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Myrtle Beach Attorneys of The Yates Firm - WITH THE KNOWLEDGE AND RESOURCES OF A LARGE FIRM
MYRTLE BEACH ATTORNEYS OF THE YATES FIRM
If another person’s negligence caused your traumatic brain injury, contact The Yates Firm today. You might be entitled to financial compensation for your medical bills and other expenses. We can review the facts of your case and determine the available legal options to hold the at-fault party liable.
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when a violent jolt or blow to the head damages the brain. A TBI can cause a range of debilitating symptoms that can prevent you from completing basic tasks. While many people recover entirely, some suffer permanent damage. The cost of ongoing medical care and assistance can create economic strain and lead to significant medical debt.
At The Yates Firm, we understand the long-term consequences of a TBI. Even if the injury is minor, you could spend weeks healing and face various challenges in your daily life. Our legal team knows how important it is to receive the money you’re owed so you can afford your expenses and aren’t forced to pay anything out of pocket. You deserve the maximum compensation from the at-fault party if they were entirely responsible for the accident.
Call The Yates Firm at 843.692.3237 for your free consultation and let us help you get on the road to recovery. Reach out today, we’re here to help.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 61,000 fatalities occurred in 2019 due to a TBI. That’s equivalent to approximately 166 deaths every day.
Research has shown the most common causes of traumatic brain injury include:
Accidents involving cars, trucks, and other vehicles can cause severe injuries to the occupants and non-motorists. TBI typically occurs in vehicle collisions when the driver’s head hits the steering wheel, or the extreme force placed on the body shakes the brain around the skull violently.
Workplace accidents are common and can lead to TBI. Various scenarios can result in a blow or jolt to the head. Whether an employee takes a tumble down the stairs, crashes their car while making a delivery, or gets struck by an unsecured shelf, the impact to the head can cause significant damage to the brain.
A slip and fall or trip and fall can happen anywhere. You can fall and hit your head on the ground after slipping on a wet floor or tripping over loose carpeting. If the fall is severe, a traumatic brain injury can occur.
An explosion is violent. You can become airborne from the blast and fall to the ground, hitting your head in the process, or be slammed into something. Explosions can happen on construction sites and commercial properties containing combustible materials. An explosion can even occur following a car accident if a vehicle catches fire.
Whether an unsecured object falls from a raised platform on a construction site or shelf at a retail store, when it strikes someone, it can injure the head and brain.
Healthcare professionals can make dangerous errors that cause injuries to their patients. A traumatic brain injury doesn’t only happen when a person suffers a blow to the head. A TBI can also occur from a penetrating injury. A surgeon could misuse surgical instruments during a procedure, puncturing the brain.
Older adults living in nursing homes are susceptible to abuse and neglect. A patient could fall and hit their head if their caretaker ignores their request for assistance to get to the bathroom and they try to go on their own. A TBI can also occur during instances of abuse by a doctor, nurse, or another staff member in a nursing facility.
The dangerous conditions on someone’s property could lead to an accident. Whether residential or commercial, the owner must maintain the entire area to prevent guests from getting hurt. A defective staircase, collapsing balcony, or another hazard could result in a traumatic brain injury during the victim’s fall.
Accidents involving cars, trucks, and other vehicles can cause severe injuries to the occupants and non-motorists. TBI typically occurs in vehicle collisions when the driver’s head hits the steering wheel, or the extreme force placed on the body shakes the brain around the skull violently.
Workplace accidents are common and can lead to TBI. Various scenarios can result in a blow or jolt to the head. Whether an employee takes a tumble down the stairs, crashes their car while making a delivery, or gets struck by an unsecured shelf, the impact to the head can cause significant damage to the brain.
A slip and fall or trip and fall can happen anywhere. You can fall and hit your head on the ground after slipping on a wet floor or tripping over loose carpeting. If the fall is severe, a traumatic brain injury can occur.
An explosion is violent. You can become airborne from the blast and fall to the ground, hitting your head in the process, or be slammed into something. Explosions can happen on construction sites and commercial properties containing combustible materials. An explosion can even occur following a car accident if a vehicle catches fire.
Whether an unsecured object falls from a raised platform on a construction site or shelf at a retail store, when it strikes someone, it can injure the head and brain.
Healthcare professionals can make dangerous errors that cause injuries to their patients. A traumatic brain injury doesn’t only happen when a person suffers a blow to the head. A TBI can also occur from a penetrating injury. A surgeon could misuse surgical instruments during a procedure, puncturing the brain.
Older adults living in nursing homes are susceptible to abuse and neglect. A patient could fall and hit their head if their caretaker ignores their request for assistance to get to the bathroom and they try to go on their own. A TBI can also occur during instances of abuse by a doctor, nurse, or another staff member in a nursing facility.
The dangerous conditions on someone’s property could lead to an accident. Whether residential or commercial, the owner must maintain the entire area to prevent guests from getting hurt. A defective staircase, collapsing balcony, or another hazard could result in a traumatic brain injury during the victim’s fall.
Compensation for non-economic losses, such as emotional distress, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life are also available for you to pursue. You could also receive punitive damages if you file a lawsuit against the negligent party responsible for causing your TBI.
The Myrtle Beach traumatic brain injury attorneys of [firm-name] are ready to help you hold the at-fault party liable for their misconduct. Your injury happened because of their actions, and you have a right to pursue compensation from them.
Our legal team has extensive experience and resources to handle your insurance claim or lawsuit. We will aggressively seek the money you’re owed to cover your medical treatment and other incurred costs. You can depend on us to remain by your side in the fight for justice so you can heal and get your life back on track.
REPORT THE INCIDENT
Whether you were in a car accident or fell on someone else’s property, you should report what happened in writing. A document detailing the events leading up to the incident and other information can serve as helpful evidence in your case.
GO TO THE HOSPITAL
Seek medical treatment after leaving the accident scene. It doesn’t matter if you go to the emergency room or see your primary care physician. However, you shouldn’t wait long before your initial doctor visit. The doctor should evaluate you to determine whether you have a TBI and recommend a treatment plan for your recovery.
ATTEND ALL DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENTS
If the initial physician recommends follow-up care, such as rehabilitation, surgery, or diagnostic tests, do what they suggest. You need to continue with your treatment until you heal or your medical providers release you from their care.
KEEP EVERY DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR CASE
You should keep a copy of every letter from the insurance company, medical record, billing statement, and other documents you receive. Evidence is vital to prove you suffered a traumatic brain injury during the accident and the expenses you incurred while treating it.
SEEK LEGAL REPRESENTATION
Hire a lawyer after the incident. The Yates Firm can handle your case while you focus on treatment. You shouldn’t attempt to pursue compensation yourself. Without the help of a lawyer, you will likely end up with much less compensation than you deserve or a denied claim.
CONTACT US
If you sustained a traumatic brain injury due to another person or company’s negligence, call The yates Firm at 843.692.3237 now. One of our Myrtle Beach traumatic brain injury attorneys can meet you for a free consultation to review the circumstances of the incident and determine what we can do to get you the compensation you deserve.
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