Car accident victims can suffer severe injuries, like life-changing traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). If you or a loved one suffered a TBI, you can pursue financial compensation with guidance and direction from a Florida car accident lawyer. Their familiarity with the law means they can provide legal remedies for victims of traumatic brain injuries in auto accidents.
If you were the driver or passenger in a car accident and suffered a TBI, a personal injury lawyer can help you navigate the financial recovery process. While they work on your case, you’ll get the time you need to focus on your recovery. You will also get the peace of mind of knowing your case complies with all required legal parameters.
Compensation for Victims of Negligence-Based Traumatic Brain Injuries
Recoverable economic damages are quantifiable and easy to document. They typically include:
- Current and future medical bills
- Ongoing rehabilitation and therapy
- Current and future lost wages
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Vehicle damage or total loss
Recoverable non-economic damages can be more challenging to quantify and document. They include:
- Disability and disfigurement
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional trauma
Additionally, living with a mild to moderate TBI may mean you can no longer engage in previously enjoyed hobbies and activities. You can seek compensation for this diminished quality of life.
File Your Lawsuit Within Florida’s Personal Injury Statute of Limitations
Changes to Florida’s personal injury statute of limitations went into effect in 2024. These changes decreased the time you have to file a personal injury lawsuit. Per Florida Statutes § 95.11, you generally have two years from the car accident date to file.
If you miss—or misinterpret—the filing deadline, you could inadvertently relinquish your right to file a lawsuit. A car accident attorney can help you avoid the potentially costly consequences of filing your lawsuit too late.
Get—and Keep Getting—Treatment for the Effects of a Traumatic Brain Injury
According to the Mayo Clinic, depending on a TBI’s severity, treatment can range from prolonged rest and pain management to surgery, therapy, and lifelong medical and behavioral intervention.
The symptoms of TBI are often readily apparent but can take time to manifest. Get medical care immediately and do not stop getting treatment unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment too soon can adversely affect your ongoing condition. It can also damage your personal injury claim by calling the severity of your injuries and the monetary value of your case into question.
Get Legal Support For Your TBI Case Sooner Rather Than Later
You can pursue damages from the at-fault driver if you can prove their negligence caused your motor vehicle accident. A personal injury attorney can do this for you by proving the driver owed you a duty of care, did not fulfill it, caused your accident, and produced financial consequences for you.
The sooner a brain injury lawyer gets involved in your case, the more time they have to:
- Thoroughly investigate the cause of your accident
- Build a strong evidence collection
- Handle all case-related communication
- Prove your right to fair compensation
Early intervention also means your lawyer can speak to accident witnesses while their memories are fresh. They can also consult expert witnesses and update you as your case progresses.
Medical Bills and Other Evidence That Supports the Value of Your Case
In addition to your known medical bills, your motor vehicle crash lawyer will obtain a written prognosis documenting your future needs. They may also consult medical experts and brain injury specialists who can attest to the cause of their injuries and your ongoing treatment protocol.
You do not have to build your own case file or track down important evidence on your own. Your legal team will obtain these records for you. They will also submit them to the at-fault driver and their insurance and legal representation.
Gathering Additional Evidence That Proves Negligence Caused Your TBI
Additional evidence needed to prove third-party liability in your car accident case may include:
- Police reports
- Narratives and diagrams
- Employment and income records
- Accident reconstruction report
- Lay and expert witness statements
In addition to these documents, your lawyer can obtain photos of your injuries, the accident scene, and both involved vehicles.
Call (954) 633-8270 for Your Free TBI Auto Accident Consultation
If you or a loved one suffered a traumatic brain injury in an auto accident, our personal injury law firm can describe the legal remedies available for victims of negligence. Your car accident lawyer will handle all communication with the at-fault driver and their insurance company.
Leave the hard work of fighting for compensation to us. Get started now by contacting our consultation team at the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato today.
