Editor's note: This post was originally published on June 22, 2021, and has been updated for accuracy and relevance.
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can alter the course of your life in a matter of seconds. Beyond the initial physical trauma, one of the most common and most disruptive effects is memory loss. This cognitive impairment can make it difficult to keep a job, maintain personal and professional relationships, manage daily responsibilities, and live with the same level of independence you once had.
For many TBI survivors, memory loss is not just forgetting names or misplacing items; it can mean losing the ability to remember conversations, important appointments, or even the details of the accident that caused the injury. These changes often require significant lifestyle adjustments, ongoing medical care, and emotional support.
How Memory Loss After a TBI Can Affect Your Case
Memory problems after a traumatic brain injury are not just frustrating or inconvenient; they can reshape every aspect of your personal, professional, and financial future. They also play a critical role in how your legal case is built and the compensation you may receive.
Documenting the Injury
Memory loss can be difficult to prove without thorough medical evidence. That’s why we work closely with neurologists, neuropsychologists, and rehabilitation specialists to perform in-depth cognitive testing. These evaluations measure your ability to recall events, retain new information, and carry out daily activities. Detailed medical records and expert testimony help establish the severity of your condition and its connection to the accident, creating a strong foundation for your claim.
Proving Negligence
One of the biggest challenges TBI victims face is being unable to recall the events leading to their injury. If you cannot remember key details of the accident, we step in to fill those gaps. Our legal team gathers witness statements, analyzes accident reports, secures surveillance footage, and, when necessary, brings in accident reconstruction experts. These resources allow us to paint a clear, factual picture of what happened, even if you can’t provide that account yourself.
Calculating Damages
Memory loss can impact your ability to work, manage finances, and care for yourself, sometimes permanently. We factor in all related costs, including:
- Ongoing medical treatment such as cognitive therapy or neurology follow-ups.
- Vocational rehabilitation to help you retrain for a new career if your previous work is no longer possible.
- Assistive technology like reminder devices, organizational apps, or in-home support services to help with daily tasks.
- Long-term care if your condition requires permanent assistance.
By fully documenting these needs, we ensure your claim reflects not just your current expenses but also the lifetime financial impact of your injury.
Time Limits for Filing an Injury Claim in Louisiana
In most Louisiana personal injury cases, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline could mean losing your right to compensation. If you or a loved one has suffered a TBI, it’s critical to speak with a lawyer immediately.
Memory loss after a traumatic brain injury can make it harder to tell your story, but we’re here to make sure it’s heard. Contact MGM Attorneys in Baton Rouge for a free consultation. We’ll listen, investigate, and fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.
