A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change a person’s life in an instant—and impact their family forever. 💔 Whether caused by a car crash, fall, or assault, these injuries often require lifelong care, ongoing therapy, and financial planning.
If your loved one suffered a TBI due to someone else’s negligence in North Carolina, Burts Law, PLLC is here to help you navigate your legal options—and secure the resources your family needs for the road ahead.
🧠 What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury?
A TBI occurs when a sudden blow or jolt to the head disrupts normal brain function. It can range from a mild concussion to a severe, life-altering condition.
Common causes in NC include:
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🚗 Car, truck, or motorcycle accidents
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🪜 Falls (especially in stores or parking lots)
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⚒️ Workplace injuries
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⚽ Sports or recreational accidents
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🔫 Assaults or violent crime
Symptoms of TBI may include:
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😵💫 Memory loss or confusion
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🗣️ Speech or communication problems
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🧍♂️ Changes in personality or behavior
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🧑🦽 Physical disability or motor skill impairment
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💤 Chronic fatigue, sleep issues, or depression
🏥 Long-Term Care Needs After a TBI
Caring for someone with a TBI often requires a comprehensive care plan, which may include:
🔁 Rehabilitation Therapy
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🧠 Cognitive therapy
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🏃 Physical therapy
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🗣️ Speech therapy
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👥 Occupational therapy
👩⚕️ Medical Support
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Neurologists, neurosurgeons, psychiatrists
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Long-term medications and treatment plans
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In-home nursing or assisted living facilities
🧾 Ongoing Costs
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Home modifications (ramps, beds, bathrooms)
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Medical equipment (wheelchairs, feeding tubes)
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Transportation and caregiver wages
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Specialized education or vocational training
💸 These costs can total hundreds of thousands—or millions—over a lifetime.
⚖️ Who Can Be Held Responsible?
If another party’s negligence caused the TBI, you may have a personal injury claim or workers’ compensation case, depending on how the injury occurred.
Possible defendants include:
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🚗 At-fault drivers in auto accidents
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🏢 Property owners who failed to fix hazards
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🧰 Employers or contractors (for workplace accidents)
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🏬 Businesses that created unsafe conditions
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👊 Individuals who committed violent acts
💼 What Compensation Can You Pursue?
A successful claim can help cover:
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🏥 Medical expenses (past and future)
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💼 Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
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🧠 Cognitive and physical rehabilitation
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👨👩👧 Cost of long-term or in-home care
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💔 Pain and suffering
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🧬 Loss of quality of life
📌 In catastrophic injury cases like TBIs, it’s critical to calculate the total lifetime value of the claim—not just short-term losses.
⏳ Time Limits in North Carolina
In most NC personal injury cases, you have 3 years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. But with severe injuries, early legal action is key to preserving evidence, gathering expert opinions, and securing needed care.
👨⚖️ Why Choose Burts Law, PLLC?
We understand the profound impact TBIs have on families—and we fight to make sure insurance companies don’t shortchange your future. Our team will:
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Work with medical and life-care planners
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Calculate future costs of treatment and support
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Handle all legal filings, negotiations, and litigation
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Treat your family with compassion and respect
📞 Call (866) BURTS-LAW or 🌐 Visit: www.burtslaw-nc.com for a free consultation and case evaluation.
