Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer | El Segundo, CA

When a traumatic brain injury (TBI) changes your life or the life of a loved one, you need strong legal representation to secure the compensation you deserve. At Bloom Injury Law in El Segundo, we understand the devastating impact of brain injuries and work tirelessly to help victims and their families navigate the complex legal process while pursuing maximum compensation for their injuries.

Injured? Better Call Bloom!

If you've experienced an injury due to someone else's negligence, contact Bloom Injury Law today for a free consultation. Call (310) 525-5985 or contact us online.

Financial Compensation You May Be Entitled To After a Traumatic Brain Injury

A traumatic brain injury can result in significant financial burden for victims and their families. At Bloom Injury Law, we help our clients pursue various types of compensation to address both immediate and long-term needs. Here are the primary categories of compensation you may be entitled to:

• Medical Expenses: Coverage for all past and current medical treatments, including emergency care, surgeries, hospital stays, and doctor visits.
• Future Medical Care: Compensation for anticipated medical needs, including ongoing therapy, rehabilitation services, and potential future surgeries.
• Lost Wages: Reimbursement for income lost during recovery, including salary, bonuses, commissions, and other employment benefits.
• Loss of Earning Capacity: Compensation for reduced ability to earn income in the future due to TBI-related limitations or disabilities.
• Home Modifications: Coverage for necessary changes to your residence to accommodate new physical limitations or mobility needs.
• Adaptive Equipment: Funding for medical devices, mobility aids, or assistive technology needed for daily living activities.
• In-Home Care: Compensation for professional caregivers, nursing services, or family members who must provide ongoing care.
• Pain and Suffering: Financial recovery for physical discomfort, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life resulting from the injury.
• Mental Anguish: Compensation for psychological impacts, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other emotional challenges related to the TBI.
• Loss of Enjoyment: Recovery for inability to participate in previously enjoyed activities, hobbies, or lifestyle choices.
• Loss of Consortium: Compensation for impact on relationships with spouse, children, or other family members due to the injury.
• Transportation Costs: Coverage for medical appointments, therapy sessions, and other injury-related travel expenses.
• Occupational Therapy: Funding for services that help you regain skills needed for work or daily activities.
• Cognitive Rehabilitation: Compensation for programs and treatments designed to improve memory, concentration, and other cognitive functions.
• Property Damage: Reimbursement for any personal property damaged in the incident that caused the TBI.

At Bloom Injury Law, we understand that every traumatic brain injury case is unique. Our legal team works diligently to identify and pursue all forms of compensation you may be entitled to under California law. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your specific situation and learn how we can help maximize your recovery.

How Our Traumatic Brain Injury Attorneys Can Help

Immediate Case Assessment and Investigation

At Bloom Injury Law, we begin by conducting a thorough investigation of your traumatic brain injury case. Our team meticulously gathers and analyzes police reports, medical records, witness statements, and any available video footage of the incident. This comprehensive approach helps establish liability and builds a strong foundation for your claim.

Medical Documentation and Evidence Compilation

We work closely with your healthcare providers to obtain detailed documentation of your injuries and treatment. Our attorneys maintain organized records of all medical procedures, medications, therapy sessions, and rehabilitation efforts. This thorough documentation proves crucial in demonstrating the full extent of your injuries and their impact on your life.

Accident Reconstruction and Expert Coordination

When necessary, we collaborate with accident reconstruction professionals to create detailed analyses of how your injury occurred. These reconstructions often prove invaluable in demonstrating liability and explaining complex scenarios to insurance companies or jury members. We also coordinate with medical professionals who can provide testimony about your condition and future needs.

Insurance Negotiation and Communication

Our attorneys handle all communications with insurance companies, protecting you from potentially damaging interactions. We understand insurance companies' tactics and strategies, allowing us to negotiate effectively on your behalf. This includes rejecting inadequate settlement offers and demanding fair compensation that reflects the true value of your claim.

Comprehensive Damage Assessment

We conduct a detailed evaluation of all damages related to your traumatic brain injury. This includes calculating current and future medical expenses, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, and necessary lifestyle modifications. We also assess non-economic damages such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of life enjoyment to ensure your compensation claim reflects the full impact of your injury.

