Currently, there are at least 5.3 million Americans living with a disability because of a brain injury. Every 23 seconds a traumatic brain injury occurs, and in the next year, an average of 1.4 million Americans will sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Approximately, 180,000 North Carolinians are living with challenges of brain injury; this equals the entire population of the city of Fayetteville.
Traumatic brain injury is the signature injury of the current wars and many of the injured Military Service members are returning to their home communities in NC greatly increasing the number of people needing help. Each person with brain injury has unique needs and recovery potential. BIANC seeks appropriate and timely services in order to maximize recovery and provide for an optimal life style for those who have experienced a devastating and life changing TBI.
Founded in 1982 by families and concerned professionals, BIANC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit membership organization that advocates on behalf of individuals with brain injury and their families. A chartered affiliate of the Brain Injury Association of America, BIANC currently has Brain Injury Resource Centers in Raleigh, Charlotte, Greenville, Asheville, and in Winston-Salem.
A traumatic brain injury may occur at any time, anywhere and to anyone. The board certified lawyers at Doehrman Chamberlain are licensed in Indiana and North Carolina but also work on a referral and a co-counsel arrangement throughout the United States. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have devastating, long-term consequences. The medical bills can be enormous and lost wages can make it difficult to cover the cost of living. However, if your injury was caused by another's negligent or careless action, you may have a personal injury claim.
The attorneys at Doehrman Chamberlain are nationally recognized advocates for victims of traumatic brain injuries. We have more than 60 years of combined experience helping injured accident victims secure compensation for their injuries. We are AV-rated* and can help you understand your options so you can make informed decisions regarding your case and your future.
Contact our personal injury firm online or by telephone at 800-269-3443 to speak with our experienced North Carolina traumatic brain injury attorneys.
Traumatic Brain Injuries in North Carolina
A traumatic brain injury can result in a wide range of symptoms. A victim may have psychological changes such as depression or a rapid change in personality. Similarly, a brain injury can damage a person's cognitive functions, making it more difficult to concentrate or remember things. There may also be physical consequences, such a seizures or headaches.
The extent of the injury will depend on the location and size of the damage. At our firm, we can help you investigate the cause of your brain injury and evaluate the past, present and long-term costs for recovery and treatment.
Our founding partners have lectured extensively throughout the country on the complexities of traumatic brain injury claims. We can help you secure compensation for your TBI injuries, such as medical expenses, lost wages and damages for pain and suffering in North Carolina.
Let Us Help You · TBI Lawyers With Experience
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious brain injury due to the careless or negligent actions of another, we are here to help. Contact us today online or by telephone at 800-269-3443 to speak with an experienced Indiana traumatic brain injury (TBI) attorney.
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