If you or a family member suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) during a personal injury accident, you already know the impact these injuries can have. Coping with a brain injury is never easy. A TBI can be straining on a person's physical, psychological, and financial health. A TBI can also make it hard to work, resume your daily activities, and enjoy a long and active life.
After a brain injury, your future might depend on the treatment you get and your ability to pay for the treatment that you need. That's why you should consult a lawyer about receiving the compensation you are entitled to. The medical bills and lost income, along with the pain and suffering, are not something you should have to handle alone.
Consult a San Gabriel traumatic brain injury attorney at Mendez & Sanchez if you are struggling with a head injury because of an automobile accident or any other accident.
The definition of a traumatic brain injury is "a disruption in the normal function of the brain that can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head, or penetrating head injury." These injuries include:
TBIs range from minor to severe with varying symptoms and degrees of prognosis.
Mild traumatic brain injuries usually affect an individual for a short period of time before they make a complete recovery. More severe traumatic brain injuries can cause bruising, torn tissue, bleeding, and other physical damage that causes long-term problems or death.
Our brain injury attorneys handle all types of lawsuits involving brain injuries that were caused by another party's negligence. Some of the most common kinds of TBI cases we handle include:
Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Accidents
Automobile accidents are one of the most common causes of brain injuries in the United States. Car accidents are common and many result in head injuries. Truck accidents are less common, however they involve devastating force that results in an increased possibility of a TBI. And motorcycle riders simply have little to no protection and can easily injure their head when they are struck or ejected from their bike.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
Pedestrians and bicyclists are completely exposed when they are walking or biking near roadways. If a vehicle strikes a pedestrian, they are typically thrown or crushed from the force of the vehicle. This collision often results in brain injuries in serious pedestrian or bicycle collisions.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice happens when a doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider deviates from the standard of care, causing an injury to the patient. If the mistake causes a lack of oxygen to the brain, or fails to notice or treat an existing brain issue, a TBI might result.
Birth Injury
Infant brain damage can occur during childbirth in certain circumstances that are naturally caused and also in circumstances involving negligence. The most common causes of birth injury TBIs are the use of an instrument like forceps with too much force or asphyxiation when the brain is deprived of oxygen for too long.
Slip and Fall
When a person slips and falls from a slippery floor or broken staircase, they can easily hit their heads hard enough to result in a brain injury. Some falls are not serious and result in minor injuries. However some can be devastating and lead to long lasting consequences and real pain and suffering.
Work-Related Accidents
Some jobs and industries are known to be more dangerous than others. For example, an employee in the construction industry may suffer a brain injury on the job from falling, being crushed, or during a vehicle accident. In these situations, they might be able to recover compensation through workers' compensation benefits. If a party besides the employer was responsible, they might be able to receive additional compensation with a third-party personal injury claim.
Compensation for Damages from a Brain Injury
Getting compensation for a brain injury that was not your fault can make all the difference for you and your family. For the most part, victims and their loved ones are dealing with accumulating expenses, stress, and an uncertain future. If your traumatic brain injury is serious, you might be out of work for some time. In addition to medical bills, you might be able to receive other compensation because of the accident.
Insurance providers will pay the least amount possible because they are in business to make money. They do not care about your injuries; they only care about their bottom lines. If you attempt to settle, you may not receive enough compensation for past medical bills, never mind future medical expenses and lost time from work.
The various types of compensation that you might receive consist of:
Traumatic brain injuries might be minor or serious and may have lengthy recovery times. Compensation for long-term injuries will help you support yourself and your loved ones.
Consult a San Gabriel Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer
The attorneys of Mendez & Sanchez have the experience and resources needed to represent you in your traumatic brain injury claim. We will fight on your behalf to recoup the maximum compensation you and your loved ones are entitled to. Don't make the mistake of handling insurance companies alone. Hire competent legal representation to protect you and your loved one's legal rights.
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