A traumatic brain injury (TBI) has the potential to impact every part of your life, and the symptoms and complications are often permanent. If you’ve suffered a catastrophic brain injury caused by someone else’s negligent or reckless behavior, you may be able to pursue legal action to hold the at-fault party responsible for the harm they’ve caused.
Preparing for Your Brain Injury Claim
Navigating the complex and confusing legal landscape of a personal injury claim can seem insurmountable when you are also working hard to recover from your physical and psychological injuries. An accident attorney can be your partner and advocate throughout this process to ensure everything is handled correctly and to improve your chances for a positive outcome.
The following are among the many tasks your brain injury lawyer will take care of for you:
- Gathering evidence, including medical records and police reports
- Negotiating with insurance companies
- Determining the value of your injury claim
- Filing legal documents and representing you in court
The statute of limitations for accident claims in Georgia must also be considered as you weigh your options for filing an injury claim. A statute of limitations is a deadline or timeframe for filing a legal claim. For personal injury claims in Georgia, the limit is usually two years, but there are exceptions. Your attorney will be able to accurately determine how much time you have to initiate your claim.
Many personal injury cases settle outside of court, but if that is not the right option for you, our attorneys are prepared to file a lawsuit and litigate your injury case. Our priority is always to do what’s best for our clients’ best interests.
Comparative Fault
Georgia law states that, in personal injury claims, it must be determined if the injured party holds any liability for the accident. If so, their share of fault will be applied to any financial award they’re entitled to, reducing their compensation by that amount. TBI accident victims cannot recover any damages if they are 50% or more responsible for their own injuries.
These stipulations apply in most personal injury accidents that could lead to a traumatic brain injury, including:
- Car accidents
- Large truck accidents
- Motorcycles accidents
- Premises liability
Successfully establishing fault makes the difference between recovering damages for your accident and being left with no legal recourse for the harm you’ve endured.
Targeted Legal Experience and Fierce Advocacy After a Brain Injury
TBIs often create lifelong complications and challenges for accident victims. Your future expenses and the full impact of your injuries must be considered when preparing for your claim. We ensure that no detail is forgotten and no aspect of your recovery is overlooked.
Contact Flanagan Law to discuss your traumatic brain injury claim with one of our personal injury attorneys. We offer free consultations, so there’s no need to wait to speak with someone about your options. Contact us today.
