Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) often result in long-term and costly medical challenges that can affect victims for years. Treatment for these injuries usually involves hospitalization, medications, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation. In some instances, it can involve temporary or lifetime residential care. According to the Brain Trauma Foundation, TBIs contribute to about 30 percent of all injury-related deaths each calendar year in the United States. Car accident-related TBIs occur frequently along U.S. Route 50, Maryland Route 2, and Interstate 97, where traffic can become dangerous.
The true lifetime cost of a TBI includes economic damages such as lost income, ongoing care needs, and assistive devices. With experience winning multimillion-dollar settlements for similar injury victims, the catastrophic injury attorneys at Burnett Injury Group understand how to advocate for your recovery and ensure you get the compensation you deserve. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with an Annapolis traumatic brain injury lawyer.
State law permits those injured by someone else’s negligence to file a personal injury lawsuit and seek compensation for their losses. Under Maryland Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 5‑101, the deadline for filing is three years from the date of injury. Failing to file on time means losing your right to pursue compensation from those responsible for causing your TBI. Our Annapolis-based TBI attorneys ensure that claims are filed on time and with the correct documentation to protect our clients’ rights to compensation.
Additionally, Maryland follows a contributory negligence rule, meaning that injured individuals found to be even just 1% at fault for their accident cannot recover damages. This was reaffirmed in Coleman v. Soccer Association of Columbia, 69 A.3d 1149 (Md. 2013), where the Maryland Court of Appeals upheld this strict contributory negligence standard. Because of this, it is essential to obtain experienced legal representation to prove you did not contribute to your accident and resulting brain injury.
Medical experts play a crucial role in identifying, diagnosing, and explaining the effects of a TBI to a jury of laypeople. These experts may include neurologists, neuropsychologists, rehabilitation physicians, and other professionals who assess cognitive and physical impairment. Imaging scans and neurocognitive testing results help establish the severity and duration of an injury.
In addition to medical testimony, life care planners and vocational rehabilitation consultants often testify regarding future expenses. When necessary, our attorneys communicate with relevant medical professionals to diagnose and explain the effects of severe head injuries to Annapolis juries.
When a minor suffers a TBI, the law offers additional protection. For example, state law allows a parent or legal guardian to file a lawsuit on behalf of a minor. Additionally, the statute of limitations for minors can be paused until they reach the age of 18. After the minor’s brain has fully developed, it is easier for medical experts to calculate the true lifetime cost of the damage.
In children, TBIs interfere with growth, learning, and social development. Pediatric neurologists and developmental specialists are often called on to show how an injury changes over time. If your child suffered severe head trauma in an Annapolis accident, discuss your case with a legal professional from Burnett Injury Group as soon as possible.
Burnett Injury Group has a history of successfully handling catastrophic injury cases, including TBIs. We provide consistent communication and personalized service at every stage of the legal process. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with an Annapolis traumatic brain injury lawyer and begin seeking the compensation you and your loved ones deserve.