When you suffer a brain injury, it can impact every area of your life. You may have trouble remembering, concentrating, reading, or even writing. Basic tasks like bathing and dressing may also become difficult. The effects can be long-lasting and ongoing, which is why many people look for a way to recover the financial losses from their brain injury. That’s where a brain injury claim comes in.
A brain injury claim in Medford allows you to ask an insurance company to compensate you for any expenses related to your brain injury that is not covered by your healthcare plan or another source of insurance.
Who is Eligible for the Claim?
A brain injury may happen in different ways. However, to be eligible for a brain injury claim, you will be asked to demonstrate the following:
1. You sustained an injury because of direct negligence
2. Breach of duty that led to brain injury
3. The defendant owed you a legal duty of care
Evidence to Support the Claim
Claims for brain injury in Medford can be far more complex to have a reasonable chance of success. Involving a solicitor is essential before you file for a brain injury claim. However, to support a claim you may need the following information.
– Medical history and records, including initial diagnosis and treatment
– The police report, if there was an accident that resulted in your injury
– Witness statements or photos of the accident scene
– Details about how the injury has impacted your life
Time Limit for Claiming Compensation
You have three years to claim compensation from the injury date. However, there are several exceptions to that. For example, if the injury survivor is a kid or not able to handle legal affairs.
How Much Compensate Can You Secure?
There is no way to know how much compensation you’ll receive from a claim until you file it. That said, the amount is dependent on several factors, like the evidence presented or the severity of the injury. However, you can do a few things, like hiring a good lawyer, to negotiate a good portion for you to increase the amount you receive.
No one plans to sustain a brain injury, but they do happen. If you have suffered a brain injury because of someone else, it is helpful to know that you can file a compensation claim and you can win.
Contact Black, Chapman, Petersen, & Stevens for more details.
