A traumatic head injury is one of the most common forms of personal injury. There are several different types of accidents that can cause head injuries including but not limited to car accidents, slip and falls, truck accidents and motorcycle accidents. In fact, slip and falls are the number one cause of a head injury in the United States.
Concussion and mild traumatic brain injury (or “MTBI”) are common injuries. In spite of its abbreviated name, this injury can have serious consequences. Although a MTBI can occur as a result of any number of accidents, general knowledge about brain injuries is not nearly as accurate as it should be. In order to protect yourself and your loved ones from receiving such injuries, and to make sure that such injuries are properly diagnosed and treated, it is important to understand precisely what concussions are.
If you or family member has the misfortune to suffer a concussion that is the fault of another, you should seek legal, as well as medical, advice because the law allows you to be compensated for your medical care, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The personal injury attorneys at California Trial Law Group, PC are well-prepared to assist you in pursuing a lawsuit to make sure that you receive the damages you deserve. We have a fine track record of successful settlements as well as positive courtroom verdicts.
A concussion results from a mechanical force or trauma to the head, characterized by immediate and transient alteration in brain function. You needn’t lose consciousness to indicate that you have suffered a concussion, though your level of consciousness may be temporarily altered. In the majority of cases, patients who suffer concussions do not lose consciousness, so it is possible to be unaware that you have had a MTBI. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), over one and a half million people suffer MTBIs each year; the agency has designated the problem as an epidemic. While every year over one million patients are treated in ERs and released, about a quarter of a million of those affected require hospitalization.
There are a number of causes for brain injuries, including slip and fall accidents, intentional or accidental blows to the head, sports injuries and car accidents. MTBIs can also occur as a result of the upper body being violently shaken, as in shaken baby syndrome. Even a “mild” traumatic injury can result in neurological and/or psychological problems.
Computerized Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans are used to detect areas of bleeding in the brain, but are not sensitive enough to detect nerve damage. Because not all concussions can be diagnosed by imaging scans, it is important that other tests be used by careful medical professionals to assess symptoms. It is also important for patients to be retested to make sure they haven’t developed new symptoms over time. This is particularly true of brain swelling which may take days to develop.
You may suffer some or all of the following symptoms as a result of a concussion:
Most of the time symptoms appear soon after the incident, but in some cases a patient appears fine and develops symptoms days, weeks, months, or even years afterward. When this happens the condition may initially be diagnosed as post-concussion syndrome.
As personal injury attorneys, California Trial Law Group are aware of many ways in which someone else may bear responsibility for your MTBI because they have:
In any of the above situations, we may be able to file a lawsuit against the party who, through intention or negligence, caused you harm.
Damages for Concussion Injuries
Our personal injury attorneys have a well-earned reputation. We seek both economic and non-economic injuries for our clients. The former are compensation for actual financial losses: medical and rehabilitative costs, lost wages (present and future), and property damage (e.g. in a car accident). The latter are intangible injuries such as physical pain and mental distress. On occasion, when the defendant has behaved particularly badly, by committing an assault for example, our skilled attorneys may be able to obtain punitive damages for you as well as compensatory ones.
It is difficult enough to cope with a head injury involving a concussion without having to deal with the related insurance and legal matters. Come to California Trial Law Group where our knowledgeable, highly capable attorneys will take over all logistical aspects of your case? Once we meet with you for your free initial consultation, we will work efficiently and effectively while you focus on recovering from your trauma. We will work diligently to obtain you every bit of compensation you deserve; you will owe us nothing until we do. You can reach our office by telephone or be filling out a contact form on our website.
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I highly recommend Ike Kaludi and his team for anyone needing legal assistance in personal injury cases. Ike's extensive experience was evident and very helpful throughout the process. He was always ready to explain each step, discuss all possible outcomes, and provide examples from previous cases, which greatly aided my understanding and decision-making.
We operate on a Zero Fee Guarantee for personal injury and employment-related cases. This means that you don't pay any attorney's fees unless we recover compensation for you. In other words, if we don't win your case, you don't owe us anything. This is a common practice for plaintiff law firms and ensures that our clients can pursue justice without worrying about upfront costs.
