{"id":7359,"date":"2026-11-05T11:30:21","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T11:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/catastrophic-injury-lawyer-georgia\/traumatic-brain-injury-car-accident-lawyer-jonesboro-ga\/"},"modified":"2026-11-05T13:04:08","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T13:04:08","slug":"traumatic-brain-injury-car-accident-lawyer-jonesboro-ga","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/catastrophic-injury-lawyer-georgia\/traumatic-brain-injury-car-accident-lawyer-jonesboro-ga\/","title":{"rendered":"Traumatic Brain Injury Car Accident Lawyer Jonesboro GA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-7358\" alt=\"A crash investigator measures skid marks on a quiet suburban road beside a folded traffic diagram.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-8.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-8-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-8-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-8-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-8-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-8.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Traumatic Brain Injury Car Accident Lawyer | Jonesboro, Clayton County<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Brain Injuries From a Car Wreck Need a Lawyer Who Takes Them Seriously<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. has represented people hurt in Georgia crashes since 1999. Terance Madden and our team help Jonesboro and Clayton County families pursue claims after a traumatic brain injury.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Start Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Start Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Serving Georgia Since 1999<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--star chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">1999<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Year the firm began practice<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">5<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Georgia offices, including Jonesboro<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Free<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">First consultation, confidential and with no obligation<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Terance Madden \u00b7 Published November 5, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A traumatic brain injury from a car accident is harm to the brain caused by a blow, bump, or jolt to the head. T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. represents people who need a traumatic brain injury car accident lawyer in Jonesboro, GA and Clayton County. This page explains what the injury means, what a claim can cover, and how to protect your rights early.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Traumatic Brain Injury From a Car Accident Means<\/h2>\n<p>A brain injury from a crash can range from a mild concussion to a severe, lasting injury. In a crash, the head can strike a window, an airbag, the steering wheel, or another object. A hard jolt can also disrupt normal brain function, even without a direct hit.<\/p>\n<p>A mild label on the first day does not settle the long-term picture. Some symptoms may not appear right away. Common ones include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Headaches<\/li>\n<li>Trouble with memory or concentration<\/li>\n<li>Dizziness or balance problems<\/li>\n<li>Mood changes, irritability, or poor sleep<\/li>\n<li>Constant tiredness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Doctors usually use imaging, neurological testing, and follow-up visits to track the injury. Keep every appointment. Tell your providers about each symptom, even small ones. Your medical records become key evidence later.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/aerial-drone-view-of-dark-skid-marks-curving-across-a-rural-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of skid marks curving across a rural road.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Who This Service Is For<\/h2>\n<p>This service is for people hurt in a car or truck crash who have a head injury, and for their family members. It also fits people hurt in a motorcycle crash or a pedestrian collision.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Drivers and passengers hurt in car or truck crashes in Jonesboro, Clayton County, and nearby areas<\/li>\n<li>Motorcyclists and pedestrians who struck their head in a crash<\/li>\n<li>People told their injury is mild who still have symptoms that affect work or daily life<\/li>\n<li>Families of a loved one whose brain injury affects their ability to manage their own affairs<\/li>\n<li>Anyone unsure whether the at-fault driver&#8217;s insurer is treating them fairly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are not sure your situation fits, a free first consultation can help you sort it out.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Brain Injury Claim Can Cover<\/h2>\n<p>A brain injury claim can seek money for losses the crash caused. These losses can include medical bills, limited to the reasonable value of medically necessary care, treatment, or services, lost pay, and future care.<\/p>\n<p>Georgia separates general damages, which the law presumes flow from a wrongful act, from special damages, which must be proved (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-2<\/a>). Medical expenses are limited to the reasonable value of medically necessary care (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-1.1<\/a>). If you have any form of public or private health insurance, including benefits under a governmental workers\u2019 compensation program, the evidence includes both the amounts charged and the amounts actually necessary to satisfy those charges under your insurance contract or the workers\u2019 compensation program, whether or not the insurance is used. Necessary expenses from an injury are part of the damages estimate (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-7<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Long-term losses often matter most in brain injury cases:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lost earning capacity, which is the ability to earn money in the future<\/li>\n<li>Long-term care, therapy, and medications<\/li>\n<li>Changes to your home or daily routine that the injury requires<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When figuring the present value of future medical expenses, living expenses, lost wages, or other economic damages, the jury or judge deciding the case may reduce them to present value using a 5 percent discount rate or another rate it finds appropriate (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-13<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h2>How Our Jonesboro Team Handles a Brain Injury Car Accident Case<\/h2>\n<p>Our team starts with a conversation about the crash, your injuries, and your treatment so far. Then the work moves in clear steps.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free first consultation.<\/strong> Your free first consultation is confidential and carries no obligation to continue.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collect the basics.<\/strong> Gather the crash report, photos, vehicle and scene details, and insurance information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gather medical records.<\/strong> Complete records show the timeline of your symptoms and treatment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evaluate the full scope.<\/strong> Review current losses and expected future effects before discussing numbers with insurers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiate, then litigate if needed.<\/strong> Talk with the insurance company. If a fair resolution is not reached, a lawsuit may be filed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Brain injury claims can take longer than other injury claims. The full effects may not be clear until treatment has progressed. Our Jonesboro office is in Clayton County, and you can start by contacting us through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">free case evaluation page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Evidence and Deadlines That Matter Early<\/h2>\n<p>Georgia generally requires an injury lawsuit to be filed within two years after the claim arises (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t9-ch1-10-(v6)-2023-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33<\/a>). Claims for loss of consortium, which cover a spouse&#8217;s losses, generally have four years. The statute has exceptions, so do not wait to act.