{"id":6729,"date":"2024-03-04T12:00:07","date_gmt":"2024-03-04T20:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/?p=6729"},"modified":"2024-03-05T12:04:54","modified_gmt":"2024-03-05T20:04:54","slug":"when-to-hire-a-lawyer-for-a-traumatic-brain-injury","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/when-to-hire-a-lawyer-for-a-traumatic-brain-injury\/","title":{"rendered":"When to Hire a Lawyer for a Traumatic Brain Injury"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s the distinction between a mere bump to the head and a traumatic brain injury (TBI)? Suffering intense symptoms (headache, fatigue, etc.), discovering severe side effects, or requiring insurance coverage because of the initial incident certainly qualify. Around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK459300\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.7 million Americans suffer TBIs annually<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and these injuries can result in life-altering symptoms or even death. Don\u2019t risk your or a loved one\u2019s well-being in the face of such danger. Contact an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/personal-injury\/brain-injury\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">experienced brain injury lawyer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure you get the care you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">California residents can contact Davana Law Firm for brain and other personal injury cases. Our expert team has won over 500 cases across 9+ specialties, building our reputation as the state\u2019s most trusted personal injury firm. Moreover, our clients receive industry-leading settlements for their cases, yet we charge them nothing until we win. Call (818) 501-1055 and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">speak to a traumatic brain injury attorney<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today to learn your options after such an accident.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below, we outline the situations wherein you should speak with us for traumatic brain damage:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You Experience Acute Symptoms<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although you\u2019ll need a professional to confirm the diagnosis, TBIs have some tell-tale signs. The most <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/common-brain-injury-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">common symptoms of traumatic brain injuries<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trouble speaking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sensitivity to light and sound<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confusion and memory loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of consciousness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced quality of life<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you experience several of these symptoms at once, contact a doctor immediately. On the other hand, the appearance of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/medicine-and-dentistry\/microtrauma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"broken_link\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">minor symptoms could indicate microtrauma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Do not ignore minor symptoms (even if they aren\u2019t bothering you), as they can cause numerous problems later in life. Seeking medical attention after a blow to the head can save your life and help build a case for damages.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Insurance Provider Denies Your Claim<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on how your injury occurred, you may be entitled to a payout from an insurance provider. Nevertheless, you must file a claim to receive such a payout, and the insurance company may find a reason to deny your claim. Hiring an attorney gives you an expert representative to negotiate with insurers and recover losses. Indeed, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/4-benefits-of-hiring-a-personal-injury-lawyer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your lawyer can leverage their negotiation skills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You Must Prove Liability<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image2.jpg\" alt=\"brain injury lawyer California\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image2.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image2-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If an insurer denies your accident claim, an attorney can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/how-to-file-a-personal-injury-claim-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">help you build a personal injury case<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Since the insurer refuted your claim once, convincing them to pay it will require proof. An attorney can help you gather evidence and build a case for compensation that, if necessary, could stand in court. That said, insurers settle nearly all such cases before they get to court.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lawyers often use police reports, accident scene photos, and witness statements to prove liability in these cases. Yet medical expertise and bills are also impactful pieces of evidence. These materials can help determine the damages that accident victims are entitled to, which should cover hospital fees, lost wages during recovery time, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/brain-injury-101\/#:~:text=your%20TBI%20case.-,Treatment%20Options,-As%20previously%20mentioned\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ongoing injury treatments<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hire California\u2019s Leading Brain Injury Lawyers to Fight for You!<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dangers and potential consequences of head injuries should convince you to brook no equivocation or hesitation. California residents who have suffered such harm should contact Davana Law Firm, which offers the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/personal-injury\/brain-injury\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best brain injury lawyers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the state. Our team possesses years of experience and know-how to build an ironclad case and deliver industry-leading litigation to our clients. Call (818) 501-1055 today for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.davanalaw.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a free consultation for a personal injury<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and more!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What\u2019s the distinction between a mere bump to the head and a traumatic brain injury (TBI)? Suffering intense symptoms (headache, fatigue, etc.), discovering severe side effects, or requiring insurance coverage because of the initial incident certainly qualify. 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