Many devastating brain injuries result in comas, vegetative states, or the substantial loss of cognitive function. If the claimant cannot meaningfully participate in the legal process, an attorney may help loved ones petition for legal guardianship. This process generally gives the guardian authority to file litigation on behalf of the injured claimant, helping the claimant recover essential compensation for long-term medical care and treatments. The state might even appoint guardians on behalf of severely disabled claimants. Likewise, next-of-kin might work with TBI counsel at Wyatt Law Firm to bring wrongful death litigation. Serious brain injuries often result in sudden death, especially after car accidents, or fatalities following comas. Provided the death resulted from the initial head trauma, Texas law generally allows spouses, parents, and children of the deceased to bring litigation. Estate administrators might file a wrongful death case if these family members decline to file litigation within three months.