Head/Brain Injury cases from motor vehicle accidents can vary significantly in severity and outcome. These cases involve injuries that may require medical treatment, rehabilitation, and can impact quality of life. Settlement values depend on injury severity, medical expenses, recovery time, and long-term effects on the victim's daily activities and ability to work.
Last updated: November 2025
One driver alleged the other driver changed lanes unsafely, causing a collision. The injured driver claimed severe injuries to their head, neck, and back. The defense argued the injured driver's own negligence contributed to the accident. The jury found in favor of the defendants.
A truck driver was driving on a recently improved road when he encountered oncoming traffic. To avoid a collision, he swerved, causing his truck to overturn. The driver claimed injuries to his back and head, alleging the road construction created a dangerous condition. The case involved multiple defendants, with some settling before trial and others proceeding to a jury.
One driver was operating a disabled truck at a slow speed on the highway. Another driver, operating a tractor-trailer, failed to stop and rear-ended a pickup truck, pushing it into the disabled truck. The driver of the disabled truck suffered a serious head injury.
One driver was towing a rented trailer when it jack-knifed due to a defect. His vehicle was then struck by a tractor-trailer. The driver suffered severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury. The case involved claims against the trailer rental company, the trailer manufacturer, and the trucking company. The parties settled the matter before a jury trial concluded.
A tractor-trailer rear-ended several vehicles, including a pickup truck, on a highway. The driver of the tractor-trailer was allegedly speeding and not paying attention. The owner of the tractor-trailer was also named for failing to supervise its driver. Some drivers involved suffered injuries, including a severe head injury.
One driver ran a red light at an intersection and hit the other driver's vehicle. The injured driver claimed the collision caused PTSD and other injuries. The other driver's company denied fault, stating the light was yellow and the injured driver had a history of trauma. The court found the defendant negligent.
A tractor trailer struck a vehicle while it was making a left turn and the truck was attempting to pass it. The collision resulted in multiple injuries, including a traumatic brain injury.
A woman died after her Jeep Liberty collided with a municipal dump truck stopped in a highway lane. The truck's rear bumper guard was allegedly defective, allowing the Jeep to underride the truck. The woman's family sued the truck body manufacturer, alleging design and manufacturing defects. The defense argued the accident was caused by the woman's own negligence and the lack of proper signage by municipal workers.
Head and brain injuries from motor vehicle accidents range from mild concussions to severe traumatic brain injuries affecting cognitive function, memory, and personality. These injuries occur when the head strikes objects during collision or when the brain moves violently within the skull due to rapid acceleration/deceleration forces. Symptoms include headaches, confusion, memory problems, mood changes, sensitivity to light and sound, and in severe cases, loss of consciousness or coma.
Motor vehicle accidents cause head injuries through direct impact (striking steering wheel, dashboard, windows, or other vehicle components), rapid deceleration causing the brain to slam against the skull interior, rotational forces twisting the brain within the skull, and penetrating trauma from shattered glass or metal. Unrestrained occupants, motorcycle riders, and pedestrians struck by vehicles face the highest risk. Even with airbag deployment and seatbelts, high-speed collisions generate forces sufficient to cause significant brain trauma.
Mild concussions require cognitive rest (limiting screen time, reading, and mental exertion), gradual return to normal activities, and monitoring for worsening symptoms. Moderate to severe brain injuries may require emergency neurosurgery to relieve intracranial pressure, remove blood clots (hematomas), or repair skull fractures. Rehabilitation typically includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, cognitive rehabilitation, and psychological counseling. Some patients recover fully within months, while others require years of treatment or face permanent cognitive deficits requiring lifetime support and supervision.
Head and brain injury cases in Dallas and Tarrant counties require extensive medical documentation including emergency room records, CT scans, MRIs, neuropsychological testing, and expert testimony from neurologists, neurosurgeons, or neuropsychologists. Insurance companies often dispute mild TBI claims, arguing symptoms are subjective or pre-existing. Strong cases include documented loss of consciousness or post-traumatic amnesia at accident scene, consistent symptom reporting across medical providers, objective test results showing cognitive impairments, employment records showing decline in work performance, and testimony from family members describing personality or functional changes. Cases involving permanent disabilities require life care plans and vocational expert testimony to establish future medical needs and lost earning capacity.
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Important: The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Case outcomes vary significantly based on individual circumstances. Past results are not guarantees of future outcomes. Always consult with a qualified attorney for guidance specific to your situation.