If you or someone you love has suffered a traumatic brain injury in North Carolina, you need an experienced North Carolina brain injury lawyer who understands both the medical and legal aspects of your case. You need Dr. Ted Injury Law.

What makes our law firm stand apart? We bring a unique advantage to every brain injury case: Dr. Ted A. Greve, our founder, who is a licensed chiropractor and an experienced personal injury trial lawyer. Although he only practices law now, Dr. Ted’s medical background gives him deep insight into how your injury will affect your recovery, your work, and your life for years to come.

Our brain injury law firm has over 100 years of combined experience handling complicated personal injury cases throughout North Carolina. We fight for maximum compensation for our clients, and you pay nothing unless we win your case. There are no out-of-pocket costs; we handle everything while you focus on healing.

Call the Lawyer Who’s Also a Doctor today for a free, no-obligation consultation about your brain injury claim.

What a Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney in North Carolina Can Do for You

A North Carolina brain injury attorney serves as your advocate and guide through what can be an overwhelming legal process after a serious head injury. Our attorneys at Dr. Ted Injury Law can do the following:

  • Investigate Your Accident Thoroughly – We will gather police reports, medical records, witness statements, and any video footage to build the strongest possible case for you.
  • Calculate the Full Value of Your Claim – Dr. Ted’s medical knowledge allows him to understand the complete picture of your future medical needs, lost wages, and how the injury will affect your daily life.
  • Deal with Insurance Companies – We will handle all communication with insurance adjusters who may try to minimize your injuries or offer less money than you deserve.
  • Prepare Your Case for Trial – While many cases settle out of court, our experienced attorneys are ready to take your case to trial if the insurance company won’t offer the compensation that truly reflects your injuries and losses.

Contact our law firm today to speak with a brain injury attorney in North Carolina. Your consultation is free and fully confidential.

What Compensation Can I Pursue for a Traumatic Brain Injury?

When you suffer brain damage due to someone else’s carelessness, you deserve compensation for everything you’ve lost and will continue to lose. Our attorneys are here to fight for maximum compensation that covers all your losses.

You may be able to recover money for the following:

  • Medical bills, including emergency room visits, hospital stays, surgeries, medications, and doctor appointments
  • Future medical care, such as physical therapy and any long-term care you might need
  • Wages you’ve lost while unable to work
  • Any future income you might lose if your injury prevents you from returning to your job or working at the same level as before
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress

If your loved one died from a brain injury, we can support you in filing a wrongful death lawsuit to demand justice and financial security for your family.

How Long Do I Have to File a Traumatic Brain Injury Lawsuit in North Carolina?

In North Carolina, you generally have three years from the date of your accident to file a brain injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline usually means losing your right to seek compensation forever.

However, some situations can change this timeline. If you didn’t discover your brain injury right away, the clock might start when you first learned about it. For children who suffer brain injuries, different rules may apply. Government claims have much shorter deadlines, sometimes as little as six months.

Because these deadlines are strict and can vary based on your circumstances, you should contact a brain injury lawyer in North Carolina as soon as possible. The sooner we at Dr. Ted Injury Law start working on your case, the stronger we can make it.

What Are the Types of Traumatic Brain Injuries?

Different types of brain injuries can have different effects on your life. Understanding your specific injury helps us fight for the brain injury compensation you deserve. The following are the more common types our lawyers see:

  • Concussions are the most common type of mild brain injury, often resulting from a blow to the head that makes the brain move inside the skull.
  • Contusions are bruises on the brain tissue that can occur when your head hits something hard, causing bleeding and swelling in the brain.
  • Diffuse axonal injuries are the result of the brain moving so violently that nerve fibers tear, which can happen in car accidents when the head snaps forward and back quickly.
  • Penetrating injuries happen when something breaks through the skull and gets into the brain tissue, such as in violent attacks or serious accidents.

What Are Common Causes of Brain Injuries in North Carolina?

