Brain Injuries

Serving All Areas of Maryland, Washington, DC and Northern Virginia

Washington DC Brain Injury LawyerAny kind of personal injury can be devastating, but brain injuries are particularly serious because they so often result in a dramatically reduced quality of life.

When an individual suffers a brain injury, it impacts their entire family. Coping with the physical, emotional, and financial costs of a brain injury can devastate families, hurt relationships, and result in secondary health problems, such as depression.

At Mesirow & Associates, PLLC, we help victims of brain injury accidents get the compensation they need to cover the costs of long-term medical bills, lost wages, the loss of future income, and other losses. No amount of money can turn back the clock, but financial compensation can help ease the burden of mounting medical bills and related expenses.

Locations, We Are Serving For:

  • Maryland
  • Washington, DC
  • Northern Virginia
Brain Injury Cases are Complex

In recent years, research has shed new light on the seriousness of brain injuries. Today, we understand that even a single concussion can result in what doctors call a “traumatic brain injury” or TBI. Although some concussions and other brain injuries resolve with time and rest, researchers are still learning about how the brain reacts to trauma. Recent studies of professional athletes have revealed that trauma can have a devastating and lasting effect on the brain. In the NFL, one report showed that more than 40 percent of retired players have abnormal brain structures.

You don’t have to be an elite athlete to experience the catastrophic effects of a Washington DC brain injury lawyer. When an individual is involved in a severe car accident, for example, the brain can be violently jarred inside the skull. In some cases, an external object pierces the skull and enters the brain, resulting in a penetrating TBI.

According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, about half of patients with severe TBI must undergo surgery to repair bruised tissue and fix ruptured blood vessels. Long-term disabilities can include problems with cognition, difficulties with sensory processing, communication difficulties, personality changes, and mental illness. In the most tragic cases, a TBI victim is left in a persistent vegetative state.

Symptoms of TBI

The symptoms of a TBI can mimic other health conditions, which means some TBI sufferers don’t get diagnosed for months or even years after their accident. This is why it’s so important to get medical treatment as soon as possible after a car accident, motorcycle accident, slip and fall, or any kind of personal injury. Common symptoms of TBI include:

  • Slurred speech
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Vision problems
  • Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
  • Mood changes
  • Headaches and migraines
  • Insomnia
  • Pain in the neck and jaw
  • Vertigo
  • Hearing loss

Symptoms vary by person, and research shows that brain injuries can affect people in dramatically different ways. If you suspect that you have suffered a TBI, your health depends on getting medical treatment right away. Although the initial damage caused by a TBI is irreversible, medical experts say that getting prompt medical care is the best way to improve a brain injury victim’s chances of regaining function and cognitive ability.

Need an Experienced Washington DC Brain Injury Lawyer Today

The Washington DC brain injury lawyer at Mesirow & Associates, PLLC help people whose lives have been changed due to a traumatic brain injury. We also assist families who have been forced to cope with the aftermath of a loved one’s debilitating brain injury. Our lawyers are available to speak to you 24/7. Schedule your free consultation today. You can reach us through our online contact form, or by calling 866-463-0303.

Client Reviews
★★★★★
John is a gem and I'm tremendously glad that I connected with him. Wanting to put my accident behind me ASAP and minimize time and energy spent toward that end, I made the rookie mistake of attempting to settle on my own. I eventually reached an impasse with the insurance company but simply couldn't bring myself to accept their settlement offer. Drained by all the back-and-forth at this point, I didn't thoroughly research options (which is, ironically, a big part of my reason for not obtaining a lawyer in the first place - there are an overwhelming number of personal injury lawyers in the area!) and simply contacted the first lawyer from whom, simply put, I got a good Google vibe - enter John. That positive impression was immediately confirmed via our first phone call (for which he made himself available that very same day) and further cemented throughout subsequent meetings. John exceeded expectations in every metric, netting me over double the initial offer despite my less-than-ideal handling of everything at the outset. He answered every question I had with ease and honesty and was always available and communicative throughout the process. John is personable, compassionate, transparent, and very good at what he does! I can't recommend him highly enough - hope to never need him again but if so, he will now be my first text! Samantha Musser
★★★★★
Dear John,
It has been a pleasure being your client. I really appreciate your patience and willingness to explain complicated legal jargon in layman’s terms. May you have continued success always. Sincerely,
Corenthia P., Prince George's County, Maryland
★★★★★
Thank you so much for your professional service and kind manner. Wishing you the best. Sincerely, Pearl I., Washington, DC
★★★★★
John, I just got back from abroad and I wanted to drop you a note thanking you for your work on my case. I’m totally satisfied with your work and I wouldn’t hesitate to give your name to anyone in a similar situation. Take care. Thanks. Ned Mitchell, Washington, DC bicycle accident victim
★★★★★
John, I want to thank you for all of the work you did on my case. I appreciate the way you took the time to explain the process to me and to respond to all of my questions. And I am very pleased with the result. I plan on recommending your firm to everyone! Thank you again. Sincerely, Heather W., Prince George's County, Maryland
24 / 7 Free Initial Consultation
Toll Free: 866-463-0303