Traumatic Brain Injuries
Full Compensation for People With Traumatic Brain Injuries
When a person has suffered a head injury in an accident, family members are often relieved when there is no apparent brain damage. In many cases, however, a brain injury may develop well after the accident, or symptoms may not be noticed at first.
If a loved one has suffered a head trauma in an accident, make sure they are examined by a qualified physician and contact the experienced Georgia attorneys of Gary Martin Hays & Associates. After a traumatic brain injury (TBI), it is critical to seek medical care early so that doctors can treat the injury and monitor the victim over time. Our Atlanta-based firm represents clients throughout Georgia and the southeast. Contact us to discuss how we can help. The initial consultation is free.
What is a Traumatic Brain Injury?
The terms referring to brain damage resulting from an accident can be misleading. Any head injury is "traumatic" to the victim and family because of the fear of permanent brain damage. Even a so-called “mild” brain injury can mean a significant loss of memory, change in demeanor, or general confusion.
The term traumatic brain injury refers to damage to the complex and delicate tissues of the brain resulting from a blow to the head, rather than from lack of oxygen. It can cause various adverse effects, including:
- Reduction in cognitive ability
- Reduction in motor skills
- Inability to concentrate
- Memory loss (amnesia or short-term memory loss)
- Debilitating headache
- Vision or hearing problems
- Dizziness or loss of consciousness
- Difficulty with speech
- Emotional problems or personality change
While mild brain injury may heal significantly or only moderately impact the victim's life, people with traumatic brain injury often suffer permanent damage and typically require extensive medical and personal care for a lifetime.
Brain injuries can be difficult to diagnose. Symptoms may be mistaken for depression or other medical problems, and are not always revealed by brain scans. Diagnosis, treatment and adequate compensation require close monitoring and cooperation between family, medical experts and attorneys.
Experienced Brain Injury Lawyers
Why should you choose the TBI attorneys of Gary Martin Hays & Associates?
- We have both personal and professional experience with brain injuries.
- Our firm works with a network of top neurological experts from around the country.
- We help families find resources such as the Brain Injury Resource Foundation to deal with the profound impact brain injuries can have on the victim and the entire family.
- We work with organizations to prevent brain injury accidents by sponsoring public service announcements and giving away bicycle helmets.
- We know how to deal with insurance companies.
Best Interests of the Victim
Because of cognitive impairment, it is sometimes necessary to have a legal guardian appointed for the brain injury victim. This can a difficult situation for the victim and family members, but ensures that all decisions are made in the best interests of the person with the traumatic brain injury.
Gary Martin Hays & Associates works with family members, medical personnel and guardians to determine the nature and extent of medical and personal care the client will require. Sometimes private nurses or home health aides may be needed to provide round-the-clock care. Physical therapy, psychological counseling, vocational rehabilitation and a comprehensive list of needs is compiled in a life care plan.
Based on the life care plan, we can project the economic impact of the accident and present a demand letter to the insurance company for:
- Medical expenses and lost income
- Future earnings
- Future medical and personal care
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma
- Loss of quality of life
- Loss of consortium with family members
Schedule a free consultation with our brain injury lawyers today. We have offices in Atlanta (Duluth) and Athens and represent clients throughout Georgia. Call toll free 866.710.4116 or contact us by e-mail.
