A blow to the head can suddenly change your entire relationship with the world. You might wake up disoriented, struggle to remember simple things, or feel like you are watching your life from behind a fog.
At Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer, our Somerset brain injury attorneys understand what you are going through. We know that brain injuries do not just affect your health. They can shake your finances, your relationships, and your sense of security.
Our Somerset TBI attorneys have the Kentucky Courage needed to fight for the compensation brain injury victims need to move forward with confidence. Contact us today for a free consultation about your brain injury case.
Traumatic Brain Injuries and What Could Cause Them
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) happens when a sudden blow or jolt to your head disrupts how your brain usually works. Even what seems like a minor bump could lead to serious problems.
Some people lose consciousness for a few seconds, while others might be out for hours. Some TBIs do not cause loss of consciousness. In any event, the effects of a TBI can linger for weeks, months, or even longer. Some TBI patients never fully recover.
Brain injuries come in different forms. A concussion is the most common type. Relatively minor concussions can heal faster than more severe TBIs, but repeated concussions can cause lasting harm.
More severe brain injuries include contusions (bruising of the brain tissue), penetrating injuries (when an object breaks through the skull), and diffuse axonal injuries (when the brain shifts inside the skull, tearing nerve fibers).
Traumatic brain injuries can happen in many different situations, such as:
- Car crashes
- Falls
- Workplace incidents
- Sports activities
- Assaults
No matter how your traumatic injury happened, our Somerset brain injury lawyers can review the specifics of your situation and explain your legal options for pursuing maximum compensation through a personal injury claim.
The Role of a Kentucky Brain Injury Attorney
When someone else’s careless or reckless behavior caused your brain injury, you have a right to hold them accountable. However, the human brain is said to be the most complex object in the known universe, so TBI cases require sophisticated medical and legal knowledge.
Your attorney will need to show precisely what happened and how it affected your life. That typically means gathering medical records, talking to doctors who can explain your condition, consulting with medical experts, and building a timeline of events.
A Kentucky concussion attorney from our law firm can start by investigating every detail of the incident that caused your injury. We often collect evidence like accident reports, witness statements, photos from the scene, and surveillance videos. A prompt investigation is crucial because evidence can disappear quickly, and memories fade over time.
Our Somerset TBI attorneys frequently work closely with medical experts who can explain the full scope of your injury. Brain injuries often have hidden effects that do not show up right away. You might seem fine at first, only to develop problems with memory, mood, or concentration weeks later. We will make sure such delayed symptoms are documented and included in your claim.
Why Is Having a Brain Injury Attorney Beneficial for Your Case?
Insurance companies know that brain injuries are expensive. They also know that most people do not understand how much compensation they truly deserve from a personal injury lawsuit. Without legal representation, you might accept a settlement that barely covers your initial medical bills, only to face ever-increasing costs down the road.
Our Somerset traumatic brain injury lawyers understand the tactics insurance companies use to minimize payouts. We will not let them take advantage of you during this difficult time. Here is just some of what we can do for your case:
- Calculate the true cost of your brain injury. We can work with economic experts and medical professionals to project your future needs, not just your current expenses.
- Handle all communication with insurance companies. You should not have to deal with pushy adjusters while you are trying to heal. Let us handle the insurance companies for you.
- Explore all potential sources of compensation. Sometimes multiple parties share responsibility for an accident, which means you might be able to pursue multiple claims.
- Prepare your case for trial. Many cases settle, but we will be ready to take yours to court if that is what it takes to get you fair compensation.
You will not pay us anything up front. Our personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid only if we win money for you in a successful brain injury claim. Our fee comes as a percentage of your recovery, not out of your pocket.
What Compensation Can Our Attorneys Help You Pursue?
The costs of a brain injury extend far beyond your initial emergency room visit. You deserve compensation that reflects the full effect this injury will have on your life.
We can help you pursue money for:
- All current and future medical expenses
- Lost income
- Reduced earning capacity
- Rehabilitation, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and mental health therapy
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Your case might also qualify for workers’ compensation benefits if the injury happened on the job. If your brain injury leaves you unable to work long-term, you might be eligible for benefits under Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer stands ready to handle every aspect of your case. We look into every possible source of financial relief because we want you to have the resources you need to rebuild your life.
Here’s What Our Clients Have to Say About Our Law Firm
Our team has recovered over $400 million for injured people in Kentucky, but what matters most to us is the difference we make in individual lives. For example, here is what one past client had to say about working with attorney Roy Collins:
“He did an excellent job on our case. He got us what we deserved and what we should’ve gotten. And he worked very hard at what he did. And we are very pleased with the outcome of our case.” —David Marion
Call Today to Learn More About What We Can Do for You
If you or someone you love has sustained a TBI caused by someone else, the Somerset brain injury attorneys at Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer want to stand by your side and fight for the compensation you need to move forward.
Contact us today for a free consultation. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case and answer your questions. Let us deliver the Kentucky Courage you need to fight for what you deserve.