<\/p>\n<p>Under Georgia law, if the plaintiff by ordinary care could have avoided the consequences to themselves caused by the defendant&#8217;s negligence, they are not entitled to recover. In other cases the defendant is not relieved, although the plaintiff may in some way have contributed to the injury sustained (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-11-7<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Preserve evidence early:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The crash report and the name of the responding agency<\/li>\n<li>Photos of the scene, the vehicles, and your injuries<\/li>\n<li>Dashcam or traffic camera footage, if any exists<\/li>\n<li>Names and phone numbers of witnesses<\/li>\n<li>A written, dated symptom journal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Insurers may ask for a recorded statement or an early settlement soon after a crash. Speaking with our team before you give a recorded statement can help protect your claim.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Clients Work With T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C.<\/h2>\n<p>T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. has practiced personal injury law since 1999. Terance Madden is the responsible lawyer for this page. Our lawyers include Terance Madden and Shenia Madden, supported by assistants and office staff.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Offices in Jonesboro (Clayton County), Atlanta, Decatur, Macon, and Augusta<\/li>\n<li>Work on car and truck wrecks, motorcycle and e-bike crashes, slip and falls, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, wrongful death, negligent security, and catastrophic injury cases<\/li>\n<li>A traumatic brain injury claim often falls under our catastrophic injury work when the effects are long-term<\/li>\n<li>A free first consultation, confidential and without obligation to continue<\/li>\n<li>A 24\/7 call line for urgent questions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Fees, Costs, and Common Questions<\/h2>\n<p>The firm works on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis, but you may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses. Outcomes depend on the facts of each case, and no result can be promised.<\/p>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file a brain injury claim in Georgia?<\/summary><p><a href=\"https:\/\/efast.gaappeals.gov\/download?filingId=11df499d-b267-4d6e-b9c5-d61d572a84e5\">Georgia&#8217;s two-year filing deadline<\/a> generally applies to injury lawsuits, measured from when the claim arises. Loss of consortium claims generally have four years.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Georgia&#8217;s modified comparative-fault rule<\/a> reduces your damages by your share of fault. If you are 50 percent or more responsible, you cannot receive any damages (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33<\/a>).<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I have to go to court?<\/summary><p>Not every claim ends in a lawsuit. If a fair settlement is not reached, a lawsuit may be needed, and we explain that step before you decide.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?<\/summary><p>Check your own policy, and ask us to review it with you.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if my symptoms are still developing?<\/summary><p>Tell your doctor about each new symptom and keep a dated journal. Questions about future medical care often come up during a case review, and our team can talk through how they relate to your situation.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/damaged-vehicles-resting-among-trees-beside-a-road-after-a-c-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Damaged vehicles sit in a forested area, showing the aftermath of a road accident.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With Our Jonesboro Office About Your Brain Injury Claim<\/h2>\n<p>If a crash left you with headaches, memory trouble, or dizziness that is changing your work or home life, now is the time to act. Our team can review your crash, your treatment, and your options. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Start your free case evaluation<\/a> today, or call our 24\/7 line if the timing is urgent.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Responsible lawyer:<\/strong> Terance Madden, T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C., Jonesboro (Clayton County), Georgia. Contact: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">tmaddenlaw.com\/contact<\/a>. This page is general information and does not predict any result.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Please consult a licensed Georgia attorney regarding your specific legal situation. T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C., 114 S. Main St., Jonesboro, GA 30236, (770) 978-6711.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How We Approach a Brain Injury Case<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medical Picture First<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brain injuries can be hard to see and may appear days or weeks after a crash. We focus on documenting your symptoms, treatment and how the injury affects daily life.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Family Included<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traumatic brain injuries often change work, relationships and independence. We keep families informed and listen to what matters most to you.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear Communication<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will know where your case stands and what the next steps are, with plain-language answers to your questions.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Local Roots<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our Jonesboro office serves Clayton County and nearby communities, with offices in Atlanta, Decatur, Macon and Augusta.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Before You Talk to an Insurance Adjuster<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance companies may contact you soon after a crash and ask for a recorded statement. Brain injury symptoms can be easy to underestimate, so consider speaking with a lawyer before giving any statement or signing any release.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Call Us to Talk Through Your Situation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Call Us to Talk Through Your Situation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common Questions About Brain Injury Car Accident Cases<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A traumatic brain injury happens when a sudden blow, jolt or penetrating force damages the brain. Symptoms can include headaches, memory problems, dizziness, mood changes and trouble concentrating.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Get Evaluated Early?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some brain injuries do not show up on the first day. Prompt medical evaluation creates a record of your condition, which helps your lawyer understand the full picture of your injury.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can a Claim Address?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the facts, a claim may consider medical care, lost income, reduced ability to work and the effect of the injury on your everyday life.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Pays Case Costs?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our free first consultation is confidential and carries no obligation. We will explain how fees and case expenses work during that conversation, including that you may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-secondary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--secondary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Talk With Terance Madden and Our Team About Your Brain Injury Claim<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Schedule Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Schedule Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/guides\/catastrophic-injury-lawyer-georgia\/\">Catastrophic Injury Lawyer in Clayton County and Georgia | T. 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