Persistent Concussion Symptoms FAQs
FAQs on persistent concussion symptoms in Georgia — genetic testing as evidence, normal imaging claims, filing deadlines, and legal costs answered.
Persistent Concussion Symptoms FAQs
What does Haug Barron Law Group charge for a consultation?
Nothing. We offer free consultations and represent personal injury clients on a contingency fee basis—you pay no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you. Call (844) 428-4529 or contact us to schedule yours today.
My imaging is normal. Can I still bring a claim?
Yes. Normal MRI findings are common in concussion cases and do not disprove injury or ongoing symptomatology. Persistent Post-Concussion Syndrome (PPCS) is a clinically recognized diagnosis that does not require radiographic confirmation. What matters is the credible connection between the injury event, the symptoms, and the biological mechanisms that explain their duration.
Does having a genetic risk allele mean the concussion was my fault?
Absolutely not. Your genetic makeup is not negligence. The defendant’s negligent act caused the injury. The fact that your genetic profile resulted in a more severe or prolonged outcome than average is a consequence of their negligence—not a defense against it.
Can genetic testing be used as evidence in a Georgia personal injury case?
Yes. Genetic testing, particularly APOE genotyping and BDNF polymorphism analysis, can be introduced through retained medical experts to establish biological predisposition. Georgia courts recognize that defendants must “take plaintiffs as they find them” under the eggshell skull doctrine—a genetic predisposition to prolonged concussion recovery does not reduce the defendant’s liability for the full extent of resulting harm.