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Lawyer for Head Injuries and Brain Trauma in Joliet and Throughout Will County

Of the different types of personal injuries that people can suffer, brain injuries are among the most serious, but they are also some of the least understood. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is not always immediately evident, since a person may not experience symptoms right away. However, these injuries can have a long-lasting or permanent impact on a victim’s overall health and well-being. Those who have suffered TBIs due to others’ negligence will need an experienced attorney on their side to determine their best options for recovering financial compensation.

Michael J. Lichner is a highly experienced Joliet traumatic brain injury lawyer who has been providing legal help to injured people for over a decade. He has obtained numerous high-dollar verdicts and settlements for clients who have suffered a wide variety of different types of injuries. If you have suffered a brain injury, our team can investigate your case, gather evidence to show who was responsible and to demonstrate the full impact that your injury has had on your life, and pursue financial compensation from all available sources.

Effects of Traumatic Brain Injuries

TBIs can occur in many different situations, including car crashesslip and falls, or construction site injuries. A blow to the head can result in a concussion, and in mild cases, a person may experience symptoms such as loss of consciousness, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, confusion, or temporary memory loss. These symptoms may not appear until a few days or weeks after the initial injury, and they will usually only last for a short period of time.

In more serious cases involving moderate or severe traumatic brain injuries, a person may experience long-lasting or permanent symptoms that affect their ability to work and complete daily tasks, as well as their overall quality of life. These symptoms may include:

  • Cognitive impairments – A person may experience permanent memory loss and have difficulty forming new memories, leading to a great deal of confusion that can affect their ability to work or care for themselves. A person’s ability to concentrate may also be affected, and they may also experience difficulty speaking or understanding spoken or written language.
  • Physical problems – An injured person may experience impairment to their balance and coordination, as well as sensory issues such as sensitivity to bright lights and loud noises. They may also suffer from chronic headaches or other forms of pain, they may either have trouble sleeping or suffer from extreme fatigue that causes them to sleep more than normal, and they may experience seizures.
  • Emotional issues – Brain injuries can lead to debilitating mood disorders, such as depression or anxiety. A person may experience mood swings or personality changes, or they may suffer from irritability and agitation. These issues may affect an injured person’s relationships with their loved ones while also impacting their ability to work and reducing their enjoyment of life.

In some of the most serious cases, brain injury victims may fall into a coma. Depending on the prognosis and the likelihood that an injured person will recover, family members may have no choice but to take a person off life support, resulting in their wrongful death.

Contact Our Joliet Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer

If you or a member of your family have suffered a traumatic brain injury that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you deserve to receive financial compensation that will help you address the damages you have experienced. Attorney Michael J. Lichner will help you take action to ensure that you are fully compensated for the ways your injury has affected your life. Contact us and arrange a free consultation by calling our office at 815-258-7877. We prosecute traumatic brain injury cases in cities in and around Will County, including but not limited to Mokena, Joliet, Shorewood, Plainfield, Lockport, Bolingbrook, Naperville, New Lenox, Frankfort, Homer Glen, and Romeoville. We also proudly serve personal injury clients in DuPage County, Cook County, and all other Northern Illinois counties.

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How do I know if I have a case?

The most basic grounds for a case are that you’re hurt and it’s someone else’s fault, legally. There are multiple legal standards that may apply.

Most cases are accidents. The party responsible doesn’t necessarily have to have hurt you on purpose. Simple negligence, which is just an unreasonable absence of care, can be enough for the victim to have the right to compensation. In other words, you might have a case, even if it was an accident.

Ask us for your personal consultation. We can learn about what happened in your case and explain how the law may apply.

How will the value of my case be determined?

The purpose of a personal injury case is to compensate you fairly for the losses that you have suffered. That includes financial losses, plus the physical and emotional suffering that goes along with injuries. The question to answer is – What has the personal injury cost you, financially and personally?

There are other factors that may impact the value of a case. Comparative negligence may apply, for example. Punitive damages may be awarded, subject to statutory limitations and requirements for pretrial motion and hearing to amend the complaint. The legal strength of the case may also impact its value.

At your consultation, we look at your specific case and explain how the value of your case may be determined.

Will I have to go to court for my personal injury case?

Most Personal Injury cases don’t go to court, but we’re always ready just in case. In fact, aggressively preparing your case can be exactly what’s needed to reach a fair settlement. We’re always ready to pursue your interests as long as necessary for you to get justice.

It’s normal to be nervous about court. Many people ask us if their case will go to court, hoping that the answer is no. Rest assured that you’re hiring us to represent you. We’ll speak for you to the court. If it’s your turn to testify, we’ll make sure that you’re fully prepared and that you know what to expect.

As your legal representative, Michael L. Lichner works to understand your goals for litigation. He’ll discuss the pros and cons of going to court and help you make the right decisions for your case.

What types of damages can I recover in a personal injury lawsuit?

In a personal injury lawsuit, you can recover damages for the losses you have – financially and personally. You’ll have direct financial losses which may include medical bills, physical therapy, lost wages, and damaged property. You can put in a claim for these expenses.

In addition, when you have a personal injury, you suffer in a lot of ways that can’t be measured directly. For example, you will have physical pain. Injuries may cause mental injury and emotional anguish. Your lifestyle may change. These are real losses, too.

How can I have attorney Michael J. Lichner represent me?

If you’re interested in hiring Michael J. Lichner, contact us. Call or message us, and we’ll take it from there. We offer free consultations and no fee unless we win.

We’ll start with a consultation, answer your questions, and explain how representation works. When you pick us as your representation we’ll get right to work!

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