Traumatic Brain Injury Attorneys in Utah

Brain injuries can be devastating for victims and their families. People struggling to recover from brain injuries often require long-term treatment and cannot work. Caregivers are left to pick up the pieces, advocate for their loved ones, and struggle to make ends meet. If your loved one suffered a brain injury in an accident that was someone else’s fault, you shouldn’t have to pay out of pocket for medical bills and other expenses. A Utah brain injury lawyer from Swenson & Shelley can help you pursue the compensation your loved one needs.

At Swenson & Shelley, we have years of experience representing victims of catastrophic brain injuries in Utah. We have the resources and determination to pursue maximum compensation to help your loved one get the care they need both now and in the future.

Contact us today for a free, no-obligation case review with a dedicated Utah brain injury lawyer. Our firm is committed to the relentless pursuit of justice for accident victims.™

Can You File a Personal Injury Claim After a Traumatic Brain Injury in Utah?

You may be entitled to file a personal injury claim if the traumatic brain injury was caused by another party’s careless actions. For example, you may be able to pursue a claim against a negligent driver who caused a crash or a grocery store that allowed a slippery floor to result in a fall.

In addition to proving that someone else was at fault, you’ll have to show the losses suffered. Those losses might include medical bills, lost income, future care needs, or pain and suffering.

A Utah Brain Injury Lawyer Can Take the Pressure Off You

While you and your family are focused on recovering, let a Utah brain injury lawyer from Swenson & Shelley go to work for you. We can pursue the compensation and justice you deserve from those responsible for the injury. You can expect our attorneys to help you with your case by:

Discussing what to expect at each stage of the case so you know what’s happening and feel confident in how everything is being handled
Investigating the accident that led to the injury and securing evidence we can use to prepare a personal injury case
Identifying the parties who can be held liable
Documenting all injuries, disabilities, expenses, and losses so that we know what fair compensation should be
Filing claims on your behalf with the at-fault parties and their insurers, aggressively pursuing settlement negotiations for maximum compensation
Taking the case to trial when litigation is needed to recover full compensation

After a serious accident, you should be focused on healing, not a legal battle. Let our trusted Utah brain injury lawyers handle every aspect of your legal claim. Contact us today for a free consultation.

How Family Members Can Help Brain Injury Survivors

Family members of a brain injury victim can help their loved one throughout the treatment and recovery process.

Immediately after the injuryFamily members can help a loved one immediately after a brain injury by looking after their loved one’s household (including taking in pets or moving vehicles if necessary) and collecting their loved one’s insurance and financial information to begin applying for insurance benefits or government services.

During early rehabilitationDuring a brain injury survivor’s early recovery and rehabilitation, family members can help by consulting with their loved one’s treatment team to see if their loved one might benefit from items from home or other audiovisual cues to help them reorient. Family members can also take this time to learn exercises they can help their loved one with when they return home to reinforce their rehabilitation efforts.

Upon returning homeA brain injury survivor will likely need the most help from family members upon being discharged from inpatient care/rehabilitation. They may still have significant difficulties with personal care or other daily tasks. Family members can not only provide physical assistance but also help with organization and provide positive reinforcement.

Long termIn the months and years following a moderate to severe brain injury, family members can help a loved one by encouraging them to take part in social and recreational activities and assisting them with returning to school or work. Family members can also take the lead in applying for programs to help pay for the medical and personal care services their loved one may need.

What Are Some Common Causes of Brain Injuries?

There are many types of accidents that can result in brain injury claims, including:

What Is Your Traumatic Brain Injury Case Worth?

Through a brain injury claim, victims can pursue payment for expenses and losses such as:

Medical expenses, including emergency care, surgery or other procedures, physical/occupational therapy, psychotherapy, prescriptions, or medical/mobility/assistive devices
Costs of long-term care for permanent disabilities caused by a brain injury
Lost income or loss of future earning ability and employment benefits if you cannot work
Pain and suffering
Reduced quality of life or life expectancy

Brain injury cases are particularly unique. There is no way to know at the outset what your case could be worth. You need an attorney who will take the time to understand your injury, the challenges you are facing, and how your life will be affected in the long run.

What Are the Symptoms of a Traumatic Brain Injury?

Symptoms of traumatic brain injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injury. Mild TBIs can cause symptoms such as:

Brief loss of consciousness lasting for a few seconds to a few minutes
Headache
Nausea/vomiting
Fatigue or drowsiness
Speech problems
Dizziness or balance issues
Blurred vision
Ringing in the ears

A bad taste in the mouth
Sensitivity to light and/or sound
Feeling dazed, confused, and/or disoriented
Memory/concentration problems
Mood changes or swings
Depression or anxiety
Sleeping issues, such as difficulty falling asleep or sleeping more than normal

Moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries can cause symptoms such as:

Loss of consciousness lasting several minutes to several hours
Coma
Persistent nausea and vomiting
Persistent or worsening headache
Convulsions/seizures
Dilated pupils
Clear fluid draining from the ears or the nose

Weakness or numbness in fingers and toes
Coordination issues
Confusion
Agitation or unusual behavior
Slurred speech
Inability to be awoken from sleep

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What Is the Time Limit for Filing a Brain Injury Lawsuit in Utah?

In Utah, the statute of limitations identifies the time you have to file a lawsuit after a brain injury. Typically, you have only four years from the date that you suffered a brain injury to file suit. This may seem like plenty of time at first. But you should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible after an accident to ensure your rights are preserved.

What to Expect in the Treatment for a Traumatic Brain Injury

Treatment for a TBI will vary depending on the severity of the injury. For example, mild TBIs may initially require just rest and over-the-counter pain medications for headaches. However, if you’ve been diagnosed with a mild TBI, you must be monitored for the next few days for persistent or worsening symptoms, which may mean you were more severely injured than you initially thought.

Moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries require immediate medical attention. Initial treatment for moderate to severe TBIs may include:

Stabilization of the head and neck to prevent further injury
Blood transfusions and/or supplemental oxygen
Medications, including anti-seizure drugs and diuretics to help reduce brain swelling or coma-inducing drugs to reduce the brain’s need for oxygen while damage is repaired and heals
Surgical procedures performed to remove blood clots, stop uncontrolled bleeding, repair skull fractures, or open a window in the skull to help relieve pressure on the brain

After a brain injury has stabilized, an injured victim may require rehabilitation for disabilities that may have been caused by the brain injury. Rehabilitation services may include:

Physical therapy to help with mobility and balance
Occupational therapy to relearn fine motor control or to build skills to perform everyday tasks
Speech and language therapy to help relearn speech and understanding of the written and spoken word
Psychotherapy to help with behavioral changes or to address depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues that may occur as a secondary consequence of a brain injury

Common Types of Brain Injury Cases We See

At Swenson & Shelley, we have represented clients who have suffered:

Concussions, a common brain injury that occurs when the brain strikes the inside of the skull, causing temporary changes in brain function
Edema, or brain swelling
Diffuse axonal injuries, characterized by shearing of nerve cells in the brain, which impairs their function and may cause brain tissue to swell
Hematomas, or a pooling of blood in and around the brain due to ruptured blood vessels
Skull fractures
Hemorrhages, or profuse bleeding
Hypoxic/anoxic brain injuries, caused by a reduction or cutoff in blood and/or oxygen flow to the brain

Get Help from a Dedicated Utah Brain Injury Attorney Now

Contact Swenson & Shelley today for a free review of your case. A Utah brain injury lawyer from our firm can answer all your questions, help you understand your rights, and be your voice during this difficult time.