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Traumatic Brain Injury Claims in North Carolina
Injuries that are categorized as “catastrophic” are those that result in long-term or permanent disability. Traumatic brain injuries often fall into this category when they are of the most severe nature. They generally result in some type of brain damage whether through an open head injury where something has penetrated the skull or in a closed head injury where the brain absorbs impact from some type of blunt force trauma. These latter injuries are the most serious because they can lead to bleeding and swelling of the brain. This can result in blood clots, comas, or death.
TBI can cause many symptoms and conditions, including but not limited to:
- Loss of consciousness
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Nausea or vomiting
- Persistent headaches
- Inability to concentrate
- Seizures
- Blurred vision
- Slurred speech
- Memory loss
- Cognitive problems
- Depression
- Sleep problems
- Communication problems
- Behavioral changes
- Motor skill dysfunction
Calculating the cost of a TBI can be very complicated and is generally divided into two categories. These are 1. the expenses of immediate medical care to treat the injury and 2. the expenses accompanying disabilities that will persist after everything that can be done has been done to remedy the injury.
Immediate care costs are commonly the most expensive, such as in the first six months. However, this refers only to medical expenses and does not take into consideration lost wages or income, property damage, or the devastating pain, suffering, and stress that a TBI can cause for both you as the injured as well as family members.
Why You Need Trusted Legal Representation
After sustaining a TBI due to the fault of another, you will need to seek full and fair compensation for all your medical needs, both past and future, as well as for other applicable damages. A skilled personal injury lawyer will know how to calculate the seemingly incalculable damages that do not come with the dollar amount of a medical bill, such as pain, suffering, emotional trauma, loss of enjoyment of life, inconvenience, and permanent disability. Negotiating with an insurance company in these situations can be difficult as they will want to keep their costs low. This can often lead to the necessity of a trial.
At The Nesmith Firm, we know how to fight against uncooperative insurance companies and are ready to take all legal measures to fight for the justice you need and deserve.
Arrange for your complimentary consultation today by contacting us online or at (704) 741-7363.