Litigation Preparation and Representation

While many cases settle out of court, we prepare every case as if it will go to trial. This thorough preparation often leads to better settlement offers and ensures we're ready if litigation becomes necessary. Our attorneys develop compelling legal arguments, gather persuasive evidence, and craft effective trial strategies to present your case convincingly.

Long-term Planning and Support

Understanding that traumatic brain injuries often require ongoing care, we help develop comprehensive plans for your future needs. This includes working with life care planners to estimate future medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and necessary support services. We ensure your settlement or verdict accounts for these long-term requirements.

Resource Coordination and Referrals

Beyond legal representation, we maintain connections with medical professionals, rehabilitation specialists, and support services throughout El Segundo and surrounding areas. We can help connect you with appropriate healthcare providers and support resources to assist in your recovery journey while we handle the legal aspects of your case.

Family Support and Guidance

We recognize that traumatic brain injuries affect entire families. Our attorneys provide guidance and support to family members, helping them understand the legal process and their role in supporting the injured person. We ensure families have the information and resources needed to make informed decisions about their loved one's care and legal options.

Appeals and Post-Trial Support

If necessary, our commitment extends beyond the initial verdict. We handle appeals and post-trial motions with the same dedication and attention to detail as the initial case. Our attorneys work tirelessly to protect your interests throughout the entire legal process, from initial consultation through final resolution.

Common Causes of Traumatic Brain Injury

At Bloom Injury Law, we regularly assist clients who have suffered traumatic brain injuries from various accidents and incidents. Understanding the cause of your TBI is crucial for building a strong legal case and determining liability. Here are the most common causes we encounter:

• Vehicle Accidents: Car crashes, motorcycle collisions, and truck accidents can cause severe head trauma due to the force of impact. These accidents often result in both direct head injuries and secondary brain damage from rapid acceleration/deceleration. Our California car accident lawyers are experienced in TBI cases.
• Slip and Fall Incidents: Falls, especially from heights or on hard surfaces, frequently cause traumatic brain injuries. Even seemingly minor falls can result in serious brain trauma, particularly in elderly individuals.
• Workplace Accidents: Construction site falls, falling objects, equipment malfunctions, and other job-related incidents can lead to severe head trauma. These cases often involve workers' compensation claims alongside potential third-party liability.
• Sports-Related Impact: Contact sports, recreational activities, and athletic competitions can result in concussions and more severe brain injuries. These injuries commonly occur in football, soccer, boxing, and other high-impact sports. Our sports injury lawyers are well-versed in getting you the compensation you deserve after a sports-related TBI.
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents: Collisions between vehicles and pedestrians or cyclists frequently result in traumatic brain injuries due to the vulnerable nature of these road users. These accidents often cause severe trauma due to direct impact with vehicles or secondary impact with the ground.
• Medical Malpractice: Surgical errors, anesthesia complications, birth trauma, and oxygen deprivation can cause severe brain damage. These cases require thorough investigation of medical records and professional standards of care.
• Acts of Violence: Assault, domestic violence, and other intentional acts can cause traumatic brain injuries through direct head trauma. These cases may involve both criminal and civil legal proceedings.
• Struck By/Against Events: Being hit by falling objects, walking into fixed objects, or being struck by moving equipment can cause significant brain trauma. These accidents commonly occur in retail settings, construction sites, and public spaces.
• Explosion Blast Injuries: Explosions can cause traumatic brain injuries through blast waves, even without direct head impact. These injuries are particularly common in industrial accidents or construction site incidents.
• Product Defects: Malfunctioning safety equipment, defective helmets, or other faulty products meant to protect against head injuries can lead to brain trauma. These cases often involve product liability claims against manufacturers or distributors.
• Recreation Accidents: Amusement park rides, water sports, and other recreational activities can result in brain injuries due to impact or rapid movement. These cases may involve complex liability issues with multiple responsible parties.
• Birth-Related Trauma: Improper use of delivery tools, delayed cesarean sections, or oxygen deprivation during birth can cause infant brain injuries. These cases require careful analysis of medical procedures and standards.

Why Choose Bloom Injury Law for Your TBI Case?

