Phoenix Brain Injury Lawyers

A brain injury is one of the most serious potential consequences of an accident in Phoenix. Brain injuries affect everyone differently, but can cause lasting physical and cognitive damage. At Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, our Phoenix brain injury lawyers help clients seek fair financial compensation for bills and losses associated with their serious injuries. Find out how we can help you by requesting a free case consultation.

Why Choose Your Phoenix Brain Injury Lawyer From Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP?

• We know how to get life-changing results for our clients. We will pursue maximum financial compensation for your brain injury case, even if this means going to trial in Phoenix.
• Our attorneys understand brain injuries and how these personal injury claims work in Arizona. We will guide you through the legal process while making sure you have everything you need.

• We have a reputation for tirelessly supporting our clients. You will benefit from personalized legal services and individualized attention from your attorney every step of the way

• Our brain injury lawyers in Phoenix operate on a contingency fee basis, which means you won’t be charged any attorney’s fees unless we secure compensation for your case.

How Can a Brain Injury Lawyer in Phoenix Help Me?

Hiring a brain injury attorney can be essential during your case in Phoenix. You can count on your lawyer to explain and navigate Arizona’s personal injury laws on your behalf, reach the filing requirements, hire experts, and meet important deadlines while you focus on healing. 

A law firm will have connections to resources such as medical and brain injury experts to strengthen your case and improve your chances of success. Your lawyer can take over insurance settlement negotiations to fight for a fair outcome or, if necessary, represent your case in court.

Types of Traumatic Brain Injuries

A traumatic brain injury, also called a TBI, refers to an injury that is caused by an external source of harm or trauma, such as a bump, jolt or blow to the head or skull. An acquired brain injury, or ABI, stems from an internal source, such as suffocation or asphyxiation (leading to brain hypoxia, or a lack of oxygen to the brain).

Traumatic brain injuries are the most common type suffered in avoidable accidents, such as car crashes and falls. A concussion is an example of a TBI. While most concussions are mild, severe concussions can cause long-term brain damage. 

Other types of brain injuries include contusions, hematomas, swelling or edema, coup-contrecoup injuries, diffuse axonal injuries, penetrating injuries, and bleeding or hemorrhaging. Any brain injury should be viewed as a serious medical emergency.

Signs of a Brain Injury 

The symptoms of a brain injury can vary from person to person. The brain is a highly complex organ that can affect virtually all parts of the human body. For this reason, brain injury symptoms are unique to each individual.

Possible signs of a brain injury include: 

• Persistent headache
• Nausea or vomiting
• Dizziness or loss of balance
• Ringing in the ears 
• Blurred vision
• Loss of consciousness
• Confusion, disorientation or memory loss 
• Cognitive challenges
• Difficulty talking or communicating 
• Motor dysfunction
• Clear fluid leaking from nose or ears
• Coma or persistent vegetative state

Depending on the severity of the brain injury, the effects may last a few days, weeks, months or even years. Serious brain injuries can lead to permanent brain damage or death. At Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, we represent families in Phoenix wrongful death claims as well as individuals in personal injury cases.

What Can Cause a Brain Injury in Phoenix?

Any incident that involves a blow to the head or skull, or violent forces that shake or rotate the head rapidly, could inflict injury to the delicate tissues and cells of the brain.  

Common examples include:

• Motor vehicle accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents 
• Slip, trip and fall accidents 
• Struck-by falling objects or flying debris 
• Product liability
• Sports and recreational activities 
• Truck accidents
• Workplace and construction accidents

Many causes of brain injuries are preventable and can be traced back to human error or negligence, meaning someone’s failure to act with proper care. If your or a loved one’s injury was suffered in a vehicle crash, contact our Phoenix accident lawyers today. 

My Rights After Suffering a Brain Injury in Phoenix

If an investigation into the cause of your brain injury determines that someone else is at fault, you could qualify for financial compensation from that party’s insurance provider. An insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit filed in Maricopa County could lead to the financial recovery you need to pay for your medical expenses and other costs associated with the brain injury.

You may have the elements necessary to file a brain injury claim in Arizona if the following is true: 

1. The defendant (accused party) owed you a duty to act with reasonable care.
2. The defendant breached his or her duty of care by behaving carelessly, wantonly, recklessly or maliciously.
3. The defendant’s breach of duty was the actual or proximate cause of your brain injury.
4. You suffered real losses as a result, such as physical, emotional or financial losses.

Note that negligence is not the only grounds to file a personal injury claim in Arizona. You may also be able to bring a claim based on other legal doctrines, such as strict liability or breach of warranty. Discuss your specific brain injury case with our attorneys for an in-depth review of your rights and legal options.

Financial Compensation Available for Brain Injuries in Phoenix 

A brain injury can be highly expensive, requiring significant medical care such as surgeries, ongoing therapies and physical rehabilitation. They can also result in financial losses such as lost wages and missed employment opportunities, disability costs and accommodations, travel and transportation expenses, and around-the-clock care.

A successful claim against the party responsible for causing your brain injury could lead to financial compensation for all of these economic damages, among others. In addition, you can qualify for various noneconomic damages, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, mental anguish, psychological trauma, and loss of consortium.

Contact Our Experienced Brain Injury Attorneys Today 

Suffering a brain injury can be a frightening and frustrating experience. We are here to help you at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP. Our injury lawyers in Phoenix will carefully guide you through the process of seeking justice and fair financial compensation for your brain injury, making sure you feel seen and heard every step of the way 

Discuss your brain injury case in detail with one of our attorneys during a free consultation when you contact us. Call (877) 800-1700 today. Our Phoenix law office is located at 2850 Camelback Road, Suite 315, Phoenix, AZ 85016.