Fort Worth Brain Injury Lawyers

A blow to the head can result in lifelong harm and disability. Such injuries can be especially problematic, given that the presence or extent of the harm may not be known for some time. The potential lifelong impact of head trauma makes it imperative that you protect your rights after another’s negligence has caused harm. Retaining an experienced personal injury attorney is an important step towards protecting those rights. Noteboom – The Law Firm has been standing up for DFW area Plaintiffs since 1977. We pride ourselves on providing quality representation and we look forward to being of assistance. Contact us online or by telephone to speak with our Fort Worth brain injury lawyers.

DFW accident attorneys handing traumatic brain injury cases

Traumatic brain injuries can result in blurred vision, a loss of hand-eye coordination, headaches, and more. This type of damage can leave an individual unable to return to their particular line of work. They may also be unable to return to work at all. Additionally, a victim’s quality of life can be greatly reduced and their need for ongoing medical care can be greatly increased. Common causes of such injuries can include car accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle wrecks, etc. Also, damage may occur from a one-time blow to the head or from repetitive contact.

The first step one should take after suffering any blow to the head is to seek immediate medical attention. This is true even if the incident seems minor and the victim does not believe that they are injured as the symptoms of such injuries may not manifest themselves for some time. The next step to take is to contact an attorney. Counsel will contact the defendant(s) and inform them of the representation. They will then deal with the insurance carriers while the victim focuses on their treatment. Once the victim’s chances of recovery, as well as the extent to which they can be expected to recover, are reasonably known then a demand for payment will be sent to the insurer. If a settlement is not reached, after back and forth negotiation, then filing a lawsuit may be necessary.

A victim’s damages for a traumatic brain injury can be substantial. Compensation can include past and future lost earnings, past and future medical bills, as well as compensation for pain and suffering. This last element includes pain endured at the time of the incident, during treatment, and for future pain. It also includes mental anguish, distress, and the loss in one’s quality of life. If the matter goes to trial then the jury will be responsible for determining liability as well as the amount of damages. Under our state’s comparative fault laws, one may recover damages as long as the jury believes they are no more responsible for the accident than was the defendant. Any compensation received will be reduced by the amount of fault which the jury assigns to the Plaintiff.

Our Fort Worth traumatic brain injury attorneys understand the serious nature of such cases. Once retained, we will begin a full investigation into the matter. We will also immediately contact the responsible parties so we may be connected to their insurance carriers. Depending on the nature of the injuries, we will utilize any necessary experts in order to show that the injuries are long-lasting if not permanent. Importantly, we will be in regular contact with you throughout the process and will make sure that you know what to expect as the matter moves forward. This high level of service is our promise in each and every case we handle. Contact us online or by telephone today.

In addition to Texas’ greater DFW area, we also handle matters in Arlington, Austin, Denton, Frisco, Irving, Lufkin, Garland, Houston, McKinney, Richardson, San Antonio, and the rest of the state.

Accident lawyers with the resources necessary to handle Fort Worth area head injury cases

Cases involving head injuries can be highly expensive to litigate. Such matters often involve the use of multiple expert witnesses. These professionals will create reports and offer opinions on issues ranging from the extent of the injury to how it impacts the victim’s ability to earn a living. The Plaintiff’s attorney will pay the costs of the experts up front and will not be reimbursed unless the matter settles or a judgement is gained at trial. This means that the firm you retain must have the resources necessary to see the case through to the end.

Our Firm focuses solely on personal injury and we are able to litigate against insurance companies and large defendants. Chuck Noteboom and Brian Butcher are both Board Certified in Personal Injury Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and our firm also employs an on-staff investigator. Our attorneys take a collaborative and team-based approach to every case we handle and we work to ensure that all possible avenues are explored. We are honored to serve our local community.

Common questions in brain injury cases

Do I need to go to the hospital after a blow to the head?

We consider it important that anyone go to the hospital after suffering head trauma of any kind. Quite often, symptoms such as headaches or blurred vision may not appear until after the accident. If one waits to seek care, however, then the defendant’s lawyers will often argue that the accident was not the source of one’s head trauma. They will argue that, instead, the injury must have stemmed from another incident that occurred in between the accident and the hospital visit. By seeking immediate care, one can a) determine the extent of their injury and b) foreclose such arguments by the defense.

How will comparative fault apply to a brain injury case?

Texas is like many other states in that it has adopted the concept of comparative fault. Under our state’s laws, a victim may recover compensation as long as they were not more than fifty percent liable for the accident. So, for example, if the jury finds that a victim was twenty percent responsible for the incident, and that $1m in damages have been incurred, then the victim will receive $800,000 ($1m – twenty percent).

How long does it take to settle a brain injury case?

Brain injury cases can take a substantial amount of time to settle. This is due to the fact that one may not know the extent of the injury for some time. Quite often, only time will tell if symptoms such as blurred vision and poor equilibrium are temporary or permanent. If a victim were to accept a “quick” settlement, then they may find themselves without money needed for future care if their recovery falters.