Every year, thousands of Texans suffer from traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) after car crashes, workplace accidents, or other violent impacts. Sadly, many of these injuries go undiagnosed or untreated because symptoms are delayed, subtle, or misinterpreted.
At Daws & Associates, PLLC, we understand how devastating a brain injury can be—not only to your health, but also to your family, career, and future. Our founder, Joshua A. Daws, has spent his career fighting large corporations and unreasonable insurance companies who try to minimize or deny the severity of these invisible injuries.
What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury?
A TBI occurs when an external force—such as a blow to the head, a violent jolt in a car accident, or a fall at work—disrupts normal brain function. These injuries can range from concussions to severe brain bleeds. Symptoms may appear immediately or may take days or weeks to fully surface.
Common types of TBIs include:
- Concussions
- Contusions (brain bruising)
- Subdural or epidural hematomas
- Diffuse axonal injuries (DAI)
Why TBIs Often Go Undiagnosed
Insurance companies often exploit the fact that TBIs can be hard to prove early on. Victims may not realize how serious their symptoms are, or may avoid treatment due to cost. At Daws & Associates, we push back against these tactics to ensure the truth of your injury comes to light.
Reasons TBIs go untreated include:
- Delayed symptoms – Headaches, dizziness, or confusion may not be immediate.
- High costs of diagnosis – Imaging like CT and MRI scans are expensive.
- Lack of access to care – Especially in rural Texas communities.
- Misdiagnosis – Symptoms are often mistaken for stress, fatigue, or anxiety.
When left untreated, TBIs can cause lifelong complications such as memory loss, mood changes, PTSD, and chronic pain.
High-Risk Situations for TBIs in Texas
While TBIs can happen anywhere, certain professions and accidents present higher risks:
- Construction Workers – Falls, falling tools, or heavy machinery accidents.
- Oilfield Workers – Explosions, crane incidents, or dropped equipment.
- Truck Drivers & Motorists – High-speed crashes and rollover accidents.
- Maritime Workers – Slips, heavy machinery injuries, or shipboard accidents.
Mr. Daws has litigated hundreds of cases across Texas and knows firsthand how often insurance companies downplay the seriousness of these accidents.
Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore
Adults:
- Persistent headaches
- Nausea or vomiting
- Balance or vision problems
- Difficulty sleeping
- Mood swings or memory issues
Children:
- Unusual irritability
- Loss of interest in play
- Trouble eating or sleeping
- Constant crying
What To Do If You Suspect a TBI
If you or a loved one may have suffered a brain injury:
- Seek medical attention immediately – even if symptoms seem minor.
- Request imaging such as a CT or MRI when symptoms suggest brain trauma.
- Document symptoms and how the injury occurred.
- Contact Daws & Associates to evaluate your legal options.
Legal Help for TBI Victims in Texas
At Daws & Associates, PLLC, we do not treat clients like numbers on an assembly line. We take an outside-the-box approach to every case, tailoring the facts and evidence to maximize the value of each client’s claim.
Even if your case ultimately settles, we believe in the power of litigation: it uncovers the truth, forces insurance companies to be accountable, and ensures our clients receive the compensation they truly deserve.
If you suspect a traumatic brain injury after an accident in Texas, don’t let an insurance company dismiss your pain. We fight for the injured—never the corporations.
Contact Daws & Associates, PLLC today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward protecting your health, your rights, and your future.
