An attorney can help ensure you get the compensation you need following a traumatic brain injury caused by another party
Despite the fact that the economy has improved significantly since the Great Recession, many Americans are still unemployed or underemployed. For those living on a tight budget, the additional expense of a serious injury such as a traumatic brain injury can push matters over the edge into acute financial distress or even ruin.
Fortunately, when injuries are incurred in an accident, there is the potential to stave off financial disaster by making sure the liable party covers your expenses.
Now you may wonder…
What if my out of pocket medical bills were small? Is it still worth making a claim?
When deciding whether or not to pursue a personal injury claim, it is important to look past your current medical bills and consider the impact of the injury on your future. After all, some injuries may not cost too much to treat, but can nonetheless place a significant financial burden on you and your family in other ways.
A traumatic brain injury is a perfect example of this.
Consider an individual who sufferers a concussion in car accident. Since there is not really much the medical establishment can do for a concussion, the actual medical cost of the injury may be relatively small. However, the individual could suffer a variety of symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, headaches, or vision problems that could prevent them from returning to work immediately. Naturally they would deserve compensation for the wages they missed out on during their recovery period. If the recovery takes so long that the individual loses their job, they may be entitled to additional compensation.
With a more severe brain injury, the medical bills would be larger, and so would the impact on the individual’s future. Individuals often suffer memory, concentration, behavior, personality, and cognitive changes following a brain injury that can make it all but impossible for them to return to work in their prior position, or perhaps in any position. These changes can also have a negative impact on their quality of life and their relationships, and this loss of enjoyment also deserves compensation.
Make the Smart Choice for Your Family
If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault, you should definitely explore your options for seeking compensation. Do not just accept whatever amount the insurance company sees fit to offer—unless you have already spoken with a personal injury attorney familiar with brain injuries who can confirm that the offer is fair.
If you are in immediate need of financial assistance to pay for medical care or daily living expenses, your attorney can help you understand options for securing a loan against your possible future settlement.
If you would like advice about an accident claim, contact us at 909-982-0707 and request your free initial consultation with Attorney Vargas.
