A brain injury attorney may work with the family to establish guardianship or a Power of Attorney for the appropriate family member. This person then would be responsible for making decisions for the injured person through the legal process.
Traumatic brain injury is usually lifelong and while there are some improvements in cognitive functioning most patients will need ongoing support and even rehabilitation services. Ensuring that the settlement amount will cover all these costs and expenses is part of the advice and experience that the attorney can bring to the process.