personal injury lawyers<\/a> at Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys early gives your case the best foundation possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDamages You Can Recover After a Plano TBI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Texas law allows TBI victims to pursue both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are the financial losses you can document, such as medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, and future lost earning capacity. Non-economic damages cover the human losses that do not come with a receipt, including pain and suffering, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
TBI cases often involve enormous economic damages. A severe TBI may require emergency surgery, an extended stay at a facility like Medical City Plano, ongoing neurological care, physical therapy, cognitive rehabilitation, and in-home assistance for years or even a lifetime. Those costs add up fast, and any settlement or judgment must account for future needs, not just the bills already paid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 139 governs structured settlements in cases involving incapacitated persons or those with substantial disability. Under Section 139.002, this chapter applies to claims where the personal injury has resulted in the substantial disablement of the injured person. If a structured settlement offer is made, Section 139.101 requires the offer to be made in writing and presented to the claimant’s attorney. Your attorney must then advise you on the terms, conditions, and appropriateness of that settlement under Section 139.102. This matters because a lump sum may not always serve a TBI victim’s long-term financial needs as well as a structured payment plan would.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Punitive damages are also possible in cases involving gross negligence or intentional misconduct. If a drunk driver caused your TBI, for example, a court may award additional damages designed to punish that conduct. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on the specific facts and applicable law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Two-Year Deadline That Could End Your Case<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Texas law gives most TBI victims two years to file a lawsuit. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003(a), personal injury claims must be filed within two years. Miss that deadline, and a court will almost certainly dismiss your case, no matter how strong your evidence is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A statute of limitations is the time limit in which a lawsuit must be filed. If you do not file your lawsuit during the statute of limitations period, you will likely not be able to pursue your claim in court because the statute of limitations has expired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The clock generally starts on the day of the accident. That means a crash on Loop 288 in Denton today gives you until the same date two years from now to file suit. Waiting until the last few months creates serious risk. Medical records take time to gather. Expert witnesses need time to review your case. Negotiations with insurance carriers can drag on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some limited exceptions can pause the clock. Texas tolls the statute of limitations for two categories of individuals: those under 18 years old and people who are mentally incapacitated or “of unsound mind” when the cause of action accrues, under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.001. A severe TBI that leaves a victim mentally incapacitated may qualify for this exception, but courts apply these rules narrowly. Never assume an exception applies without confirming it with an attorney.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If a government entity, such as a city of Plano vehicle or a Denton County agency, played a role in causing your TBI, additional notice requirements apply. Under the Texas Tort Claims Act, written notice of the claim must be provided to the governmental body within six months of the incident. Missing that notice requirement can end your claim even before the two-year deadline arrives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What to Do After a TBI Caused by Someone Else’s Negligence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Your first priority after a TBI is medical care. Call 911, get to an emergency room, and follow every instruction from your doctors. Medical records created close in time to the injury are some of the most important evidence in a TBI case. Gaps in treatment give insurance companies room to argue that your injuries were not serious or were caused by something other than the accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Document everything you can. Take photos of the accident scene, collect contact information from witnesses, and keep all records related to your care. If the TBI happened in a car crash on the Sam Rayburn Tollway or near the Shops at Legacy in Plano, try to preserve any dashcam footage or nearby surveillance before it is overwritten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Report the accident to the appropriate authorities. For car crashes in Texas, the law requires a crash report when there are injuries. That report creates an official record of the event and the parties involved, which your attorney will use in building your claim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be careful about what you say to insurance adjusters. Their job is to resolve claims for as little money as possible. A recorded statement made before you fully understand the extent of your TBI can seriously damage your case. TBI symptoms sometimes do not fully appear for days or weeks after the initial injury, and committing to a statement too early can undercut your claim later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Contact Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys as soon as possible. Our firm is located at 110 N. Woodrow Ln, Ste 120, Denton, TX 76205, and we serve clients throughout the Plano and greater North Texas area. You can reach us at (940) 800-2500. We handle TBI cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys Handles Plano TBI Claims<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys is a Denton-based personal injury firm that represents seriously injured clients throughout North Texas, including Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and the surrounding communities. TBI cases are among the most demanding in personal injury law. They require a clear understanding of medical evidence, strong relationships with qualified experts, and the ability to communicate the full human impact of a brain injury to a jury or insurance adjuster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our firm takes TBI cases seriously because we understand what is at stake. A TBI can take someone from an active, productive life to one defined by cognitive limitations, emotional struggles, and physical dependence. Families often become full-time caregivers overnight. Children lose the parent they knew. Spouses face a future they never planned for. These losses are real, and they deserve real legal advocacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
TBI claims often connect to other serious injury types. A crash that causes a TBI may also result in catastrophic orthopedic injuries, spinal damage, or severe burns. Premises liability incidents near Plano’s Haggard Park or Legacy Trail can cause TBIs alongside other harm. Drunk driving crashes, construction site accidents, and negligent security incidents all carry TBI risk. We approach each case with the full picture in mind, building a claim that accounts for every injury our client suffered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront and owe no attorney fees unless we recover money for you. Call us at (940) 800-2500 or visit our office at 110 N. Woodrow Ln, Ste 120, Denton, TX 76205 to discuss your case. Attorney Chandler Ross is responsible for the content of this page, with a principal office in Denton, Texas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
FAQs About Plano Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney<\/h2>\n\n\n\nHow do I know if I have a valid TBI claim in Texas?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
You likely have a valid claim if another person’s negligence caused your TBI and you suffered measurable harm as a result. That harm can include medical bills, lost income, pain, cognitive changes, or emotional distress. The key elements are duty, breach, causation, and damages. A TBI attorney can review the facts of your situation and give you a clearer picture of your options. Every case turns on its own specific facts, so no two outcomes are the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What if the insurance company offers me a quick settlement after my TBI?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Be cautious. Insurance companies often move fast with settlement offers precisely because they know TBI victims may not yet understand the full extent of their injuries. A settlement signed before you reach maximum medical improvement may leave you with far less than your future care will actually cost. Once you accept a settlement and sign a release, you generally cannot go back and ask for more. Talk to an attorney before you sign anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Can I file a TBI claim if I was partly at fault for the accident?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yes, in most cases. Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule. You can still recover damages as long as you are found to be less than 51 percent responsible for the accident. Your total compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. So if a jury finds you 25 percent at fault and your damages total $400,000, you would receive $300,000. An attorney can help you understand how fault allocation might affect your specific claim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How long does a Plano TBI case typically take to resolve?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The timeline varies widely depending on the severity of the injury, the number of parties involved, and whether the case settles or goes to trial. Many TBI cases take one to three years from the date of injury to final resolution. Cases involving severe injuries, disputed liability, or multiple defendants tend to take longer. Reaching maximum medical improvement before settling is important, because it allows your attorney to calculate the full value of your future medical needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Does Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys handle TBI cases from Plano even though the office is in Denton?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yes. Chandler Ross Injury Attorneys represents clients throughout North Texas, including Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and surrounding communities in Collin and Denton counties. The firm’s principal office is located at 110 N. Woodrow Ln, Ste 120, Denton, TX 76205. Distance is not a barrier to representation. You can call us at (940) 800-2500 to schedule a consultation and discuss your TBI case at no cost and with no obligation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n