Hiring A Lawyer After Suffering A Brain Injury

Too often we see news reports, newspaper headlines, or memorial announcements of people who have experienced a traumatic, life-altering, and in more cases, than we would like a fatal accident, and can only hope and pray that they are getting the support and help that they need. 

Unfortunately, this is not ‘always’ the case but with the care and assistance of friends and family you ‘can’ get the legal aid you need by hiring an injury lawyer to get you the compensation you are entitled to.

Injury to the brain. 

Essentially, it is what it says on the tin, but it is and can be more complex than that, and the negative side-effects are not always seen immediately, often occurring long after the event itself. The more obvious signs would be a fatal puncturing to the skull bone or a specialized and complex surgery that needed to be done and has left you with a large scar across the head. A tell-tale sign that indicates you have had a recent procedure performed.

Then there are the traumas that albeit small and insignificant to some, can change the course of your life. The way you carry on with normal day-to-day jobs and tasks may not come as effortlessly as before or can be a struggle if you don’t have help, and if not treated can lead to more complications.  

You may begin to see changes in your mood that are unusual, sensitivity to light or sound while doing the tasks and activities you’re used to. Sleep issues tend to be quite common in conjunction with headaches, and sometimes lead to depression and anxiety. 

Help. 

Knowing who to turn to or which doctor or psychiatrist comes recommended can be overwhelming, not to mention dealing with bills, claims, or phone calls, and this is where a specialized brain injury lawyer can step in. The top lawyers work hand in hand with the various physicians to ensure you get the best care all the while handling your case to get the funds you deserve. 

You aren’t in your right frame of mind or perhaps you’re not in a good head space which can have a bad impact on decision making, let someone take the burden for you who can think clearly. 

You ideally want a firm that has years of experience in dealing with cases just like yours, who have seen and dealt with all sorts of situations, and that can make the executive decisions on your behalf to achieve the best possible outcomes. 

The right company will make you feel heard, understood, and that can communicate effectively with you throughout the process. If these basic factors are not being met it would be advisable to look elsewhere and to find a company and lawyer that prides themselves not only on client service but is aware of the sensitivity of the situation.

Factors to consider in the hiring process.

Often patients don’t have a lot of time to get as organized as they would like to and this could lead them to hastily making decisions that in the long run end up biting them in the back. Take a quick look at what people consider the key points to search and look for in a reliable and reputable lawyer and legal firm. 

• Budget. Medical bills and procedures can rack up pretty quickly and before you know it you feel like you’re drowning and ‘can’t see the forest for the trees’ – as the old saying goes. An expensive lawyer or firm adding to that pile of paperwork is not going to make things any easier, work within your means. 

The list of boxes to tick off when considering the right fit of a lawyer can become extensive depending on how in-depth you plan on looking at things. Take a quick moment to read this article on which factors may be more important than others, the average pricing of services, and answers to frequently asked questions that you may just have been looking for. 

We can never know and learn enough.

• Support. At the end of the day, you are the one who is paying for their services, and you should get what you pay for. The firm that represents you should have your best interests in mind at all times, show you that you and your needs are their primary concern and not simply a paycheck at the end of it all.

• Proactive. When discussing concerns or issues with your legal aid you want a clear, comprehensible answer but also to feel and see in some cases that they are going above and beyond. They are 2 steps ahead, they think outside the box and get things done efficiently, and this gives you peace of mind knowing you are in safe and capable hands.

• Personality. Is your ‘guy’ one that stands out from the crowd, who has the presence of a winner per se, and who prides themselves in their talent and skills? You are in this to win your case and to receive compensation, this is not likely with a wall-flower of a lawyer.

Advantages of professional help.

Besides the simple and obvious fact that this person has studied for many years, sometimes a decade or more, and who is well-versed in the legal system laws and regulations, they have the time to dedicate to get the job done right.

Then comes the dreaded task of filling out, serving, and filing the copious amounts of paperwork that comes with court cases and proceedings, a lawyer will take care of everything and advise you along the way whilst keeping you informed on the status of the case. It is their job to ensure you do not get taken advantage of, whether financially or mentally. 

And finally, we are all aware that claiming from insurance companies or the person or company that caused the accident initially can take a lot of time. They can keep on top of things, make sure the ball keeps rolling, and that the case can be resolved as efficiently and effectively as possible.

The road to recovery.

It may seem like there is no light at the end of the tunnel, that the silver lining everyone talks about is nowhere to be seen, but fear not, it will all work out in the end, as my granny liked to say. 

When people talk about the road to recovery they didn’t say it was going to be easy, more often than not we think that the worse is over and in a sense it is, but to push through when it counts is when you’ll see change.

Patients who were previously fit and active and led a fast-paced life are suddenly hit with a reality they weren’t ready for, chatting to your lawyer about what will happen after the case has been resolved may help clarify some things. They understand that it is going to take time to get to where you used to be if at all, depending on the severity of the incident, and you need to let things run their course.

Psychiatrist and friend. 

You and your legal representative will be spending a lot of time together to complete the case, and may even become friends by the end of it all, but what they will be doing from the get-go is guiding you, listening to you, and being there for you. And isn’t this one of the most important factors when going through a tough situation, knowing that someone is there for you. 

A few tips and notes in this link on how to push through a traumatic experience will help motivate you to keep going, that morale and mood booster for days when the dark clouds seem to cover every inch of blue sky. We could all use a pick-me-up from time to time.

When it comes to your lawyer they will certainly be your guiding light on all things of the law, but as human beings, they add empathy and concern for your feelings. They look out for your well-being, and if hiring a lawyer after you have suffered a brain injury has this many benefits, what have you got to lose?

The law on your side.

Rules and regulations are put into place around the world to keep order, to help right the wrongs sprung upon us, and to get justice where it is due. A legal representative who has devoted their life to helping people get what they deserve by using the ‘long arm of the law’ is someone you want on your team. They have a passion for the intricacies and finer details that can make or break a case by simply understanding how the law works. 

You have suffered and been through enough, you are alive, you have been given a second chance so to speak, and hiring the right lawyer to execute your goals will make life that much simpler.