Mark Roman | August 9, 2017 | Brain Injuries

Sustaining a brain injury can have serious long-term consequences. While some injuries heal within a number of months, others can last a lifetime. With more than 50 years of combined experience, Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers has represented hundreds of clients seeking compensation for brain injuries. Whatever your situation, our Clearwater brain injury attorneys can discuss your case and help you seek a favorable outcome.

The long-term costs of brain injuries vary depending on the severity and classification of the trauma:

  1. Mild Brain Injuries. While classified as mild, these injuries cause a variety of symptoms that can last several months. Symptoms include headaches, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, poor concentration, ringing in the ears, and sensitivity to light and loud noise. It is estimated that long-term medical costs for mild brain injuries is around $95,000.
  2. Moderate Brain Injuries. These injuries are classified by a loss of consciousness between 20 minutes and 6 hours. Symptoms include physical, behavioral, and cognitive impairment. While some symptoms last only a few months, others can last for years. Permanent cognitive and behavioral impairments, such as personality changes and memory loss, are also possible. For moderate brain injuries, the cost for long-term treatment and care is estimated at more than $940,000.
  3. Severe Brain Injuries. Severe brain injuries are classified as a loss of consciousness for more than 6 hours. Symptoms of severe brain injuries include coma, minimally responsive state, and vegetative state. These injuries can permanently affect emotion, cognitive function, sensation, and motor function. While the cost varies for each patient, it is estimated that long-term medical treatment and care for a severe brain injury can cost around $3 million.

Contact the Clearwater Brain Injury Law Firm of Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers for Help Today

For more information, please contact the legal team of Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers for a free initial consultation with a brain injury lawyer in Clearwater. We have five convenient locations in Florida: Clearwater, New Port Richey, and Tampa.

We serve throughout Pinellas County, Hillsborough County, Pasco County, and its surrounding areas:

Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers – Clearwater Office
1811 N. Belcher Road, Suite I-1
Clearwater, FL 33765
(727) 787-2500

Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers – Congress Ave Office
2360 Congress Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33763
(727) 591-5610

Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers – Tampa Office
6601 Memorial Hwy Suite 202
Tampa, FL 33615
(813) 686-7588

Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers – New Port Richey Office
2515 Seven Springs Blvd.
New Port Richey, FL, 34655
(727) 815-8442