Additionally, the cost of a consultation is free for personal injury and employment-related matters. You should feel confident contacting our firm to learn more about your case and how we can help you seek compensation for your injuries or employment issues.
Most of the attorney fees and litigation costs, when the case is successful, are typically covered by the money recovered from your case. However, it's important to note that if a client decides to terminate our services before a resolution is reached, they may be responsible for any attorney fees and litigation costs incurred up to that point. No recovery, no charge is our standard practice, and we are committed to providing you with the best legal representation without financial risk.
When selecting a legal professional to represent your case, it is important to find someone with high credentials, worthy memberships, and a proven record of obtaining success for clients. These are indicators of an attorney's dedication and skills. At California Trial Law Group, we hold membership on the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association, Consumer Attorneys of California, the Alameda County Bar Association, California Employment Lawyers Association, and various other organizations dedicated to representing injured individuals and employees. Our lawyers have received high marks by clients and peers on Superlawyers and AVVO.
Lawsuits are subject to California's statute of limitations; a set of laws that limits the amount of time you have to file a lawsuit. Below are some common deadlines to watch for:
You must file a personal injury lawsuit within two years of the accident or the date you discovered the injury. If you are filing suit against a government entity for personal injury, you only have six months.
Aggrieved ex-employees who have been wrongfully terminated must file their claims within two years of termination. Even though California is an at-will state, employers cannot fire their employees for an illegal reason, such as their ethnicity, age, or gender.
Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) discrimination claims are a two-step process because claimants have one year to file administrative complaints under the FEHA, and then an additional year to file a lawsuit after they receive a right-to-sue letter.
California Family Rights Act (CFRA) Retaliation Claims: Similar to FEHA, a person loses the right to file a lawsuit one year after the CFRA agency sends a right-to-sue letter.
Most unpaid wage claims are subject to a three-year statute of limitations. Under the Unfair Competition Law (UCL), the time period is extended to four years for unpaid wage claims under the Unfair Competition Law, while wage statement claims must be brought within one year.
If you were injured in a preventable accident or in connection with your employment, then you likely have reasonable cause for a claim. By contacting our firm, we can help you make this determination.
Speak with a lawyer immediately after you seek medical help for your injury. Get the medical attention that you need, then contact an attorney about your legal rights and options. Your health is the most important thing, but your future, finances, and rights are important too.
The value of a personal injury claim or lawsuit depends on a multitude of factors: the extent of your injuries, your medical expenses, your emotional damages, and more. If you missed work because of an injury, you can seek additional compensation for lost wages. Schedule a consultation with our firm to learn more about your legal opportunities after an accident.
The duration of any case is subject the particular circumstances of that case. We will be better able to answer this question after reviewing your case and determining how to best move forward. You can call our firm today for a free consultation.
Our firm is dedicated to your case and will take the time necessary to ensure that you receive all that you deserve, even if it does take years. We will take care of as much of the process as possible, so you don't have to lose valuable time and can focus on your medical treatment and recovering.
Many insurance companies have a base equation that they use to calculate settlement offers. Unfortunately, this initial amount is usually insufficient because insurance adjustors usually try to save the insurance companies money . Thus, victims should not seek to close their case too quickly, but consult a personal injury lawyer to receive a fair offer. California Trial Law Group ensure that the insurance companies treat our client's fairly, that they not undervalue your case, and that you will ultimately receive a favorable settlement.
You may receive compensation for past and future medical expenses, pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of earnings, property damage, and for other expenses you incurred. In the case of wrongful death, the family may receive an amount to cover the loss of future income as well as loss of companionship. As part of our service, we will discuss in detail an amount of compensation that you deserve and that we will fight for to obtain.
No. Many cases are settled out of court. Our firm, however, is well prepared to take a defendant to court if they do not give our client the amount that we feel our client is entitled to.
We are a firm dedicated to serving the needs of our clients and your best interest come first and foremost. When you are looking for reliable, unyielding legal representation there is no better firm to turn to than California Trial Law Group.
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