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Suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) could irreversibly change a victim’s life. They could be faced with major medical bills now and long into the future, and some may never be able to work again. Victims need dedicated legal representation that is aimed at seeking justice and recovering the compensation they deserve.
That’s where Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell comes in. We’re ready to review the circumstances of the TBI, explain your options for seeking monetary damages, and then get to work developing a personalized legal strategy that puts your interests first.
How We Can Help
- Why TBI victims and families trust Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell
- What families need to know about traumatic brain injuries
- Why traumatic brain injuries happen in Omaha
- Who can be held liable in an Omaha traumatic brain injury case?
- Possible compensation in an Omaha traumatic brain injury case
- What to do after suffering a traumatic brain injury
- Omaha traumatic brain injury frequently asked questions
- Is there an Omaha traumatic brain injury attorney near me?
Why TBI victims and families trust Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell
If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, there’s no shortage of knowledgeable attorneys who are ready to assist you. At Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell, we believe that understanding the laws and court procedures is certainly essential. But what truly sets us apart is the level of personalized client service we bring to each matter.
We don’t treat you as just another case file number, and we don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach to advocating for you. Our firm meets you where you are, considers the unique facts of your case, and then works for the maximum financial recovery possible. When you hire us to handle your TBI matter, we:
- Conduct a full investigation of the accident to understand how it happened
- Identify all parties that can potentially be held liable for your injury
- Determine the full value of your damages, including reasonably projected future damages
- File a personal injury lawsuit and serve it on all named defendants
- Negotiate with the at-fault parties’ insurance companies to try to reach a settlement
- Consult expert witnesses, who provide valuable testimony and support for your claims
- Take your case to trial if a fair settlement cannot be reached with the defendants
From start to finish, you will have a committed attorney who answers your questions and addresses your concerns. To learn more about how we represent Omaha TBI victims, read some of our past case results.
What families need to know about traumatic brain injuries
A traumatic brain injury is more serious than a simple bump to the head. It involves an external force, such as a blow or jolt to the head or body, that affects how the brain works. While some TBIs are considered mild (e.g., concussions), others can dramatically affect the victim’s ability to live a normal life.
A severe enough TBI can drastically change a person’s cognitive function and cause mental, psychological, behavioral, and personality changes. Some of the most immediate symptoms of a TBI include:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Extreme fatigue
- Dizziness
- Loss of balance
- Slurred speech
- Blurred vision
- Light sensitivity
In the long term, victims may need extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation. If they are able to work, it may be at a greatly reduced capacity compared with before. Their quality of life can suffer as well. The good news, however, is that victims and their families can seek compensation to offset the financial expenses associated with these and other losses.
Why traumatic brain injuries happen in Omaha
Understanding the most common causes of traumatic brain injuries is an important first step in seeking monetary damages. For claims based on negligence, it will be up to the victim, working with their Omaha traumatic brain injury lawyer, to explain how the injury occurred and how it points to negligence on the part of the at-fault party. A few of the most common causes include:
- Slips and falls: A slip and fall, especially from an elevated surface, can cause a victim to strike their head and suffer a TBI.
- Motor vehicle and truck accidents: A crash can cause the victim to slam their head into a hard surface either inside or outside the vehicle.
- Motorcycle accidents: Even if they wear a helmet, riders may suffer an impact to the head that can cause a TBI.
- Bicycle and pedestrian accidents: Bicyclists and pedestrians are also vulnerable to suffering a TBI, especially in a high-speed collision with a vehicle.
- Sports and recreational accidents: If a victim is playing a contact sport like football, or at a recreational facility like an amusement park, there’s a risk of a head injury.
- Construction and workplace accidents: Falling objects, slips and falls, and accidents involving machinery are leading causes of TBIs.
- Assaults: Someone who is the victim of assault may have a premises liability claim against the property owner or other responsible party if negligence contributed to the injury.
- Unsafe and defective consumer products: The manufacturer, retailer, or another party responsible for dangerous and defective consumer products could be liable for a victim’s TBI.
Our job is to find out how your accident happened, uncover evidence of negligent or irresponsible conduct leading to the accident, and then seek damages related to your TBI.
Who can be held liable in an Omaha traumatic brain injury case?
