subject: Settlements For More Than $1.0 Million In Cases Claiming Head Injuries From Car Accidents [print this page] A closed head injury is among the most severe sorts of injuries from car accidents. A closed head injury can result in permanent personality changes, motor control deficits, short and long-term memory problems, and language problems. Given the nature and extent of the damage to the victim of a closed head injury these cases are frequently complexThe lawyer handling the case needs to have a comprehensive understanding of the medicine of closed head injuries. The lawyer also needs to be able to effectively and respectfully communicate with the plaintiff and the plaintiff's family. The lawyer also needs to be thoroughly familiar with insurance issues and how to uncover all assets hat might be applied to a settlement or award.
Examine the following cases:
In this case the driver of a van struck the back of a motor vehicle that was at a complete stopwith the turn signal activated waiting to take a left turn. The force of the impact sent the car into a nearby ditch. Police and emergency respondents transported the driver of the car to a hospital closeby. The fifty year old female victim was confused and disoriented. These are signs of a potential closed head injury. In addition, the woman had major pain in her neck, back, wrist and knee. She ended up with numerous serious injuries to her neck, spinal cord and wrist. In addition, she went through various surgeries. Among them were a total knee replacement. She also endured infections to her wound. She started suffering from a deep depression and having difficulties with her memory. She incurred nearly a quarter million dollars in medical expenses. The law firm that represented the woman published that they were able to negotiate a settlement in the amount of $1.35 Million on behalf of the victim.
In the second claim a driver drove into an intersection without obeying the stop sign and flashing lights. When he entered the intersection his van hit an automobile driven by a 31 year old woman. For five months following the accident, she was in a coma. Her head injury left her with motor control issues, memory issues and concentration issues. She is now permanently disabled. As a result of her disability she needs living assistance. Further, she lost a thirty thousand dollar a year job which her disability now prevented her from continuing. The law firm that represented the woman pursued claims against not only the driver but also the driver's employer (because the driver was acting within the scope of his employment at the time the accident occurred). The firm documented that they attained a settlement for the victim with a net present value of $7,000,0000. The settlement included a $3 million immediate cash payment.
As the examples above show head injuries from car accidents may cause the victim to suffer serious even devastating irreversible impairments. Beyond any physical injuries the plaintiff can end up with memory problems and debilitating depression (Case 1), as well as concentration, short-term memory loss and motor control deficits (Case 2). A person's entire future can change after a head injury.
Envision going through the rest of your life not being able to build new short term memories. Picture not not knowing your spouse, your children, your parents. Think about your personality changing to such an extent that your own family is not able to relate to you. Envision becoming severely depressed or violent toward the people you've always loved. Envision no longer being able to recall words, to name objects, or to have an engaging discussion with someone. Envision not being able to plan for the future. Think about not being able to do your job. Imagine no longer being able to control your movements. For most people this would be inconceivable. For victims of closed head injuries from automobile accidents one or more of these become a reality.
If a member of your family suffered a head injury in a motor vehicle accident you ought to consult with a lawyer experienced in handling such lawsuits right away. These matters often have complex medical and psychological issues in adition to challenging liability and insurance problems. Furthermore, the lawyer will need to have enough experience to be able to determine the value of the case. Like the matters exhibit, the settlement or award may be substantial.
Settlements For More Than $1.0 Million In Cases Claiming Head Injuries From Car Accidents
