What happens if a traumatic brain injury prevents the injured victim from managing their own lawsuit?

When a traumatic brain injury impairs an injured victim's cognitive capacity to direct litigation, Florida law offers legal pathways to protect their interests. Under Florida Statutes Chapter 744, a court may appoint a legal guardian or guardian ad litem to make decisions regarding the legal claim and manage any resulting settlement or judgment. If the victim executed a durable power of attorney prior to the trauma, that designated agent may possess authority to act on their behalf. The Altman Law Firm, led by Jeffrey S. Altman, guides families through these legal processes to protect the victim's rights and proceed with their claim without unnecessary delay.