Understanding the Ins and Outs of a Traumatic Brain Injury Case

Steps in a Traumatic Brain Injury Case

The first steps in a brain injury lawsuit actually take place ahead of any legal actions or before a discussion with an insurance company. If you aren’t immediately rushed to the emergency room after the accident, you can help your case by documenting the scene. If you are safely able to do so, take photos of the circumstances around the accident, notify the property owner of your injury, and acquire the contact information for bystanders who saw what occurred.

Immediately after this step, always obtain medical treatment and get a full checkup with a health professional. Not all brain injury symptoms appear right away, which is why it's critical to have a doctor check you for closed head wounds that aren’t visible. This visit also begins a clear accounting of your medical costs as well as establishing how the TBI is expected to affect your life going forward.

Next up is a consultation with an attorney to review your case. The attorney will review the basic facts of what occurred to ensure there is evidence to support your injury claim, and that there is a clear at-fault party who is capable of providing the compensation you deserve.

If these criteria are met and you have a case that’s a good fit for The Mottley Law Firm, your lawyer’s next steps in a brain injury case include:

Investigating the accident by interviewing witnesses, gathering employment records or trucker logbooks, and consulting with experts

Negotiating with insurance and sending a demand letter

Filing a personal injury lawsuit before the statute of limitations expires

Handling pre-trial motions and discovery while actively negotiating for a settlement with the at-fault party

Ensuring any settlement offer from insurance or the negligent party who caused your injury is fair and actually covers your full expenses

Arguing the case in court if a fair settlement amount can’t be agreed on that represents your current and future costs

Why You Need an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney

These types of injury cases are unique in that they often involve a lifetime of ongoing treatment. Any TBI can easily interfere with your ability to complete normal daily work tasks, and the potential for additional medical costs in the future is extremely high. Between needing at-home care, having to undergo long-term therapy, and the possibility of future surgeries, the long-term financial impact of a traumatic brain injury is often much higher than you may expect.

In many cases, the negligent party may attempt to offer a lowball settlement that doesn’t take into account the severity of your pain and suffering, lost wages, and future expenses. While fighting for the full compensation you deserve, an attorney will work alongside you every step of the way so you understand the process and have the best information available to take the right path towards financial recovery. In particular, an experienced TBI lawyer can offer advice for preventing common mistakes that interfere with your ability to recover the full damages you are owed.

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Have You Or A Loved One Suffered A Traumatic Brain Injury In Virginia?

If you believe you or a loved one suffered a TBI, an experienced traumatic brain injury lawyer can help you focus on recovery instead of fighting a complex battle against an insurance company and the people who caused the injury.

The passion of The Mottley Law Firm is protecting the legal rights of clients who have suffered life-disrupting brain injuries. No matter where you are in Virginia, we want to hear from you. Contact us online or call our Richmond office at (804) 409-0876 to schedule your free consultation.

We welcome clients throughout Virginia, including the communities of Bon Air, Glen Allen, Highland Springs, Laurel, Mechanicsville, Short Pump, and Tuckahoe.

We also have the ability to handle personal injury cases across the United States with appropriate local counsel admitted in the jurisdiction. Schedule your confidential consultation today.

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