Causes of brain injuries in the Tar Heel State vary widely, but certain accidents account for most cases we see at Dr. Ted Injury Law. They include the following:

  • Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents cause many traumatic brain injuries in North Carolina. The force of a collision can cause your head to hit the steering wheel, windshield, or dashboard, or the violent motion alone can injure your brain.
  • Falls are another leading cause, whether from unsafe stairs, wet floors in stores, or dangerous conditions at construction sites.
  • Workplace accidents, especially in construction and manufacturing, can lead to severe head trauma when objects fall or equipment malfunctions.
  • Sports injuries, particularly in contact sports, can cause brain injuries in both children and adults.
  • Violence, including assaults and gunshot wounds, accounts for some of the most life-altering brain injury cases.
  • Medical malpractice during surgery or childbirth can cause brain damage that changes lives forever.

What Are Symptoms of a Traumatic Brain Injury?

Some signs of a traumatic brain injury don’t appear immediately, so you should be alert. Even what seems like a minor bump to the head can lead to serious problems that show up days or weeks later.

Physical symptoms often include the following:

  • Headaches that won’t go away or get worse over time
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Problems with balance
  • Extreme fatigue
  • Sleep disturbances (sleeping much less or much more than usual)
  • Seizures
  • Weakness or numbness in the limbs
  • Clear fluid draining from the nose or ears

Mental and emotional symptoms can be just as severe. You might experience any of the following:

  • Have trouble remembering things
  • Feel confused
  • Have difficulty concentrating
  • Experience mood swings
  • Feel depressed or anxious
  • Undergo personality changes
  • Become angry or aggressive when you never were before

Children with a brain injury might cry constantly, change their eating habits, or lose interest in their favorite toys and activities.

What Are the Long-Term Impacts of a Brain Injury?

The long-term consequences of a brain injury can change every aspect of your life. Dr. Ted’s medical background helps him understand these impacts fully, which strengthens your case for maximum compensation. They include the following:

  • Cognitive Problems – Many people struggle with memory, learning new information, solving problems, and making decisions long after their injury.
  • Physical Disabilities – Some brain injury survivors face permanent weakness, paralysis, chronic pain, or loss of coordination that affects their ability to work and enjoy life.
  • Emotional Challenges – Depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder are common after brain injuries and may require ongoing mental health treatment.
  • Relationship Changes – Brain injuries can strain marriages and friendships when personality changes or care needs alter the dynamics between loved ones.

Your career might suffer if you can’t return to your previous job or need to work reduced hours. Some people require lifelong care or assistance with daily activities. These long-term impacts are why you need attorneys who understand the full scope of your injury and will fight for compensation that truly covers your needs.

What Treatment Is There for a Traumatic Brain Injury?

Treatment for brain injuries often starts with emergency care to prevent further damage. This might include surgery to remove blood clots or relieve pressure in the brain. Medications can help control symptoms like seizures, pain, and anxiety.

Recovery usually involves various types of therapy. Physical therapy helps rebuild strength and coordination. Occupational therapy teaches new ways to handle daily tasks. Speech therapy addresses communication problems. Cognitive therapy works on memory, attention, and problem-solving skills. Many people need psychological counseling to cope with the emotional effects of their injury.

The cost of this treatment adds up quickly, and many people need care for months or years. Our attorneys can seek a settlement or verdict that includes money for all the treatment you need, both now and in the future.

Contact a North Carolina Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer Today

At Dr. Ted Injury Law, we combine medical knowledge with legal experience to fight for the maximum compensation you deserve. Dr. Ted and our experienced attorneys understand exactly how your brain injury will affect your life, your work, and your family’s future. With our 100-plus years of combined experience and Dr. Ted’s unique medical perspective, we’re ready to fight for the compensation and justice you deserve.

Your brain injury has already taken enough from you. Don’t let the insurance companies take advantage of you, too. Call the Lawyer Who’s Also a Doctor today for a free, no-obligation consultation with an experienced North Carolina traumatic brain injury lawyer. You pay nothing — no out-of-pocket costs and no upfront fees — unless we successfully resolve your case.

Don’t be misled — call Dr. Ted!