Determining Proper Compensation After A TBI
Michael Babboni
Personal Injury
Few injuries are as serious as a traumatic brain injury can be. No matter the cause of the accident, the fact is that a head injury is something that can change your life as well as those who are close to you.Often, those with a TBI are left unable to continue living their life as they once did, and their loved ones may end up having to provide regular, routine care for them. There are many expenses associated with a TBI, and it’s important for those who are hurt to get the kind of compensation that they are really owed.
But what is a fair compensation for a TBI? This is a question that can vary widely since every accident and every injury’s circumstances are different. However, one thing remains the same no matter the situation – a fair, appropriate personal injury settlement should return the injured person’s financial stability back to a point it would have been in had the accident never happened.
As such, a few different things need to be considered to ensure that you get the kind of compensation that you are truly owed. Here are the main variables that go into what makes a fair settlement.
• Medical Bills – This one is the most obvious, but not only should your medical bills be included in a settlement, but so should any future potential bills. Those hurt in an accident that caused a TBI may need lifelong care, continued therapy, medication, and more. Those costs can add up in a huge way and as such it’s important that these future costs be included in a settlement.
• Lost Wages – Losing wages due to missing work because of an injury can leave those with a TBI facing mounting debt that they are often unable to overcome. And when you consider the lost wages that may occur over the life of the injured, the costs can become incredibly high. These lost wages and future potential lost wages must be considered to ensure that financial stability is secured.
• Loss Of Potential – A TBI can change the lives of those who suffer them. It could make it impossible for them to continue in their career, to receive promotions they would have once been eligible for, and more. These losses to potential income need to be considered carefully to ensure that the person with the TBI gets the settlement amount they deserve.
• Impact On Loved Ones – What kind of impact has the TBI had on the loved ones of the injured person? Are they missing work due to the accident? Are they paying out of pocket for various aspects of care? These variables could impact a settlement’s fairness.
A Florida accident lawyer will be able to review your case and all of its variables with financial professionals and medical experts to make sure that you get the compensation you’re owed. This includes everything listed above and any other factors. Your recovery and the stability of your family is important, and after a TBI getting the right settlement amount may be the only way to ensure that you get what you deserve.