Post-Concussion Syndrome Claims in Fort Wayne, Indiana: Understanding Brain Injury Rights

 

Post-concussion syndrome (PCS) affects many Fort Wayne residents each year, particularly those injured in motor vehicle accidents on busy corridors like Interstate 69 and US 30, or in workplace incidents at major employers like Parkview Health and General Motors. This debilitating condition can persist long after the initial trauma, causing symptoms ranging from persistent headaches and dizziness to memory problems and mood changes. In Fort Wayne's industrial environment, these symptoms can be particularly challenging, affecting victims' ability to perform manufacturing work, healthcare duties, or other demanding jobs. For those whose PCS resulted from another's negligence, pursuing a personal injury claim can be crucial for securing compensation needed for specialized medical care at facilities like Parkview Regional Medical Center or Lutheran Hospital.

Legal Rights and Considerations Indiana's statute of limitations gives victims two years to file a personal injury lawsuit (IC § 34-11-2-4). Fort Wayne cases fall under Allen County jurisdiction, where courts consistently recognize PCS as a compensable injury. Claims typically involve working with both private health insurance and the at-fault party's liability coverage. Indiana's modified comparative fault system allows recovery as long as the victim is no more than 50% responsible. Compensation may cover medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitative care, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering, with no cap on compensatory damages in Indiana brain injury cases. A good Fort Wayne brain injury attorney will handle all aspects of the legal claim.

Brain injuries can occur in many types of accidents. Click the links below to get information on legal claims from personal injury attorneys who have experience in these different types of accidents and injuries including:

Related Resources: Local Courts:

  • Allen County Superior Court
  • Allen County Circuit Court
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (Fort Wayne Division)

Support Services:

  • Parkview Regional Medical Center Neurology Department
  • Lutheran Hospital Rehabilitation Services
  • Fort Wayne Neurological Center
  • Northeast Indiana Brain Injury Support Group

Legal References:

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Date: 
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Date: 
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Roadway: 
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Type: Car Accident

 

A single-vehicle accident occurred in downtown Fort Wayne early Saturday morning when an SUV collided with a utility pole at the intersection of Clinto

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Saturday, February 22, 2025
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A series of crashes along Interstate 69 in Fort Wayne caused significant traffic disruptions during the morning hours of Thursday.

Date: 
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Roadway: 
Interstate 69

In the early morning hours of Tuesday, a serious single-vehicle accident on U.S. 24 near West County Line Road left one man fighting for his life. The incident occurred at approximately 5:39 a.m.

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Roadway: 
U.S. 24
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Date: 
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Type: Car Accident

 

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Date: 
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Date: 
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Roadway: 
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In a tragic incident that unfolded on Friday morning, two individuals lost their lives in a severe crash on Allen County's northeast side.

Date: 
Friday, February 7, 2025
Roadway: 
State Road 37
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Date: 
Friday, February 7, 2025
Roadway: 
Interstate 69
City: 
Markle, IN

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Date: 
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Roadway: 
State Road 124
City: 
Wabash, IN
Type: Car Accident
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A police pursuit on Interstate 69 in Fort Wayne, Indiana culminated in a two-vehicle crash Monday afternoon, resulting in one arrest.

Date: 
Monday, February 3, 2025
Roadway: 
Interstate 69
Type: Car Accident
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Date: 
Friday, January 31, 2025

 

A serious two-vehicle crash occurred on US Highway 30 near County Road 700 East in Whitley County, Indiana on Friday evening, prompting a multi-agency

Date: 
Friday, January 31, 2025
Roadway: 
US Highway 30
Type: Car Accident

 

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