What is a brain injury?

A traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a blow or jolt to the head that disrupts brain function. Injuries can range from mild to severe and may result in short-term problems or in long-term disabilities that seriously impair the victim's future quality of life.

How do I determine who is responsible for my brain injury?

If you sustained a brain injury because of negligence or an accidental injury, determining who is responsible can be confusing. For example, if you were injured in an automobile accident (link to car accident page) with a drunk driver, the other driver, the car manufacturer, the owner of a bar, and even the government agency responsible for the roads might be liable for your injury. A good personal injury lawyer will research the accident and determine which of these parties are responsible.

How can a personal injury lawyer help with your brain injury case?

Unlike many accidental injuries, brain injuries can affect the injured person for the rest of their life. If you've been diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury, you may require expensive on-going medical treatment, physical therapy, occupation therapy, rehabilitation or other long-term special services. If your brain injury was caused by the negligence or wrongful act of another, a lawyer will help you get the financial resources that you need to pay for your care.

What kind of compensation can I get for my brain injury?

The law provides fair and full compensation for the losses of those who were wrongfully injured or killed. Compensation may include payment for the costs of past and future medical and rehabilitation services, as well as for lost income, loss of earning capacity, loss of enjoyment of life, and pain and suffering. But, insurance companies don't want to pay this money. Before you accept a settlement, call a lawyer. They can help you determine of the amount is adequate to meet all your needs. Injury victims with lawyers tend to receive much larger settlements than those without.

How do I choose an attorney?

Choosing an attorney can have a big impact on your financial future. An attorney with experience in brain injury cases will be able to anticipate your future medical needs as well as recovering the costs of medical expenses that you've already incurred. He will understand the impact of brain injury on your future employment prospects and on your quality of life. He must take all these factors into account in order to get you a fair settlement.

Attorney Lawrence Land has successfully represented injured Virginians for over 33 years. Lawrence understands the cognitive, emotional, physical, behavioral and social difficulties that those who have suffered brain injuries may experience, and will work with you to make sure all your needs are met.


What if I can't afford a lawyer?

Many people take the settlement offered by the insurance companies because they feel that they can't afford an attorney. When you hire Lawrence Land, you pay nothing out of your own pocket. Our fee is contingent on getting a positive result for you. If we don't get you a settlement, you don't pay.

How do I start?

Contact Lawrence today for a free consultation at (757) 625-1911 or (757) 442-7272 or (800) 800-1911, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week . He'll discuss your injury and your needs and see how he can best help you.