Concussions:
Often dismissed as "minor," repeated concussions can lead to permanent cognitive decline.
A traumatic brain injury can change everything in a fraction of a second. Unlike other physical injuries that may heal visibly, a TBI affects the very essence of who a person is, impacting their memory, personality, and ability to function independently.
At The Law Offices of David L. Hood, we understand the invisible burdens that TBI survivors and their families carry. Whether the injury resulted from a catastrophic car wreck, a fall, or medical negligence, the road to recovery is often long and expensive. With more than 30 years of experience, attorney David L. Hood and his co-counsel legal team provide the sophisticated advocacy required to quantify “invisible” damages and hold negligent parties accountable.
Brain injuries are rarely straightforward. They are medically classified based on the mechanism of injury and the severity of the damage. Our firm handles cases involving all forms of head trauma:
These occur when a violent jolt or blow to the head causes the brain to strike the inside of the skull without breaking the bone.
The initial impact is often just the beginning. Secondary brain damage refers to physiological processes that occur in the hours or days following the trauma. We work with neurologists to document these complications, which often justify higher compensation:
Insurance companies often try to minimize TBI claims if a victim looks “fine” on the outside. We combat this by building a comprehensive evidentiary file:
In South Carolina, TBI cases may fall under personal injury, workers’ compensation, or medical malpractice law. The general statute of limitations is three years from the date of the injury; however, this can vary if the injury was caused by a government entity or involved a minor. Because brain injuries require extensive medical monitoring to determine the full extent of the damage, it is vital to contact a lawyer early to ensure no deadlines are missed while you focus on healing.
A TBI is a family-wide crisis. You shouldn’t have to worry about legal deadlines while navigating doctors’ appointments and rehabilitation. From our main office in Murrells Inlet to our locations in Spartanburg, Charleston, and Florence, we are here to fight for your future.
Contact The Law Offices of David L. Hood today or reach out online to schedule your free, confidential consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis; you pay nothing unless we win your case.
