Santa Maria Brain Injury Attorneys

A traumatic brain injury can result in life-altering cognitive and physical disabilities. Even if the victim is expected to make a full recovery, months could pass before he or she is able to return to work. The medical bills, lost income, and other costs can add up to a veritable fortune. Our Santa Maria brain injury lawyers are here to help you and your family fight for the compensation you need to maintain financial security in the wake of the accident. We work closely with medical and economic experts who can provide deposition and testimony in these cases. With many years of experience in brain injury claims, our attorneys know how to provide effective representation at every stage of the proceedings. To speak with a member of our team in a free consultation, dial 1-800-GO-HARRIS.

Can Brain Injury Victims Pursue Compensation for Future Medical Bills?

Absolutely. In the state of California, personal injury victims have the right to seek compensation for any compensatory damages stemming from their accident or injury, including future damages that they are reasonably certain to incur. As you can imagine, proving the value of future medical bills and loss of earning capacity can be challenging. The claims process is adversarial in nature, and the insurance company has incentive to minimize the amount of compensation paid out. If the brain injury is permanent and you intend to pursue compensation for future damages, it’s important that you hire an attorney who has achieved successful outcomes in cases involving permanent disability. Our Santa Maria brain injury lawyers have a track record of success in such cases. We know when to bring in medical and economic experts to provide deposition and testimony regarding future damages. We also have an in-depth understanding of the relevant statutes and case law. We can apply widely accepted formulas for calculating future damages in order to maximize the potential settlement while minimizing the likelihood of a dispute that leads to litigation. If the injury is permanent, we may suggest putting off the settlement negotiations to find out how the treatment progresses. That way, we will be in a better position to approximate the cost of future medical bills and lost income. In the meantime, we can help you explore the options for covering immediate medical bills and other costs you will incur while your case is pending.

Will I Have to Go to Trial?

Our attorneys will do everything in their power to get you fairly compensated without having to go to trial. Fortunately, the vast majority of the cases we handle are resolved out of court. Reaching an out-of-court settlement is often in the best interests of all parties involved, but there are circumstances when going to trial is the smartest option. For example, if there is strong evidence of liability and the value of your damages yet the opposing party still refuses to pay a fair settlement, your Santa Maria brain injury attorney may advise going to court. Taking your case to trial might also be the best course of action if the opposing party argues that you were partially at fault for the accident despite strong evidence of the contrary. Although most personal injury claims don’t go to trial, it’s still important that you have a skilled and highly experienced litigator by your side. If the insurance company knows that you’re being represented by an accomplished trial attorney, they might be less inclined to take a hardline during settlement negotiations. Conversely, if your lawyer has a reputation for accepting low settlements in lieu of going to court, the insurer might take advantage of the situation by offering an unfair payout. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, we have established a reputation as tough litigators who relish the opportunity to go to trial if a fair settlement cannot be reached.

How Could Social Media Affect My Brain Injury Claim?

One of the most common errors we see personal injury claimants make is posting about their injury, accident, or case on social media. As tempting as it may be to keep friends and family informed, it’s a good idea to stay off social networks until the conclusion of your case. Otherwise, the insurance adjuster might review your profiles for content that can be used to dispute liability or the severity of your injuries. It’s advisable to disable your social media accounts while your case is pending.

Dial 1-800-GO-HARRIS for a Free Case Assessment with a Brain Injury Lawyer in Santa Maria

Our attorneys are ready to take over the logistics of your case and help you fight for the highest settlement possible. We are available 24 hours a day to take your call. Dial 1-800-GO-HARRIS or use our Contact Page to set up a free consultation.