Another key step in winning compensation is identifying the party or parties who were responsible for the accident that caused the TBI. The more parties that can be held liable, the more sources from which the victim can recover their damages. Depending on the facts of your case, one or more of the following may be legally responsible:
- Driver
- The driver’s employer
- Trucking company
- Cargo loading company
- Property owners and occupiers
- Construction contractors
- Businesses
- Manufacturers
- Sports organizations
- Amusement parks
- Government entities
Possible compensation in an Omaha traumatic brain injury case
Severe TBIs are considered catastrophic injuries, which means victims tend to experience long-term and often permanent disabilities and complications. This can translate into major personal and financial losses. The goal of filing a TBI lawsuit is to seek various monetary damages from the at-fault party, which may include:
- Medical bills: These include expenses for treating the initial accident, such as ambulance transportation, hospitalization, surgery, prescription medications, and more.
- Future medical bills: The victim will likely need ongoing, perhaps indefinite treatments for the TBI, such as adaptive medical equipment and physical rehabilitation.
- Lost wages: While recovering from their TBI, the victim may miss weeks, months, or longer from work, along with the income they would have earned.
- Lost earning capacity: Some TBI victims can never return to work, which means they could lose a lifetime of earnings and benefits.
- Non-economic damages: This category of damages compensates victims for personal and intangible losses like pain and suffering, emotional distress, disfigurement, and permanent impairment.
- Out-of-pocket expenses: The victim can also recover certain necessary and reasonable expenses related to the TBI.
What to do after suffering a traumatic brain injury
If you were in an accident and you think that there is a chance you may have suffered a TBI, there are some important steps you need to take. Doing these things can help protect your health and legal rights. We suggest that you do the following:
- Get medical attention: No matter how minor you think your injuries are, or even if you believe you weren’t hurt at all, symptoms of a TBI can develop gradually. You need to see a doctor to receive an examination and proper treatment.
- Follow your doctor’s advice: Going forward, be sure to follow your doctor’s recommendations and observe any work or lifestyle restrictions your doctor suggests. Report any changes in your condition right away.
- Report the accident: Depending on how you were injured, this could involve different steps like calling 911 to report a car accident or filing a report with the property owner. Regardless, be sure you notify a responsible party in writing about the accident.
- Document the accident: To the extent possible, take pictures and record videos of the accident scene. Get the names and contact information of any eyewitnesses. Keep copies of your medical bills, missed time from work, and other things related to the accident.
- Make personal notes: TBIs can have severe consequences for the victim’s daily life, so it’s a good idea to keep a personal journal about your pain, suffering, daily limitations, and other physical, emotional, psychological, and behavioral issues related to the TBI.
- Speak with an attorney: As soon as you are able, you should talk to an experienced Omaha TBI attorney. Your lawyer can provide further guidance and help you seek monetary compensation.
Omaha traumatic brain injury frequently asked questions
What is the value of my traumatic brain injury claim?
The value of your TBI claim will depend on a number of factors like the severity of your injuries, whether the injury is permanent, and the impact of the injury on your daily life. A major concern with traumatic brain injury is the effects it will have on the victim in the long term. So questions like what medical bills the victim will have and how much work they will miss are important.
We take the time to explore all potential damages you may be eligible for, including reasonably estimated future ones. Then we develop a strategy for claiming those damages.
Is there a deadline to file a TBI lawsuit?
What if the victim later dies from the accident?
Should I talk to the insurance companies on my own?
Is there an Omaha traumatic brain injury attorney near me?
Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell is located at 6790 Grover Street, Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68106-3642. We are fairly close to landmarks and points of interest such as Elmwood Park, the University of Nebraska Omaha, Baxter Arena, and Aksarben Village. We’re proud to serve accident victims and their families in Omaha and other local communities such as:
- Aksarben
- Elmwood Park
- Robin Hill
- Ralston
- La Vista
- Dundee
- West Omaha
- Southwest Omaha
To reach our office by car, you might want to take I-80 onto local streets serving the Grover Street and 60th to 72nd Street area. We are also easily accessible from other areas like Central and West Omaha, Ralston, and La Vista. Omaha Metro bus service is also available to the nearby area. Give our office a call for more information.
Contact our Omaha traumatic brain injury attorneys
We understand the apprehension you are likely facing in the wake of a TBI, as medical bills pile up and work is missed. Our aim is to help restore your peace of mind by seeking the compensation you need to move forward. To learn more or to schedule your free initial consultation, connect with Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell today.