West Virginia Brain Injury Lawyers
Any trauma to the head in a car accident or other mishap should be taken very seriously. The severity of a brain injury is not always apparent immediately after a crash. Crash victims often delay getting medical treatment, and too many people settle their insurance claims before the full extent of damage is known.
If your loved one suffered closed head injuries or you suspect they have brain damage from an accident caused by the negligence of others, contact the law firm of Angotti & Straface for a free initial consultation. Our Morgantown personal injury lawyers have handled many traumatic brain injury (TBI) cases on behalf of clients in West Virginia and statewide.
Compensation for Brain Injury
Brain damage can occur from a blow to the head or oxygen deprivation. The violent jostling of a car crash can injure the delicate tissues of the brain even if the victim's head did not strike any surface. We help clients arrange visits with physicians and neurospsychologists who specialize in the effects of a head trauma or brain stem injury. By testing brain function and cognitive ability, they can document a lasting impact from the accident.
Victims may suffer permanent damage that leaves them medically vulnerable or unable to work: vision impairment, inability to concentrate, memory loss, chronic headache or fatigue, paralysis or loss of use and other devastating effects. Severe brain injury may require round-the-clock care. Angotti & Straface works with vocational experts to determine if the brain injury will prevent the client from returning to work. We then consult with medical experts and economists to determine the costs of future medical care and home care and the loss of projected income.
Our experienced trial lawyers negotiate with the insurance companies to arrange compensation for economic damages plus pain and suffering, mental anguish and the loss of enjoyment of life from a preventable accident. If we cannot reach a fair settlement, Angotti & Straface is always prepared to take a case to trial.
If you or a family member has suffered a brain injury, or suspect one, contact us today for a free case evaluation at 304-292-4381. Every case is important to us, and we make sure our clients receive the medical help and the legal advocacy they need.
