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Have You Suffered a Brain Injury in Cleveland, TN?

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have devastating consequences, affecting your health, finances, and future. Whether your injury was caused by a car accident, fall, or another act of negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. A TBI attorney in Cleveland can help you navigate the legal process and fight for financial support.

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Cleveland Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer

A traumatic brain injury isn’t just another injury—it can affect your ability to work, enjoy life, and even perform everyday tasks. Recovery often involves expensive medical treatments, rehabilitation, and long-term care. If someone else’s negligence caused your TBI, you shouldn’t have to bear the financial burden alone.

At The McMahan Law Firm, our traumatic brain injury lawyers in Cleveland, TN have a track record of successfully representing TBI victims. We fight for maximum compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and future care. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, don’t wait—contact us today for a free consultation.

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You Deserve Justice

If you suffered a TBI because someone else was reckless and caused your accident, you could be entitled to compensation for your losses.

We Make It Easy

It only takes one call to get Jay & Brent on your case today. You’ve been through a lot. Let us work for you while you focus on recovering.

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At The McMahan Law Firm, you don’t have to pay upfront or hidden fees for our services. In fact, you won’t owe us anything unless we win for you.

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Just because it’s on a billboard doesn’t mean it’s the best option. Lawyers who shell out all that money for billboard ads are all talk and no substance. You and your family deserve the legal aid only a board-certified attorney can give you. Attorneys Jay, Brent, and Herbert at The McMahan Law Firm are Board Certified Civil Trial Specialists by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. We have the knowledge and experience you can trust to help you seek maximum compensation for your losses.

Different Types of TBI

TBIs vary in severity and impact, affecting victims in different ways.

  • Concussions – The most common TBI, and often caused by falls, car accidents, or sports injuries. While typically classified as mild, repeated concussions can lead to long-term brain damage.
  • Contusions (Brain Bruising) – These occur when direct trauma to the head causes localized bleeding in the brain tissue, sometimes requiring surgical removal.
  • Penetrating Brain Injuries – When an object (such as debris from a crash or a bullet) penetrates the skull, leading to severe and often life-threatening damage.
  • Diffuse Axonal Injuries (DAI) – These result from rapid head movement, such as in high-speed car accidents, causing tearing in brain structures and often leading to comas or permanent impairment.
  • Hematomas & Hemorrhages – Internal bleeding within the brain that can lead to pressure buildup, requiring emergency medical intervention.

If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury due to someone else’s careless or reckless actions, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses and long-term care.

Brain Injury Causes

A traumatic brain injury can result from many different accidents, often due to someone else’s negligence.

  • The sudden impact from a car crash can cause the brain to strike the skull, leading to concussions or more severe injuries.
  • Falls, especially among the elderly and workers, are one of the leading causes of brain injuries.
  • Construction and industrial workers face a higher risk due to falling objects and hazardous environments.
  • Contact sports and high-impact activities can cause repeated concussions, leading to long-term brain damage.
  • Assaults, gunshot wounds, or other violent incidents can result in penetrating brain injuries or severe trauma.

Symptoms of TBI

  • Headache, dizziness, and nausea
  • Blurred vision, ringing in the ears
  • Temporary memory loss or confusion

  • Persistent headaches or migraines
  • Loss of consciousness for extended periods
  • Speech difficulties, loss of coordination
  • Personality changes, mood swings, or depression

If you or a loved one is experiencing TBI symptoms after an accident, seek medical attention immediately. A brain injury attorney in Cleveland can help you recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and ongoing care.

TBIs Affect Victims’ Families, Too

A traumatic brain injury doesn’t just impact the victim—it affects their loved ones as well. Families often take on unexpected financial and emotional burdens, including:

  • Becoming a caregiver – Many TBI victims require long-term medical care, therapy, or assistance with daily tasks.
  • Financial strain – Medical expenses, rehabilitation, and lost income can create financial hardships for families.
  • Emotional distress – Personality changes, memory loss, and cognitive difficulties can be devastating for both the victim and their loved ones.

If your family is struggling due to a brain injury caused by someone else’s negligence, you have legal options. An attorney can help you pursue compensation to ease the financial strain and secure the resources needed for long-term care.

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Compensation for Brain Injury Victims

The average payout for a traumatic brain injury varies widely based on severity, long-term impact, and liability. While minor cases may settle for tens of thousands of dollars, severe TBIs leading to permanent disability can result in multi-million-dollar settlements or verdicts.

Compensation may cover:

  • Hospital stays, surgeries, rehabilitation, medications, and long-term care.
  • Lost wages and reduced earning potential, if you are unable to work temporarily or permanently due to your injury.
  • Compensation for physical pain, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life.
  • Disability-related costs, such as home modifications, assistive devices, and in-home care.
  • Loss of consortium: The impact the injury has on your relationships and family life.

Determining the full value of your claim requires strong evidence and legal advocacy. A brain injury lawyer in Cleveland can assess your case and fight for full compensation. Contact The McMahan Law Firm today for a free consultation.

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Treatment for Brain Injuries

The recovery process for a traumatic brain injury depends on the severity of the damage, the individual’s response to treatment, and the quality of care received. Unfortunately, there are many myths about brain injuries, including the misconception that mild TBIs don’t require medical attention. In reality, even seemingly minor brain injuries can have long-term effects, making proper treatment essential.

Delaying treatment can lead to worsening symptoms and complications.

The Importance of Hiring a Lawyer

A brain injury lawyer can:

  • Investigate the cause of your injury and gather evidence to prove negligence.
  • Negotiate with insurance companies that often try to deny or undervalue claims.
  • Calculate the full value of your claim, considering medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and long-term care needs.
  • Ensure your case is filed on time, as missing legal deadlines can prevent you from recovering compensation.
  • Take your case to court if necessary, fighting for maximum compensation if a fair settlement isn’t offered.

Having our advocates on your side ensures you have the legal support needed to focus on recovery. Don’t face this battle alone—contact The McMahan Law Firm today for a free consultation and let us fight for you.

How Do You Prove Negligence Caused a TBI

To establish liability, a brain injury lawyer will work to prove the following elements:

  1. Duty of Care: The responsible party had a legal obligation to act in a way that prevents harm (e.g., drivers following traffic laws or property owners maintaining safe conditions).
  2. Breach of Duty: The at-fault party failed to meet that obligation through reckless or careless actions, such as speeding, failing to fix hazards, or ignoring safety regulations.
  3. Causation: Clear evidence must show that the brain injury was directly caused by the negligent act, whether it was a car accident, slip and fall, or workplace incident.
  4. Damages: The injury must have resulted in measurable losses, such as medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, and pain and suffering.

Proving negligence can be complex, and insurance companies will often try to shift blame or downplay your injury. Our TBI attorneys in Cleveland, TN will gather medical records, accident reports, expert testimony, and other key evidence to build a strong case. If you need help pursuing compensation, give us a call.

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Contact The McMahan Law Firm Before the Deadline

In Tennessee, the statute of limitations for most personal injury cases, including TBIs, is 1 year from the date of the injury. Missing this deadline could mean losing your right to sue for compensation.

Waiting too long can also weaken your case, as evidence disappears and witness statements become less reliable. The sooner you speak with a lawyer, the better your chances of securing full and fair compensation.

At The McMahan Law Firm, we have decades of experience representing brain injury victims and their families, and we are here to help you too.

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