We have a saying that goes "When you hire the Kemmy Law Firm, you don't just hire one lawyer, you hire a team of lawyers." Tom Kemmy is an award-winning and board certified personal injury lawyer who has been practicing injury law since 1986. His sons are experienced personal injury lawyers and former prosecutors that represented the State of Texas against murderers, thieves, drug traffickers, and violent criminals. We put our combined experience and knowledge in the pursuit of one goal, to win and obtain maximum justice for our client.
Do I Need a Brain Injury Lawyer?
A TBI is caused by trauma to the head. Specifically, a TBI can be triggered by violent shaking caused by the force of an accident, which violently sends the brain crashing into the inside of the skull. An object directly hitting the head, possibly going through the skull and hitting the brain, can also cause a TBI.
If you only suffer a minor concussion after an accident involving violent shaking or a blow to the head, you should be able to recover quickly and can likely handle any insurance claims yourself. You probably don’t need assistance from an attorney. However, if your condition worsens or you realize you have suffered more significant consequences because of a brain injury, you should reach out to our team at Kemmy Law Firm, P.C..
Even when a brain injury is clearly more serious, you may be thinking about negotiating with the insurance company yourself and taking a quick settlement to pay bills and make up for lost income. Remember that the settlement agreement you sign likely can’t be unsigned. Over the years, we have talked to many people who agreed to initial settlement offers without consulting legal counsel. As time passed, these settlement amounts proved to be not nearly enough.
When in doubt, talk it out with a legal professional. The insurance company will know you’re serious if you retain a brain injury attorney with trial experience. We won’t tolerate lowball offers and will fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
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$20 MILLION Oil and gas case involving significant economic harm
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$19.4 MILLION Jury Verdict Wrongful Death of an elderly woman at Assisted Living facility.
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$13.5 MILLION Jury Verdict Patient paralyzed after nurses failed to tell a doctor about a change in condition
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$8 MILLION Young college student suffers brain injury from negligent conduct
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$7.5 MILLION West texas woman becomes brain injured when basic safety rules were not followed
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$6.2 MILLION Jury Verdict Marine veteran suffers catastrophic harm after a dangerous fall
All of our clients have families of their own. They are decent, hardworking people, and come to uswith complex business issues or because their lives have been changed by a catastrophic injury.
Recognizing the Symptoms of a Brain Injury
In the aftermath of an accident, brain injuries can sometimes remain undetected for days or more due to their subtle onset and delayed presentation of symptoms. Unlike visible physical injuries, the effects of a brain injury may not be immediately noticeable, making it crucial to be vigilant in monitoring for known symptoms.
The symptoms of a moderate to severe TBI can include:
- Being unconscious for several minutes to hours
- Persistent headache or one that gets worse
- Vomiting or nausea
- Convulsions or seizures
- One or both pupils of the eyes are dilated
- Clear fluids draining from the nose or ears
- Inability to wake up after sleeping
- Weakness or numbness in fingers and toes
- Lost coordination
- Profound confusion
- Agitation or combativeness
- Slurred speech
If you or someone you love are experiencing these symptoms after suffering head trauma in an accident, you should not wait to get medical attention. You can go to the Covenant Health Hobbs Hospital, which offers emergency services, diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, and surgical services, or any other emergency medical facility in or near Hobbs.
What Is the Statute of Limitations for a Brain Injury Claim in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, you have three years from the date you sustained your brain injury to file a personal injury claim. If you miss this deadline, you will likely be unable to pursue compensation, no matter the strength of your case. That is why you should reach out to our team at Kemmy Law Firm, P.C. as soon as possible.
How to Prove Your Traumatic Brain Injury
Below are some of the types of evidence we may leverage to establish the scope of your injury and its impacts.
Every personal injury claim hinges on the ability to prove the at-fault party’s negligence. You might have enough evidence to show that the at-fault party owed you a duty of care, they breached this duty, and this breach of duty caused your injuries, resulting in monetary damages. However, gathering additional evidence proving the extent of your damages could help you not only win your claim but also allow you to secure enough compensation to recover. Your TBI may require ongoing medical care to recover fully, not to mention emotional symptoms, such as depression and anxiety, that are commonly seen in these cases.
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CT Scans
Doctors use CT (computed tomography) scans to diagnose potential TBI patients and determine the severity of the condition and treatment options. These scans are vital to your recovery and might even save your life. They are used to detect bleeding around the brain and brain swelling, both of which require emergency surgery. Your doctor’s CT scan could reveal that you have significant brain damage following your accident or injury.
Doctors also use a technique called brain mapping where they can identify areas of the brain impacted by your TBI. Through brain mapping, studies have shown that an injury to one area of the brain can affect the nerve cells of the whole brain.
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Medical ExpertsThe brain is one of the most complex organs in the human body, and you need a medical expert to accurately diagnose a TBI. Neuroradiologists are medical experts who specialize in injuries related to the brain, spine, head, and neck. These experts can be called upon to interpret CT scans, MRIs, and other medical evaluations that prove the existence and extent of your TBI.
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Witness TestimonyIn addition to a medical expert’s testimony, your own family and friends can testify about how your TBI has impacted your life. They might state how your behavior before your accident changed dramatically after your injury. They may reinforce the fact that you are finding it hard to navigate life and now suffer from chronic behavioral issues, such as memory loss or aggression.
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Mental Health ExpertsTo provide further evidence of the emotional changes you feel after your injury, you may recruit a mental health expert in your case. Receiving a psychological evaluation could reveal that you are clinically depressed, anxious, or experiencing fits of rage — common symptoms associated with brain damage.
We Take TBI Cases to Trial and Win
We are successful negotiators because we prepare for trial – and the insurance companies know that. An important part of litigation is the discovery process, where both sides share information, documents, and testimony. It’s a critical time where both parties “put their cards on the table” so everyone is aware of the strengths and weaknesses of the case.
Our brain injury attorneys in Hobbs, NM, understand how to build strong cases and take insurance companies to task. If the insurance company doesn’t cooperate, we aren’t afraid to go to court to get you what you need in the long run.
We are available 24/7, so do not wait to call (830) 264-6297 or contact us online to discuss your TBI claim.
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