When a traumatic brain injury changes your life, you need an attorney who understands the medical and legal aspects of recovery. At Dordick Law Corporation, we represent Beverly Hills residents and Los Angeles area clients who have suffered traumatic brain injuries. These injuries result from car accidents, workplace incidents, falls, and other negligent acts. We investigate thoroughly, work with medical experts, and fight to secure the compensation you deserve. Our team operates on a contingency fee basis—we recover no fee unless you recover compensation.
Why Choose Dordick Law Corporation for Your Traumatic Brain Injury Case
Traumatic brain injuries demand more than standard personal injury representation. They require attorneys who understand complex medical evidence, long-term disability implications, and how to communicate with insurance companies and juries about invisible injuries.
At Dordick Law Corporation, we bring extensive experience handling traumatic brain injury claims throughout Beverly Hills and Los Angeles. We understand that each TBI case is unique. Some clients suffer mild concussions with temporary symptoms. Others face permanent cognitive, physical, or emotional changes. We take time to understand your specific situation, the impact on your daily life, and your goals for recovery and compensation.
Our Approach to TBI Claims
Our approach centers on thorough investigation and strategic case building. We gather medical records, consult with neurologists and rehabilitation specialists, and document how your injury affects your ability to work, care for your family, and enjoy life. We then present this evidence compellingly to insurance adjusters and, when necessary, to a jury.
Our lawyers handle traumatic brain injury cases with the seriousness they deserve. From your initial consultation through settlement or trial, we keep you informed and involved in every decision. We explain legal concepts in plain language, answer your questions thoroughly, and ensure you understand your options before moving forward. Your recovery and peace of mind drive every decision we make on your behalf.
Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury and Your Legal Rights
A traumatic brain injury occurs when a sudden impact or jolt to the head causes the brain to move within the skull. This damages brain cells and creates chemical changes. TBIs range from mild to severe, and symptoms may appear immediately or develop over hours or days.
- Mild TBI (Concussion): Mild traumatic brain injuries, commonly called concussions, may cause temporary confusion, headache, dizziness, or brief loss of consciousness. Many people recover fully from mild TBI. However, some experience lingering symptoms like difficulty concentrating, memory problems, or sensitivity to light and noise. These “invisible injuries” can significantly impact work performance and quality of life. Yet insurance companies often underestimate their value.
- Moderate to Severe TBI: More serious traumatic brain injuries can cause extended unconsciousness, persistent headaches, repeated vomiting, seizures, difficulty speaking, or loss of consciousness lasting hours or days. Severe TBI often results in long-term disability. This requires ongoing medical care, rehabilitation, and lifestyle modifications. Victims may face permanent changes in cognitive function, personality, or physical ability.
Types of TBI and How They Occur
Common causes of traumatic brain injury include motor vehicle accidents, falls (especially among older adults), workplace injuries, sports-related impacts, and assaults. In Beverly Hills and Los Angeles, car accidents represent a significant source of TBI claims. When another person’s negligence causes your traumatic brain injury, California law allows you to pursue compensation for your damages.
Understanding how your injury occurred is important to establishing liability. If a negligent driver, property owner, employer, or other party caused the accident that resulted in your TBI, you have the right to seek damages. We investigate the circumstances surrounding your injury, identify responsible parties, and build a case that clearly demonstrates negligence and causation. Our investigation process includes reviewing accident scene evidence, obtaining witness statements, and consulting accident reconstruction experts when necessary.
Compensation Available in Traumatic Brain Injury Cases
California law allows traumatic brain injury victims to recover both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages compensate you for measurable financial losses. Non-economic damages address the non-financial impact of your injury.
Economic Damages include:
- Medical expenses (emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, ongoing treatment)
- Lost wages during recovery
- Reduced earning capacity if your injury prevents you from returning to your previous job
- Home modifications or assistive devices
- Future medical care costs
We work with vocational experts and economists to calculate your lost earning capacity over your lifetime. This ensures you receive full compensation for your financial losses.
Non-Economic Damages include:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium (impact on your relationship with your spouse)
- Permanent scarring or disfigurement
Calculating non-economic damages requires presenting evidence of how your injury has affected your quality of life, relationships, and daily functioning. We document these impacts through medical records, testimony from family members, and expert psychological evaluation.
In cases involving gross negligence or intentional conduct, California law may allow punitive damages. These damages are designed to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar conduct. While punitive damages are less common in traumatic brain injury cases, they may apply in certain circumstances. This includes situations where a defendant’s conduct was particularly reckless or intentional.
