A traumatic brain injury can permanently alter a person's ability to work, communicate, and live independently. These injuries often require lifelong medical care and support, and a serious claim must account for the full future cost of that care.
Traumatic Brain Injury Cases in Missouri
Traumatic brain injuries from Missouri crashes, falls, workplace incidents, and assaults can permanently alter a person's life. Even a 'mild' concussion can cause lasting cognitive and emotional changes, while severe TBIs require lifelong care.
How Missouri Law Applies to Traumatic Brain Injury Claims
A brain injury claim follows the negligence rules that govern its cause — auto, premises, or workplace law — under Missouri's pure comparative fault system, generally within the five-year deadline. Because TBIs are sometimes disputed by insurers, thorough medical documentation and expert opinion are critical.
Injuries and Damages We Help Recover
TBIs can cause memory loss, personality changes, chronic headaches, seizures, impaired motor function, and the inability to work or live independently. Lifetime care costs can be enormous, and a complete claim must project future medical, rehabilitative, and support needs.
What to Do After a Traumatic Brain Injury in Missouri
Get immediate and ongoing neurological evaluation, and keep a record of cognitive and behavioral changes from family and coworkers. Avoid downplaying symptoms to insurers, and work with an attorney who understands how to prove the full scope of a brain injury.
Missouri Deadlines Matter
Missouri's statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is generally five years from the date of injury (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 516.120). Wrongful death claims must generally be filed within three years (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 537.100), and medical malpractice claims generally within two years (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 516.105). Missing a filing deadline can permanently bar your claim — talk to a traumatic brain injury attorney as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions About Traumatic Brain Injury Claims in Missouri
Most Missouri personal injury claims must be filed within five years of the injury, though some claim types (such as wrongful death or medical malpractice) have shorter deadlines. Acting early protects your evidence and your rights.
Personal injury attorneys in our network work on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing up front, and the attorney is paid only if you recover compensation. Your initial case review is always free.
Missouri follows a pure comparative fault rule, so you can recover compensation even if you share some responsibility. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault, which makes strong evidence important.
Value depends on the severity of your injuries, your medical costs, lost income, and the lasting impact on your life. There's no fixed formula. A free case review can help you understand what your specific claim may be worth.