Scooter accidents
- Slips and falls
- Dog bites
Common Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms to Keep an Eye Out For
A TBI does not always present symptoms right away. Symptoms may not present themselves until days, or even weeks, after an accident. No two TBIs are exactly alike, and the symptoms one will experience afterwards will vary. Still, there are some symptoms that are more common than others, and they are as follows:
- Memory issues
- Loss of consciousness, even if only for a few seconds
- Problems concentrating
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Sensory problems, such as a bad taste in the mouth or blurry vision
- Problems with speech
- Loss of balance
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Erratic sleeping patterns
After any accident, it is crucial to seek medical treatment. A doctor will ask how the accident occurred, and diagnose any TBI you may have sustained. Getting medical treatment will allow you to link your TBI to your accident.
Call Our Lake City Traumatic Brain Injury Attorneys for Help with Your Case
If you have suffered a traumatic brain injury, our experienced personal injury attorneys in Lake City know what a difficult time this is for you and your family. At Meldon Law, our Lake City personal injury lawyer will conduct a full investigation and collect evidence to prove your case to give you the best chance of a successful outcome. Call us now or fill out our online form to schedule a free case review.
