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Otten Law Offices

952-303-0702

Experienced Personal Injury Representation In The Twin Cities’ South Metro

Burnsville Head And Brain Injury Lawyer

Last updated on April 23, 2025

Suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or head injury can lead to serious symptoms that affect many parts of your life. You may be unable to work or care for yourself and your family. Tasks that were once simple may be hard or impossible to do. Some people with a TBI need around-the-clock care and may need to be in a long-term care facility. 

At Otten Law Offices, we understand that suffering a TBI or living with a family member who has one can be difficult. In either situation, your life may be radically different from what it was prior to the injury. To compensate for your financial and physical losses, you will need considerable damages from the negligent party. Let us help you with the process of filing a claim with the insurance company. For a free consultation, call us in Burnsville at 952-303-0702 today.

The Most Frequent Causes Of TBI And Head Injuries

The CDC estimates that nearly 2.8 million people in the U.S. suffer brain injuries every year. Of these cases, around 69,000 people die from their injuries. 

There are many ways people can suffer a TBI or head injury, including:

Let us know if you do not see the cause of your injury listed, and we’ll discuss your case.

Damages You May Be Entitled To Recover

If your injury was the result of another party’s negligence, you may be able to recover compensation for your economic and noneconomic losses. These can vary based on the specifics of the injury but may cover:

  • Past and future medical expenses
  • Long-term facilities or daily caregivers
  • Past and future lost income and benefits
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Modifications to your home and vehicles
  • Loss of contributions to the household

In the event of a wrongful death, the family may recover damages for the funeral and burial costs, any conscious pain and suffering the person experienced prior to death, and the loss of counsel, which includes personal losses and the loss of noneconomic contributions to the household.

TBI And Head Injury FAQ

What are the signs of a traumatic brain injury?

Symptoms of a TBI or head injury are often initially overlooked by the injury victim, their family and even doctors. It is important to know that you do not have to hit your head on anything to suffer a TBI or concussion. Just a hard blow to the body is enough to bounce the brain off your skull and cause an injury.

Signs of a TBI can include:

  • Headaches
  • Blurred vision
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Difficulty walking
  • Forgetfulness
  • Mood swings
  • Personality changes
  • Drowsiness
  • Difficulty speaking
  • Loss of dexterity 

You may have additional symptoms that are not mentioned here. In the most serious cases, a TBI results in permanent disability, coma or death.

How can a lawyer help with a catastrophic injury case?

An experienced catastrophic injury attorney is invaluable in these cases. They will explain your rights and options given the circumstances of your case. If you have a viable case, they will investigate the cause of your injury or the death of your loved one to determine who is liable for your losses.

One of the most important things a lawyer will do for you is to value your losses and calculate the past, present and future compensation you will need. We are very involved in our clients’ cases, which allows us to understand what they need today and in the years ahead. This critical step must be taken, or else it is unlikely that your family will have the resources it needs in the future.

Head Trauma Claims Are Complex, But We Can Help

Contact our compassionate Minnesota brain injury lawyer today at 952-303-0702 or online through our website. Your consultation is free, and you owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for you.