Baltimore Brain Injury Attorneys

Representing Brain Injury Misdiagnosis Victims in Baltimore County & Prince George’s County

A simple fall or blow to the head can result in a traumatic brain injury (TBI). You should always see a doctor as soon as possible after an accident, even if you initially feel fine. Unfortunately, many TBIs are overlooked or misdiagnosed, resulting in delayed diagnoses and serious consequences, including permanent brain damage – and, in some cases, death. 

If your doctor fails to promptly diagnose a TBI or any other brain injury, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. At Miller Stern Lawyers LLC, we routinely help victims of medical malpractice hold negligent parties accountable and recover damages. You will work directly with our Baltimore brain injury lawyers throughout our handling of your case, and our entire team will work to support your needs. We have successfully represented thousands of satisfied clients and have contributed to verdicts and settlements worth hundreds of millions of dollars. Our legal professionals have what it takes to win these cases and will do everything we can to maximize your recovery.

Call 410-LAW-FIRM or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation. We offer our legal services in English, Spanish, and Hebrew.

How Do I Know If I Have a Brain Injury?

You are at heightened risk of brain injury when you hit your head in a fall, collision, auto accident, contact sport, or any other situation where you sustain blunt force trauma. You may be tempted to shake off the incident and move on, but you should always see a doctor right away, as brain injuries require prompt treatment to prevent catastrophic consequences. The longer a brain injury goes undiagnosed and untreated, the worse it will likely get.

Symptoms that may suggest a brain injury (including a TBI) include:

• Dizziness
• Headaches
• Nausea
• Loss of balance
• Sleeping too much
• Fatigue
• Unusual sensitivity to light and/or sound

Some doctors will dismiss these symptoms and negligently assume they are the result of a less serious condition. As a result, they may assure you that you are fine and not run the appropriate tests or scans that would confirm the existence of a TBI or any other type of brain injury.

An undiagnosed and untreated brain injury can lead to:

• Loss of vision, hearing, and/or speech
• Seizures
• Frequent losses of consciousness and/or basic coordination
• Frequent vomiting
• An inability to consistently wake from sleep
• Memory loss
• Paralysis
• Coma
• Death

What Should I Do If My Brain Injury Was Misdiagnosed?

If you believe you may have been misdiagnosed, speak to your doctor and ask for a complete evaluation, including all pertinent tests and scans. If they are uncooperative or still do not believe you have a brain injury, get a second opinion from another medical professional. Again, time is of the essence: The sooner you get an accurate diagnosis, the better.

Should you discover you do have a brain injury and were initially misdiagnosed, you should immediately contact our Baltimore brain injury attorneys. We can evaluate your circumstances and explain your legal options. 

You will only have a limited amount of time to take legal action.

What is the Statute of Limitations for Brain Injuries Caused By Medical Malpractice in Maryland?

In Maryland, victims of medical malpractice have only five years from the date of their injury or three years from the date they discovered their injury, whichever comes first, to file a lawsuit. If a brain injury resulted in death, you will have three years from the date of your loved one’s passing to file a wrongful death claim.

What Damages Could Be Recovered in a Brain Injury Claim?

When pursuing a brain injury claim, it’s crucial to understand the types of damages that may be available to you. Damages that could be recovered may include:

• Medical Expenses: This includes current and future medical bills, rehabilitation costs, medication expenses, and any other healthcare-related expenses resulting from the brain injury.
• Lost Wages: If your brain injury has prevented you from working, you may be entitled to compensation for lost earnings and loss of earning capability.
• Pain and Suffering: Brain injuries can cause immense physical pain and emotional suffering. You may be eligible to seek compensation for your physical discomfort and emotional distress.
• Loss of Enjoyment of Life: These injuries could rob you of the ability to enjoy life’s activities and experiences. You may be able to recover damages for the loss of enjoyment of life caused by your injury.
• Punitive Damages: In instances of extreme negligence or intentional harm, punitive damages could be awarded to punish the responsible party and dissuade similar manners in the future.

Our Baltimore brain injury lawyers genuinely care about the well-being of our clients. We emphasize a personal touch in our legal representation and have fostered lasting relationships with many of the people we have helped. After leveraging our extensive skills and resources to obtain the compensation you deserve for your TBI, we will continue to keep in touch with you and check in to see how you are doing.

Contact Our Brain Injury Attorneys in Baltimore Today

At Miller Stern Lawyers LLC, we have the knowledge, experience, and resources to help you pursue the compensation you deserve. Our brain injury attorneys in Baltimore are devoted to fighting for the rights of victims and their relatives. Let us put our experience to work for you. Call us now to get started on your path to justice.

We are known for our effective advocacy in and out of the courtroom. Call 410-LAW-FIRM or contact us online to discuss your case with our brain injury attorneys in Baltimore.