If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you are likely wondering what your next steps are. With mounting medical bills and long recovery times, you are probably concerned about how to cover the costs. If your TBI was caused by a negligent act, you may be able to recover compensation for your expenses, as well as for your pain and suffering.
If you have been in an accident that caused a traumatic brain injury in Baltimore, our experienced team of professionals can help guide you through the litigation process. We offer free consultations and would be happy to schedule a consultation with you. The lawyers at Regan Zambri Long have the experience and the resources to handle your case. With Regan, you can rest assured that your case is in good hands.
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Some head injuries can cause permanent brain damage. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious injury and can cause bleeding in the brain, which is very dangerous. The Brain Injury Association of America defines a TBI as “an alteration in brain function, or other evidence of brain pathology, caused by an external force.” Brain injuries can cause cognitive problems, as well as issues with movement, speech, and memory. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that there were 223,050 hospitalizations in the United States in 2018 as a result of traumatic brain injury.
Most brain injuries can be classified into two categories:
Open head injuries are caused when the skull is struck or penetrated by an external object, which often requires surgery and significant recovery. An open head injury is very likely to leave a victim with permanent brain damage and lifelong challenges. Some of the types of open head injuries are basilar skull fractures, depressed skull fractures, linear skull fractures, and diastatic skull fractures.
Closed head injuries are caused by an external force causing the brain to move or shift inside the skull, which can damage brain tissue. Some of the head injuries in the closed category are concussions, cerebral contusions, intracranial hematomas, and diffuse axonal injuries. Some closed head injuries are less severe, like a concussion, which may only require rest to heal. More serious closed head injuries, like intracranial hematomas can necessitate emergency surgery and be life-threatening.
Traumatic brain injuries can have many causes, but some of the most common causes are:
Symptoms of a TBI can vary, but some common symptoms are:
Some other symptoms include slurred speech, chronic fatigue, numbness or paralysis, seizures, and coma. Victims of a TBI also could suffer from emotional and mental symptoms like depression or anxiety. These symptoms can be severe and some may last permanently.
TBIs are often the result of an accident caused by negligence, or the failure to act with the level of care that a reasonable person would have used. Every accident is different, but negligence claims generally must meet the same four elements:
The at-fault party must have owed the injured party a duty of reasonable care and they must have breached that duty. The injured party must also show a direct link between the negligent action and the injury. Finally, the injured party must be able to prove that they suffered actual harm, such as medical bills, lost wages, or pain.
Maryland is a contributory negligence state, which means that you must show that you had no fault in the accident. Maryland is also an “at-fault state,” which means that the party found negligent must pay for all the damages. This makes it crucial to your claim that you can prove that the other party caused the accident based on negligent or careless conduct and that you did not contribute to the accident in any way. Since Maryland has such strict negligence laws, it is important that TBI victim has an experienced lawyer to help them navigate the legal process. If you are considering suing for your traumatic brain injury, you can call or message Regan Zambri Long today to schedule a free consultation.
Statutes of limitation are governed by state law. Maryland has a three-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, which includes TBIs. You have three (3) years from the date of the accident to file your claim. If you have any more questions about when to file, please contact us for a consultation.
At Regan Zambri Long, we provide our clients with experienced legal counsel and the resources needed to succeed. Some of the factors you should consider in your decision to hire a lawyer or which lawyer to hire are:
At Regan Zambri Long, our clients are our top priority. Our lawyers know the intricacies of Baltimore brain injury and personal injury law. Our team of lawyers will build your case and gather all the evidence necessary to win your claim, and we are confident that we can reach the settlement you deserve.
Our law firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning that we will not charge you for legal services until after we have secured your financial compensation, and if we do not win your case and recover compensation on your behalf, we will waive all legal fees. Call 202-960-4596 to schedule your free consultation today.