Denver Brain & Spine Injury Lawyer
The team of experienced brain and spine injury lawyers at Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C., understand the complexities and challenges individuals face when dealing with brain and spine injuries. Our dedicated team of legal professionals is here to provide you with the support and guidance you need during this difficult time. With our expertise and commitment, we strive to help you secure the compensation and justice you deserve.
Common Causes and Symptoms of Traumatic Brain & Spine Injuries
Common causes of brain and spine injuries due to negligence include motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, bicycle accidents, and motorcycle accidents.
Brain and spine injuries can manifest in a variety of symptoms, each presenting its own set of challenges.
Common symptoms of brain injuries include:
- Headaches
- Confusion
- Memory problems
- Mood swings
- Sensitivity to light or noise
Spine injuries often lead to symptoms such as:
- Pain
- Numbness
- Tingling
- Muscle weakness
- Difficulty with coordination
If you or a loved one experience any of these symptoms after an accident or injury, make sure to get medical help and legal advice to protect your well-being and rights.
After You’ve Seen a Doctor
If a brain or spine injury you’re suffering from (or someone you love is suffering from) is due to another person’s negligence, you’ll want to speak with a skilled attorney to review your case. Our Denver legal team can help ensure you receive the care and compensation you or your loved one need to move forward with recovery.
Determining Liability
When a person’s negligence or mistake causes an injury, they might be responsible for the resulting damage. A drunk driver, for example, might be responsible for a brain or spine injury that someone else suffered in the crash.
Assigning liability can be tricky, so collecting as much information as possible about your situation and taking your case to an experienced attorney is always best. Our Denver legal team has a long and proven track record, and we can help ensure you get just compensation from a liable party.
Calculating the Costs
After suffering a brain or spine injury, it is essential to pay attention to any symptoms you may be experiencing as they may signify a traumatic injury. Depending on the severity of the injury, the liable party may be responsible for compensating your medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, and physical impairment, among other damages.
This calculation requires a thorough review from healthcare experts and an experienced attorney. At Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C., we can help ensure you receive fair compensation to cover all the costs associated with your injury. You should not experience financial strain due to someone else's negligent actions.
Because of the complex nature of brain or spine injuries and their underlying causes, it is essential to contact our Denver legal team if you or someone you know is suffering from these types of injuries. Brain injuries, in particular, can have serious repercussions, including brain damage, memory loss, personality changes, physical alterations, and more.In some cases, those who suffer brain injuries can no longer return to work and may require extra care at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the common causes of brain and spine injuries due to negligence?
Common causes of brain and spine injuries due to negligence include motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, bicycle accidents, and motorcycle accidents.
What are the symptoms of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or a serious spinal injury?
The common symptoms of a TBI include:
- Loss of consciousness
- Dizziness
- Paralysis
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Changes in vision
- Slow pulse
For a serious spine injury, a person can suffer from:
- Extreme back, head, or neck pain/pressure
- Weakness or paralysis
- Numbness or tingling sensations in the hands, fingers, feet, or toes
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
What are the long-term effects of brain and spine injuries?
The long-term effects of brain and spine injuries can vary widely, but they may include chronic pain, mobility issues, cognitive impairment, emotional changes, and loss of function in affected areas.
How do I determine liability?
If someone else’s negligence or mistake caused your injury, they are probably responsible for the resulting damage. For example, if you were injured in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, that driver is responsible for the brain or spine injury you suffered in the crash.
It’s always best to collect as much information as possible about your situation and take your case to an attorney experienced in brain and spine injury cases. Our Colorado personal injury team has over 30 years of expertise and a track record of winning cases. We’ll ensure you get just compensation from the liable party’s insurer.
How can I prove that someone else's negligence was the cause of a brain or spine injury?
This typically requires gathering evidence such as medical records, witness testimonies, expert opinions, and documentation of the incident and its consequences. Our personal injury team is adept at putting the puzzle pieces together for you, has years of experience doing exactly that, and will present your claim to the responsible insurer in a compelling way to ensure you get maximum recovery for your losses. Proving personal injury cases is what we do every single day!
What types of compensation can I seek for my brain or spine injury?
Compensation for brain and spine injuries can include medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, impairment, and loss of earning capacity.
How are damages calculated?
Calculating these costs will require a thorough review from healthcare experts and an experienced attorney. At Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C., we believe you should not experience financial strain due to someone else’s negligent actions. We’ll seek fair compensation to cover all the costs associated with your injury.
How long do I have to file a lawsuit for a brain or spine injury?
In Colorado, you have a maximum of three years to file a claim if your brain or spine injury was caused by someone driving a car. Otherwise, individuals who sustain a brain or spine injury have two years from the date of injury to initiate a personal injury claim.
Can I pursue a legal claim for a brain or spinal injury if the incident occurred at a business?
Yes, you have a premises liability claim if your brain or spinal injury occurred on a business’s premises and it resulted from an unsafe condition. Business owners have a duty to maintain a safe environment for their customers. A lawyer experienced in premises liability cases can evaluate the circumstances, determine liability, and pursue compensation on your behalf. The team at Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C. can help.
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