Individuals who have suffered a traumatic head injury may be eligible to receive compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. Victims may be able to recover damages for the following: Lost Wages: A severe head injury has the potential to force individuals to miss work for an extended period of time, and in some cases, leave the workforce permanently. While workers' compensation may give victims some relief for the damages they have suffered, it often fails to cover the full amount of the victim's salary. As a result, victims can recoup any wages not covered by workers' compensation in a personal injury lawsuit. Pain And Suffering: Long-term pain and suffering is often a byproduct of a major cranial injury – especially when individuals suffer memory loss. In a personal injury lawsuit, victims may be able to receive compensation for long-term physical pain, loss of life's enjoyment and other emotional trauma. Medical Bills: Cranial injuries often require many medical procedures, as well as frequent trips to the doctor. When medical bills exceed a victim's insurance coverage, they may be able to receive compensation in a lawsuit. Wrongful Death: When a victim of a head injury dies, their family may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the individual or entity responsible for the victim’s death. The compensation available to families in a wrongful death lawsuit includes but is not limited to: lost wages, funeral costs, medical bills, pain and suffering and loss of consortium.