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Karl Truman: Trusted Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Lawyer Serving Kentucky and Indiana
Offices in Louisville, KY and Jeffersonville, IN
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly two million Americans sustain traumatic brain injuries every year. Many of them are entirely preventable, caused by the negligence of another driver, property owner, or employer. The consequences can be permanent: chronic headaches, memory loss, cognitive decline, emotional instability, and in the most severe cases, lifelong disability or death.
Attorney Karl Truman brings the discipline and leadership of a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army to every traumatic brain injury case. TBI cases are among the most complex in personal injury law. They require specialized medical expertise, careful documentation, and attorneys who understand how to fight for a victim whose injury may be invisible on a standard MRI.
Our legal team handles:
- Mild TBI and concussion cases with post-concussion syndrome causing lasting symptoms
- Moderate and severe TBI cases involving extended loss of consciousness and significant cognitive impairment
- TBI caused by car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, and pedestrian impacts
- TBI from slip and fall accidents, construction site injuries, and workplace incidents
- TBI with associated long-term disability and SSDI claims
No fees unless we win. Available 24/7 throughout Louisville, Southern Indiana, and all of Kentucky and Indiana.
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Retired Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army
Karl Truman: Trusted Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Lawyer Serving Kentucky and Indiana
Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
Traumatic brain injuries are classified as mild, moderate, or severe based on symptoms in the first hours to days after injury. This classification can be misleading. A ‘mild’ TBI classification does not mean the injury is trivial. Post-concussion syndrome can cause severe, disabling symptoms that last months or years, including chronic headaches, dizziness, memory and concentration problems, sleep disorders, and mood changes.
One of the core challenges in TBI litigation is that mild TBIs often do not show up on standard MRI or CT scans. The damage is microscopic. Insurance companies exploit this by arguing that because the scan is normal, there is no injury. Our attorneys know how to counter this argument with neuropsychological testing, symptom documentation, and expert medical testimony.
The CDC estimates the lifetime cost of caring for a TBI survivor at $600,000 to $1,875,000. This does not include immediate emergency care or the non-economic toll of living with a brain injury. We account for all of it.
Why Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Cases Are Different
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Invisible Injury Defense
Insurance companies argue that a normal MRI means no injury. We respond with neuropsychological testing, symptom journals, and testimony from those who knew the victim before and after the injury.
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Non-Economic Damages
How do you put a dollar value on forgetting your children's names? On losing the ability to read? On chronic pain that never stops? We do this calculation carefully and fight for every dollar.
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Lifetime Cost Analysis
The CDC estimates lifetime TBI care costs of $600,000 to $1,875,000 per survivor. We work with life care planners and economists to project your full lifetime damages accurately.
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Concurrent SSDI Claims
TBI victims may also qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. Our firm handles both personal injury and SSDI claims, streamlining the process for clients.
How We Handle Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Cases
From the moment you call, we take over the legal fight. You focus on recovery. We handle everything else.
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Thorough Investigation
We move immediately to build the strongest possible case: gathering records, securing evidence, consulting experts, and documenting every aspect of your situation before anything is lost or altered.
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Handle All Paperwork
From insurance claims to medical records, legal filings, and demand letters, we manage every detail so you can focus on healing. You will never be left wondering what is happening with your case.
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Fight for What You Deserve
The party on the other side of your claim has professionals working to minimize what they pay you. We deal with them directly and protect you from every tactic designed to undervalue your claim.
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Trial-Ready Representation
While most cases settle, we prepare every case for trial. The other side knows we will not back down, and that gives us the leverage to secure maximum compensation.
Knowledge Center
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Resources
Free educational guides and resources to help you understand your rights, the legal process, and how to protect your claim.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Comprehensive answers about personal injury law in Kentucky and Indiana. Find the information you need to make informed decisions about your case.
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My MRI came back normal. Does that mean I do not have a TBI?
No. Mild traumatic brain injuries often involve microscopic damage to brain tissues and nerves that standard MRI and CT scans cannot detect. Emergency departments are typically looking for catastrophic damage like bleeding, not the subtle cellular changes of a mild TBI. A normal scan does not mean you are not injured. Neuropsychological testing and detailed symptom documentation are the tools we use to prove your injury.
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What is post-concussion syndrome?
Post-concussion syndrome occurs when TBI symptoms, including headaches, dizziness, memory problems, concentration difficulties, sleep disorders, and mood changes, persist for weeks, months, or in some cases years after the injury. It can occur even in people diagnosed with ‘only’ a mild TBI. The symptoms are real, they are disabling, and they are compensable.
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How long do I have to file a TBI claim in Kentucky or Indiana?
In Kentucky, generally one year from the date of injury. In Indiana, generally two years. TBI symptoms can take time to fully manifest, but the clock typically starts from the date of the accident. Contact us immediately.
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What is the lifetime cost of a serious TBI?
The CDC estimates the lifetime care cost of a TBI survivor at $600,000 to $1,875,000, not including immediate emergency care or non-economic damages. For severe TBI cases, total compensation demands can be substantially higher when life care costs, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering are fully calculated.
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Can I also file for SSDI if I have a TBI?
Yes. If your TBI prevents you from working, you may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. Our firm handles both personal injury cases and SSDI claims, which means we can evaluate and pursue both simultaneously.
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How much does a TBI attorney cost?
Nothing upfront. We work on contingency. You pay nothing unless we win.
Still Have Questions About Your Traumatic Brain Injury Case?
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Serving Personal Injury Victims Across Kentucky & Indiana
Karl Truman Injury Law represents clients in Louisville, Jeffersonville, Lexington, Bowling Green, Owensboro, Covington, and throughout Kentucky and Indiana. We handle car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall cases, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, wrongful death, dog bites, premises liability, and all types of personal injury claims. Available 24/7 for free consultations.
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