There are many events that can cause a traumatic brain injury such as an assault, a car accident, a motorcycle accident, a fall, a defective product, a farming accident, or a medical error such as a delay in diagnosing a stroke or brain bleed. The first step a brain injury lawyer takes is to analyze [...]

Yes, even if you are partially at fault for causing the incident that led to your injuries, in New York you may still bring a claim against the other at fault party. Percentages and degrees of fault are reviewed by attorneys and insurance adjustors during settlement and liability discussions.  If a case is not resolved, [...]

The monetary cost of living with a traumatic brain injury can be staggering. There may be medical bills, surgeries, rehabilitation costs, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medications, assistive devices such a wheelchair or orthotic devices, assistive technology, and modifications needed to the home and living environment. A traumatic brain injury may also prevent someone from being [...]

Traumatic brain injury symptoms might not appear right away. Oftentimes those with a brain injury may look “normal” even though the victim is suffering from cognitive, physical, and emotional repercussions. CT scans or MRIs of the brain can help prove that an individual has suffered a brain injury. Assessments from experts such neuropsychological testing of [...]

The statute of limitations or time within which to file your claim depends on the nature of the underlying incident that caused your injuries. In New York, personal injuries caused by the negligence of another have a 3-year statute of limitations. Personal injuries in New York caused by the medical malpractice of a health care [...]

Personal injury cases are most often handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning an attorney does not get paid for his or her services until a favorable settlement or a successful verdict at trial is obtained.

While there are no prohibitions on what type of law or cases an attorney can handle, it is very important when dealing with a traumatic brain injury to work with and hire an experienced personal injury attorney who is well versed not just in personal injury matters, but has the skills and medical knowledge to [...]