If you or your loved one has sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) due to someone else’s negligence, seek legal assistance from a qualified Chicago traumatic brain injury lawyer. The attorneys in our catastrophic injury law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, have a passion for justice and are ready to help you seek the compensation you deserve.
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What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
A TBI is a type of temporary or permanent brain damage caused by a sudden and violent blow or jolt to the head, resulting in disruption of normal brain function. TBIs include a range of injuries from mild concussions to severe brain damage with long-term consequences.
An acquired brain injury (ABI) is damage to the brain occurring after birth that is not hereditary, congenital, or degenerative.
What Are the Most Frequent Causes of TBI in Chicago?
Common causes are:
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of TBIs.
Falls, including slip and falls
Violence including physical assault and gun violence
Sports injuries such as in football and soccer
Explosions and blasts injuring military personnel and construction workers
Medical negligence or medical malpractice
Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injuries
The symptoms of a TBI may range from mild to severe depending:
Headaches
Dizziness
Nausea or vomiting
Sensitivity to light or noise
Confusion or disorientation
Difficulty with memory or concentration
Long Term Effects of Traumatic Brain Injuries in Chicago
How Can Chicago Brain Injury Attorneys Help a Traumatic Brain Injury Victim?
A Chicago brain injury lawyer can help a head injury victim recover:
Medical expenses: current and future medical bills
Lost wages: if you have missed work due to your injury
Pain and suffering resulting in physical pain, emotional distress, and a reduced quality of life
Rehabilitation costs and ongoing therapy
Who Could Be Liable for Cases of Traumatic Brain Injury?
There may be multiple parties who could be responsible:
Drivers in motor vehicle accidents
Property owners when a fall or other accident occurs on their property
Employers if the brain injury occurred on the job
What Compensation Can a TBI Victim Recover?
Chicago brain injury lawyers can assist victims with a brain injury lawsuit recover:
Economic damages are quantifiable losses such as medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
Non-economic damages are intangible losses such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
Can I File a Traumatic Brain Injury Claim on Behalf of a Loved One?
If your loved one has sustained a TBI and is unable to file a claim themselves, you may be able to do so on their behalf as their legal representative. This can include spouses, parents of minor children, or other family members who have been appointed as legal guardians.
How Long Do I Have to File A TBI Claim?
The statute of limitations for filing a TBI claim in Illinois is two years from the date of the injury. Failure to take action in a personal injury claim within this timeframe may result in losing the right to seek compensation.
Contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers Today
If you or a loved has experienced a severe traumatic brain injury, the skilled attorneys at our law firm can help with a brain injury claim.
We offer a free consultation; we will review your brain injury case, explain your legal options, and answer your questions.
If you or your loved one has sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) due to someone else's negligence, seek help from a Chicago traumatic brain injury lawyer.
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
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