New York, NY personal injury attorney Michael Ronemus talks about the most challenging aspect of trying a TBI case. When dealing with individuals who have experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and appear outwardly normal, the most challenging aspect often emerges. Despite their ability to walk, work, and function seemingly well, the injury is commonly known as the “silent” or “hidden” injury. Despite the external facade of normalcy, every facet of their lives can undergo profound changes. It becomes imperative to convey this impact to a jury, underscoring how an individual’s life can be dramatically altered without apparent signs like paralysis or reliance on a wheelchair.

In such instances, the key lies in aiding the jury’s comprehension of the profound changes in the individual’s life resulting from the traumatic brain injury. While presenting medical evidence may pose challenges and insurance companies may seek to downplay the injury with conflicting medical opinions, leveraging “before and after” witnesses emerges as a potent strategy. These witnesses, encompassing colleagues, neighbors, family members, or friends, can articulately delineate the individual’s life before the injury and the subsequent alterations. Convincing the jury of this transformative impact constitutes a significant challenge but stands out as one of the most effective ways to present such cases.