Brain Injury Lawyers

A traumatic brain injury is any disruption in normal brain function caused by an external force — such as a blow, jolt, or penetrating injury to the head. TBIs range from mild concussions to severe injuries causing prolonged unconsciousness or permanent disability. Even a "mild" TBI diagnosed as a concussion can have lasting cognitive, emotional, and physical effects that significantly impact your quality of life and ability to work.

In Georgia, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including brain injuries, is 2 years from the date of injury (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33). In South Carolina, you have 3 years (S.C. Code § 15-3-530). However, in cases where the full extent of a brain injury is not immediately apparent, the discovery rule may apply — meaning the clock starts when you knew or should have known about the injury. Contact an attorney promptly to protect your rights.

Brain injury cases frequently result in substantial recoveries because of the enormous lifetime costs involved. Factors that determine value include: severity of the TBI, extent of cognitive and physical impairment, past and future medical expenses (including rehabilitation and long-term care), lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, and impact on quality of life. Severe TBI cases involving permanent disability can be worth millions of dollars.

Strong brain injury claims typically include: emergency medical records and hospital imaging (CT, MRI), neuropsychological testing results, treating neurologist and specialist opinions, advanced imaging such as DTI (diffuse tensor imaging) or fMRI, life care plan projecting future medical needs, vocational rehabilitation assessment, testimony from family members about behavioral and cognitive changes, and expert economic analysis of lost earning capacity.

Yes. Despite being labeled "mild," concussions and post-concussion syndrome can cause debilitating symptoms lasting months or years — including chronic headaches, memory problems, difficulty concentrating, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. If your concussion was caused by someone else's negligence, you are entitled to compensation for all resulting medical treatment, lost wages, and diminished quality of life.

Severe TBIs often result in permanent impairment. Survivors may face lifelong challenges with memory, cognition, emotional regulation, motor function, and independent living. Many require 24/7 attendant care, assisted living, or nursing home placement. The lifetime cost of care for a severe TBI can exceed $3 million to $5 million, which is why it is critical to have an attorney who understands how to project and recover these long-term costs.

Depending on how the injury occurred, liable parties may include: negligent drivers, property owners who failed to maintain safe conditions, employers or contractors who violated safety regulations, manufacturers of defective products or equipment, medical professionals who committed malpractice, and government entities responsible for dangerous road conditions. Our attorneys investigate all potential sources of liability and insurance coverage.

Delayed symptom onset is very common with brain injuries. Swelling, bleeding, and chemical changes in the brain can take days or weeks to manifest as noticeable symptoms. Insurance companies may try to argue the delay means the injury is unrelated to the accident. Our attorneys work with neurologists to establish the causal connection between the traumatic event and your delayed symptoms through medical evidence and expert testimony.

Brain injuries dramatically increase the value of a personal injury claim because they involve extensive medical treatment, long-term rehabilitation, potential lifetime care needs, significant lost earning capacity, and profound impact on quality of life. We typically wait until the client reaches maximum medical improvement before settling, which may take 12 to 24 months for TBI cases, to ensure we fully understand the long-term prognosis.

At Roden Law, we handle brain injury cases on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing upfront and no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. Our fee is a percentage of the recovery we obtain. Given the high stakes and complexity of brain injury cases, having experienced legal representation is essential. We provide free, confidential consultations to evaluate your case.