If you or a family member suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) during a personal injury incident, you already know the impact these injuries can have. Living with a brain injury is never easy. A TBI can be straining on a person's physical, mental, and financial health. A TBI can also make it difficult to work, resume your daily activities, and enjoy a long and active life. After a brain injury, your future might depend on the treatment you receive and your ability to pay for the care that you need. That's why you should contact a lawyer about getting the compensation you are entitled to. The medical bills and lost income, as well as the pain and suffering, are not something you should have to handle alone.

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If you or a family member suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) during a personal injury incident, you already know the impact these injuries can have. Living with a brain injury is never easy. A TBI can be straining on a person's physical, mental, and financial health. A TBI can also make it difficult to work, resume your daily activities, and enjoy a long and active life. After a brain injury, your future might depend on the treatment you receive and your ability to pay for the care that you need. That's why you should contact a lawyer about getting the compensation you are entitled to. The medical bills and lost income, as well as the pain and suffering, are not something you should have to handle alone.Consult a Dearborn traumatic brain injury lawyer at Marko Law if you are suffering from a head injury due to a motor vehicle accident or any other accident.What is a Traumatic Brain Injury?The definition of a traumatic brain injury is "a disruption in the normal function of the brain that can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head, or penetrating head injury." These injuries include:

• Damage to the structural integrity of the skull
• Damage to the brain tissue from the violent movement
• Injuries where the brain tissue is penetrated

TBIs range from minor to severe with varying symptoms and degrees of prognosis.Minor traumatic brain injuries typically affect a person for a brief period of time before they make a complete recovery. More severe traumatic brain injuries can cause bruising, torn tissue, bleeding, and various other physical damage that results in long-lasting complications or death.What Types of Brain Injury Cases Does Marko Law Handle?Our brain injury lawyers take on all types of claims involving brain injuries that were caused by another party's negligence. Some of the most common types of TBI cases we handle include:Car, Truck, and Motorcycle AccidentsMotor vehicle accidents are one of the most common causes of brain injuries in the United States. Car accidents are common and several leads to head injuries. Truck accidents are less common, however, they involve devastating force that results in an increased possibility of a TBI. And motorcycle riders simply have little to no protection and can easily hurt their head when they are struck or ejected from their bike.Pedestrian and Bicycle AccidentsPedestrians and bicyclists are completely exposed when they are walking or biking near roadways. If a vehicle hits a pedestrian, they are typically thrown or crushed from the force of the vehicle. This impact often results in brain injuries in major pedestrian or bicycle collisions.Medical MalpracticeMedical malpractice happens when a doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider deviates from the standard of care, causing an injury to the patient. If the mistake causes a lack of oxygen to the brain, or fails to notice or treat an existing brain issue, a TBI can result.Birth InjuryInfant brain damage can occur during childbirth in certain situations that are naturally caused and also in circumstances involving negligence. The most common causes of birth injury TBIs are using an instrument like forceps with excessive force or asphyxiation when the brain is deprived of oxygen for too long.Slip and FallWhen a person slips and falls from a slippery floor or broken staircase, they can easily hit their heads hard enough to cause a brain injury. Some falls are not serious and cause minor injuries. But some can be devastating and lead to long-lasting consequences and real pain and suffering.Occupational AccidentsSome workplaces and industries are known to be more hazardous than others. For instance, an employee in the construction industry might sustain a brain injury at work from falling, being crushed, or during a vehicle accident. In these cases, they might be able to recover compensation through workers' compensation benefits. If a party besides the employer was responsible, they may be able to receive additional compensation with a third-party personal injury claim.Compensation for Damages from a Brain InjuryReceiving compensation for a brain injury that was not your fault can make all the difference for you and your family. For the most part, victims and their families are dealing with accumulating expenses, stress, and an unclear future. If your traumatic brain injury is severe, you may be out of work for a long time. In addition to medical expenses, you may be able to receive other compensation because of the accident.Insurance companies will pay the least amount possible because they are in business to make money. They don't care about your injuries; they just care about their bottom lines. If you attempt to settle, you may not receive enough compensation for past medical bills, never mind future medical expenses and lost time from work.The different kinds of compensation that you may receive consist of:

• Past medical bills for injuries you sustained in the accident.
• Future medical bills for upcoming surgeries and doctors' visits.
• Physical, cognitive and psychological therapies. These kinds of therapies may continue for months or years.
• Past lost wages for time you could not work because of your injuries.
• Future lost income for time you can not work in the future or if you have to take a position that pays less.
• Vehicle repairs or replacement.
• Replacement of personal property damaged in the accident.
• Loss of companionship if the incident caused injuries serious enough so that you can not enjoy doing things with your loved ones.
• Loss of consortium if the accident caused injuries serious enough that you can not enjoy a physical relationship with your partner.
• The cost if you have to employ someone for daily tasks, such as grocery shopping, home maintenance, and cleaning.
• Pain and suffering if doctors expect you to suffer from your injuries for the long term.
• Punitive damages if the at-fault driver's grossly negligent actions caused the accident.

Traumatic brain injuries may be minor or severe and could have lengthy recovery times. Compensation for long-term injuries will help you support yourself and your family.Consult a Dearborn Brain Injury LawyerThe lawyers of Marko Law have the experience and resources needed to represent you in your traumatic brain injury claim. We will fight on your behalf to recover the maximum compensation you and your family deserve.Do not make the mistake of dealing with insurance companies alone. Hire experienced legal representation to protect you and your family member's rights.Contact Us Today to Get a Free ConsultationIf you are ready to start your case or need more information about brain injury lawyer in Dearborn, Michigan, contact Marko Law Firm today. Let us represent you as you seek justice and compensation for your pain and damages. Call (313) 777-7LAW today to get a free consultation or visit our website: MarkoLaw.com to get more information.