The value of your traumatic brain injury claim depends on several factors. These include the severity of your injury, your age and life expectancy, your pre-injury earning capacity, the extent of medical treatment required, the clarity of liability, and the defendant’s insurance coverage. We evaluate all these factors when assessing your case value and advising you on settlement offers. Our case results demonstrate our track record of securing substantial compensation for injured clients.
How We Investigate and Build Your TBI Claim
A strong traumatic brain injury case rests on solid evidence. We begin by gathering medical records documenting your diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis. Then, we obtain imaging studies (CT scans, MRIs), neuropsychological testing results, and medical provider notes that establish the nature and extent of your injury.
Our traumatic brain injury attorneys in Beverly Hills also investigate the accident itself. We obtain police reports, witness statements, surveillance video when available, and accident reconstruction analysis if needed. We identify all potentially liable parties and determine insurance coverage. Then, we review your employment records to document lost wages and earning capacity. We also consult with medical experts—neurologists, neuropsychologists, rehabilitation specialists, and vocational experts—who can testify about your injury, prognosis, and future needs.
Throughout this process, we communicate with insurance companies on your behalf. This protects your rights and ensures they understand the full scope of your damages. Many traumatic brain injury cases settle during this investigation and negotiation phase. When settlement negotiations fail to produce fair compensation, we prepare your case for trial. We know how to present complex medical evidence to a jury in a compelling, understandable way.
Frequently Asked Questions About Traumatic Brain Injury Claims
What is considered a traumatic brain injury?
A traumatic brain injury is an alteration in brain function caused by an external force. This includes concussions, contusions (bruising of brain tissue), diffuse axonal injuries (damage to nerve fibers), and penetrating injuries. Not all head injuries result in TBI. Some people experience head trauma without brain injury. Medical evaluation and imaging help determine whether a TBI has occurred. If you’ve experienced a head injury and are experiencing symptoms, seek medical evaluation promptly.
How long do I have to file a traumatic brain injury lawsuit in California?
California’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including traumatic brain injury cases, is generally two years from the date of injury. This means you have two years to file a lawsuit. However, certain circumstances may extend or shorten this deadline. These include situations when the injured party is a minor or when the injury is not immediately discovered. We recommend contacting an attorney promptly to ensure your rights are protected and deadlines are met.
What is the average settlement for a traumatic brain injury in Beverly Hills?
Traumatic brain injury settlements vary widely depending on case-specific factors. These include injury severity, medical expenses, lost wages, age, liability clarity, and insurance coverage. Mild concussions may settle for tens of thousands of dollars. Severe TBIs resulting in permanent disability may settle for hundreds of thousands or more. We evaluate your specific circumstances to provide a realistic assessment of your case value and discuss settlement strategy with you.
Can I recover compensation if I was partially at fault for my injury?
California follows a “comparative negligence” rule. Even if you were partially at fault for the accident causing your traumatic brain injury, you may still recover compensation. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were 20% at fault, you would recover 80% only. We investigate thoroughly to minimize any finding of comparative negligence and protect your recovery.
How long does a traumatic brain injury case take to resolve?
The timeline depends on case complexity, injury severity, and whether the case settles or goes to trial. Some cases resolve within months. Others take one to two years or longer. We work efficiently to move your case forward while ensuring we gather all necessary evidence and fully evaluate your damages before accepting any settlement. We keep you informed throughout the process.
What should I do immediately after a traumatic brain injury?
Seek immediate medical attention, even if you feel fine. Some TBI symptoms develop over hours or days. Follow your doctor’s treatment recommendations, keep detailed records of your symptoms and medical appointments, document how your injury affects your work and daily activities, avoid posting about your injury on social media, and contact an attorney before speaking with insurance companies. Early legal representation protects your rights and ensures evidence is properly preserved.
Do I need medical evidence to prove my TBI claim?
Yes. Medical evidence is important to establishing that you suffered a traumatic brain injury. It also documents its severity and impact. This includes medical records, imaging studies, neuropsychological testing, and expert medical testimony. We work with medical professionals to gather and present this evidence effectively. This ensures the full extent of your injury is documented and understood.
Contact Dordick Law Corporation for Your Free Traumatic Brain Injury Consultation
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury in Beverly Hills or Los Angeles, contact Dordick Law Corporation today. Dordick Law Corporation offer free consultations to discuss your case, answer your questions, and explain your legal options. Our team works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we recover fair compensation for you.
Don’t delay, contact our firm now. California’s statute of limitations limits the time you have to pursue your claim. Call (310) 736-2866 today or complete our online contact form to schedule your free consultation with an attorney who handles traumatic brain injury cases.
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