Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Lawyer in Savannah, Georgia
Concussions and closed-head injuries can hide serious damage that shows up weeks later.
Traumatic brain injuries don't always look severe from the outside. A concussion from a car accident or fall might seem minor at first, only for symptoms like memory loss, mood changes, chronic headaches, or cognitive difficulties to appear days or weeks later. Insurance companies often use this delayed presentation to argue that a brain injury wasn't caused by the accident at all.
We work closely with neurologists and neuropsychologists to document the connection between an accident and a brain injury, even when initial imaging appears normal. TBI cases require patience and thorough medical evidence, since the true scope of a brain injury often isn't clear until months into recovery.
Common Causes of Brain Injury in Savannah
- Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
- Falls, particularly involving an impact to the head
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
- Sports and recreational accidents
- Workplace accidents involving falling objects or falls from height
- Assaults and violent incidents on inadequately secured property
Common Injuries We See
- Concussion and post-concussion syndrome
- Diffuse axonal injury
- Skull fractures
- Intracranial hemorrhage
- Chronic traumatic encephalopathy in cases of repeated head trauma
- Permanent cognitive and behavioral changes
Local Context: What Makes Savannah Cases Different
We coordinate with neurologists and neuropsychological testing specialists to document the full impact of a brain injury on our Savannah clients, particularly in cases where initial emergency room imaging showed no visible abnormality but symptoms persisted or worsened over time.
Traumatic brain injury claims follow Georgia's two-year statute of limitations under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33. Because TBI symptoms can take time to fully manifest, prompt and thorough medical documentation is essential to connecting the injury to the accident.
Compensation You May Be Entitled To
- Neurological and neuropsychological treatment costs
- Cognitive rehabilitation and therapy
- Lost wages, including reduced capacity to return to prior work
- Pain and suffering, including the emotional toll of cognitive changes
- Long-term care costs for severe brain injuries
- Family impact and loss of consortium damages
Insurance companies often move quickly to protect themselves after an accident. Evidence can disappear, memories fade, and legal deadlines apply. The sooner you speak with our office, the more we can do to protect your claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Choose Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C. for Your Brain Injury Case in Savannah
We've represented injured Georgians for decades, and our Savannah office focuses on the specific roads, courts, and hazards that make Chatham County cases unique. We handle the insurance company, the paperwork, and the legal deadlines — you focus on recovering. There's no fee unless we win your case.