Suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) as a result of someone else’s negligence can be devastating. A head injury can occur as a result of many different accidents.
When a person’s head hits something or is shaken in an accident, the brain can suffer major damage. Even what may seem, at first, to be a minor bump can turn out to be much more.
The brain is at the core of every human being. It’s what makes up our thoughts, our movements, and our emotions. Everything we do, both voluntary and involuntary, relies on proper brain function, so an injury to your brain can be life-changing.
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People who suffer head injuries may be left with permanent disabilities, including a limited ability to reason, communicate, display emotions, and recall words, phrases, or events. Traumatic brain injuries can lead to significant changes in behavior that are difficult for the injured party and their family members to understand.
The Brain Injury Association of America has resources in each state, including Maine, for families and loved ones affected by traumatic brain injuries. Similarly, having a strong legal advocate, like the catastrophic injury attorneys at Mann Law, can help you navigate the financial, emotional, and physical aspects of a head injury claim. Let a Maine traumatic brain injury lawyer help in your case.
The Client Experience
A traumatic brain injury can mean years of treatment, uncertainty, and a recovery that does not follow a simple timeline. Here is what working with our team looks like, in the words of the people who have lived it.
A brain injury can make it hard to advocate for yourself. We listen, however long it takes.
“The accident left me with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and unable to navigate legal counsel let alone my own recovery. Chrissy and Robin were incredibly patient. They listened to me, even when it took forever for me to explain myself.”
Gretchen W., Google Review
You should not have to explain your own injury to an insurance adjuster over and over again.
“I ended up with a TBI from the accident. Christiane not only stopped the calls, she completely understood what was happening with my brain injury and how debilitating it can be. It was very validating.”
Penny B., Google Review
A brain injury recovery has no fixed timeline. We stay with you through all of it.
“They kept me informed at every juncture of my case. Dealing with Chrissy and Robin were my only bright spots during the 18 months.”
Kristie M., Google Review
A traumatic brain injury does not follow a simple timeline. We cannot rush your recovery, but we can carry the weight of the legal fight for as long as it takes, and stay beside you until you are able to move forward.
Traumatic brain injuries are caused by blows and jolts to the head, which jerk the injured person back and forth violently. The resulting damage varies, depending on the force of the impact and its cause.
There are many causes of traumatic brain injuries, but some of the most common include:
Treatment for a traumatic brain injury depends on its type and severity. Types of head injuries include:
It’s best to consult with a doctor if you or a loved one have suffered any head injury.
Mild injuries, such as mild concussions, may require only a checkup. A doctor might prescribe over-the-counter medications to manage pain and swelling, as well as rest. The injured party may need to avoid any strenuous physical activity that could exacerbate the TBI. It’s essential to monitor victims of even mild traumatic brain injuries in case the symptoms worsen.
For moderate to severe brain injuries, immediate medical care is crucial. Initial treatment may include supplemental oxygen and monitoring the patient’s blood pressure. Your doctor may admit you to the hospital for monitoring or prescribe strict limits to your activities to avoid worsening your TBI in the accident’s aftermath.
In some cases, emergency surgery is necessary. Doctors may need to treat hematomas, which occurs when bleeding results in blood clots that put harmful pressure on the brain. Surgery can help relieve that pressure. Surgeons may also need to remove pieces of the skull and repair any fractures.
If you or a loved one sustained a traumatic brain injury due to someone else’s negligence, you might be entitled to compensation. At Mann Law, our TBI lawyers are here to help you in all stages of your recovery.
Our legal professionals understand how TBIs can turn your life upside down. Navigating insurance claims shouldn’t be stressful, especially while you’re recovering from a serious injury. That’s what we’re here for.
Our expert attorneys can collect the necessary evidence, interview witnesses, and build a strong case to get you the most compensation possible to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and the pain and suffering you’ve endured. Call today to get started.
Common signs of TBI include headaches, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, difficulty concentrating, mood or personality changes, sleep disturbances, and sensitivity to light or noise. Because these symptoms can develop or worsen days after the injury, any blow to the head warrants prompt medical evaluation.
TBIs are typically diagnosed through neurological examination, CT scans, MRI imaging, and neuropsychological testing. For legal purposes, consistent documentation from treating physicians, specialists, and neuropsychologists is essential to establishing the severity and cause of the brain injury in a Maine personal injury claim.
A traumatic brain injury victim in Maine may recover compensation for emergency and ongoing medical treatment, rehabilitation and therapy, lost wages and reduced future earning capacity, in-home care costs, pain and suffering, and the loss of enjoyment of life caused by cognitive and behavioral changes.
Yes. Delayed onset of TBI symptoms is common and does not prevent you from bringing a claim. What matters is that medical evidence establishes a causal connection between the accident and your brain injury. Seeking medical evaluation promptly after any accident involving head impact strengthens this connection.
