A Path To Recovery From Traumatic Brain Injuries With The Right Legal Guidance
Mississippi laws recognize the devastating impact of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and provide legal pathways for victims to seek compensation. However, managing these claims demands precise legal navigation and detailed medical documentation to secure fair compensation.
Farese, Farese, & Farese, P.A., brings over 80 years of trial experience to traumatic brain injury cases in Ashland and across Mississippi. Our attorneys have secured substantial settlements for TBI victims, with our cases drawing attention from major networks, including CBS and NBC.
The Impact Of Traumatic Brain Injuries
A TBI occurs when a sudden impact or jolt to the head disrupts normal brain function. Medical professionals classify traumatic brain injuries into three distinct categories:
- Mild TBI/Concussion: Mild TBIs can cause symptoms such as confusion, disorientation, and memory problems, as well as physical symptoms like headaches, dizziness, and nausea. While these symptoms may seem minor, they can still have a significant impact on daily life and may require medical attention to prevent long-term effects, such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).
- Moderate TBI: Moderate TBIs can cause more severe symptoms, including extended loss of consciousness, memory loss, and physical and cognitive symptoms that can last for months. These symptoms can make it difficult to work, maintain relationships, and engage in daily activities, and may require ongoing medical treatment and rehabilitation.
- Severe TBI: Severe TBIs can cause prolonged unconsciousness, significant motor function impairment, and potential life-long disability. These injuries can have a devastating impact on daily life, requiring ongoing medical care, rehabilitation, and support to manage symptoms and adapt to new limitations.
Each TBI case is unique, with effects that can vary widely from person to person and may not be immediately visible. This is why comprehensive medical evaluation and legal representation become decisive factors to boost your case for fair compensation.
Common Causes Of Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can result from a variety of accidents, including:
- Motor vehicle crashes, which can cause head trauma or violent shaking of the brain, particularly if airbags do not deploy or seatbelts are not worn
- Construction site accidents, such as falls from heights or being struck by falling objects, which can lead to severe head injuries
- Sports-related impacts, particularly in football and other contact sports, which can cause concussions or more severe brain injuries
- Slip and fall incidents on unsafe premises, especially among elderly victims, which can result in head trauma or other injuries
- Workplace accidents, such as those involving head trauma or oxygen deprivation, which can have devastating consequences
- Bicycle accidents, particularly those involving cars or trucks, which can cause severe head injuries or fatalities
- Pedestrian accidents, including those involving cars, buses, or other vehicles, which can result in traumatic brain injuries
If another party’s negligence caused your injury, it’s essential to seek experienced legal representation to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. Our experienced attorneys stand ready to safeguard your prospects against powerful insurance companies and corporate defendants.
TBI Statistics And Economic Impact
Traumatic brain injuries have a profound impact on individuals, families, and society as a whole. Recent data from the CDC and the Brain Injury Association of America reveals the staggering scope of this issue:
- Annual direct and indirect TBI costs total approximately $76.5 billion nationwide
- Severe TBI medical costs can exceed $3 million over a patient’s lifetime
- Males are 1.5 times more likely than females to sustain a TBI
- The highest rates of TBI occur in adults aged 75 years and older
- Approximately 5.3 million Americans live with TBI-related disabilities
These statistics underscore the importance of seeking medical attention and legal representation after a TBI. Navigating the complex process of filing a brain injury claim can be overwhelming, but our experienced TBI attorneys are here to guide you every step of the way. With hundreds of successful TBI cases under our belt, we are committed to helping clients achieve positive outcomes and secure the compensation and support they deserve.
Unique Challenges In TBI Cases
Brain injury cases can present unique challenges in the legal system for a multitude of reasons, including:
- Symptoms may not appear immediately after an accident: The invisible nature of traumatic brain injuries can make them difficult to diagnose as symptoms may be delayed or masked by other injuries. For example, a person may not realize they have a TBI until days or weeks after the accident, when they begin to experience memory loss, mood changes, or other cognitive impairments.
- Insurance companies often dispute the injury’s severity: Insurance companies may dispute the severity of a TBI, claiming that the injury is not as serious as the victim claims. This can be particularly challenging for victims who are experiencing debilitating symptoms, but may not have obvious physical injuries.
- Long-term impacts can be difficult to quantify: The long-term effects of a TBI can be devastating and far-reaching, making it essential to work with an experienced attorney who can help you navigate the complex process of seeking compensation. For instance, a TBI can affect a person’s ability to work, maintain relationships, and enjoy daily activities, leading to significant economic and non-economic losses.
- Medical documentation must be extensive and detailed: The need for extensive and detailed medical documentation can be time-consuming and costly to obtain. Our law firm has experience working with medical professionals to gather the necessary evidence to support your claim, including medical records, test results, and expert testimony.
- Recovery timelines vary significantly between patients: The variability in recovery timelines can make it difficult to predict the full extent of a TBI’s impact on a person’s life. Our law firm can help you navigate the complex process of seeking compensation and ensure that you receive the support you need to recover, whether that involves ongoing medical treatment, rehabilitation, or other forms of support.
Brain injury cases demand strategic legal moves that only experienced trial lawyers can execute effectively. Our law firm has the expertise and resources to help you navigate the complex process of seeking compensation for your TBI, and we are committed to fighting for the justice you deserve.
Experienced TBI Attorneys Fighting for Your Future
At Farese, Farese, & Farese, P.A., our team of experienced TBI attorneys is dedicated to helping clients navigate the complex and often overwhelming process of seeking compensation and support after a traumatic brain injury. We can help in the following ways:
- Partnering with medical experts, including neurologists, rehabilitation specialists, and other medical professionals, to document injury severity and prognosis and ensure a comprehensive understanding of the injury.
- Accurately assessing the long-term financial implications of a TBI, including lifetime care costs, lost wages, and reduced earning potential, and working with economists and other experts to determine the full extent of the financial impact.
- Gathering and preserving crucial evidence from accident scenes, including working with investigators and other experts to reconstruct the accident and gather evidence to support the client’s claim.
- Crafting persuasive cases using cutting-edge technology and innovative presentation techniques to effectively communicate the client’s story and advocate for their rights.
- Fighting for maximum compensation through skilled negotiation or litigation, using our expertise and resources to navigate the legal system and achieve a successful outcome.
Do not sit in silence while struggling with TBI symptoms. If you or a loved one is struggling with the devastating effects of a traumatic brain injury, do not let insurance companies minimize the impact of your condition. Our lawyers at Farese, Farese, & Farese, P.A., are dedicated to fighting for the maximum compensation and support you deserve.
Contact our Ashland and Oxford offices via 662-736-1292 or online for a confidential consultation and take the first step towards reclaiming your life and securing the justice you deserve.