When selecting legal representation for a traumatic brain injury case, you need a law firm with proven experience and a track record of successful outcomes. Here's why Bloom Injury Law stands out as your advocate:

• Proven Results: Our firm has secured substantial settlements and verdicts for traumatic brain injury victims throughout California. We understand what it takes to maximize your compensation.
• Dedicated Personal Attention: You'll work directly with our attorneys throughout your case, not be passed off to paralegals or case managers. We maintain regular communication and provide updates on your case progress.
• No Upfront Costs: We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case. All initial consultations are free of charge.
• Strong Resources: We collaborate with leading medical professionals, life care planners, and economic experts to build compelling cases for our clients.
• Trial-Ready Approach: While many cases settle out of court, we prepare every case as if it will go to trial, strengthening our negotiating position with insurance companies.
• Accessible Location: Our El Segundo office is conveniently located to serve clients throughout the area, and we're available for consultations when you need us.

Contact Bloom Injury Law today for a free consultation. Let us show you how our experience handling traumatic brain injury cases can make a difference in your recovery and compensation.

Signs You May Have a Traumatic Brain Injury

If you've experienced a blow to the head or violent jolt to your body, it's crucial to recognize potential signs of a traumatic brain injury. These symptoms may appear immediately or develop over days and weeks following an incident:

• Loss of Consciousness: Any period of unconsciousness, from a few seconds to minutes, can indicate a traumatic brain injury. Even brief blackouts should be taken seriously.
• Persistent Headaches: Ongoing headaches that worsen over time, especially when accompanied by nausea or sensitivity to light. This may indicate pressure building in the brain.
• Memory Problems: Difficulty remembering recent events, trouble retaining new information, or gaps in memory about the incident itself. These cognitive issues may affect both short and long-term memory.
• Balance Issues: Unexplained dizziness, vertigo, or problems with coordination and balance. These symptoms often worsen with movement or position changes.
• Sleep Disturbances: Unusual sleeping patterns, including sleeping more than usual, difficulty sleeping, or changes in regular sleep habits. These changes often persist beyond normal post-accident recovery.
• Mood Changes: Unexpected irritability, depression, anxiety, or emotional outbursts that seem out of character. Personality changes may be subtle at first but become more noticeable over time.
• Sensory Problems: Blurred vision, ringing in the ears, changes in smell or taste, or increased sensitivity to light and sound. These symptoms may fluctuate but shouldn't be ignored.
• Concentration Difficulties: Problems focusing, feeling mentally foggy, or having trouble completing familiar tasks. This can affect work performance and daily activities.
• Physical Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, fatigue, or seizures that develop after head trauma. These physical manifestations may appear immediately or develop gradually.
• Speech Changes: Slurred speech, trouble finding words, or difficulty understanding conversations. Communication problems can be subtle but significant indicators of brain injury.

Why Holding the Responsible Party Accountable is So Important to Us

Our personal injury lawyers believe in the fundamental importance of accountability when it comes to traumatic brain injuries. Here's why we fight so diligently to hold responsible parties accountable for their actions:

• Medical Security: Holding responsible parties accountable ensures our clients receive funding for both immediate and long-term medical care. Brain injury treatment often requires years of ongoing care and rehabilitation.
• Prevention of Future Harm: By holding negligent parties responsible, our traumatic brain injury attorneys help prevent similar incidents from happening to others. Each case we handle sends a clear message about the consequences of negligent behavior.
• Family Protection: Securing proper compensation helps protect families from financial hardship while they focus on their loved one's recovery. This includes coverage for lost wages, medical bills, and necessary home modifications.
• Insurance Company Accountability: Our traumatic brain injury attorneys ensure insurance companies fulfill their obligations and don't minimize the severe impact of brain injuries on victims' lives. This helps set precedents for fair treatment of future TBI victims.
• Industry Standards: Successfully holding companies accountable for unsafe practices often leads to improved safety protocols and better industry standards. This creates lasting positive change beyond individual cases.
• Justice for Victims: Beyond compensation, our clients deserve acknowledgment of the harm they've suffered and the dramatic impact it has had on their lives. Accountability provides a sense of closure and justice.

Contact Bloom Injury Law today, and let us help you hold responsible parties accountable for your traumatic brain injury. Your case could not only secure your future but also help prevent similar injuries to others.

Get the Legal Support You Need for Your Traumatic Brain Injury Case

Don't face the challenges of a traumatic brain injury alone. At Bloom Injury Law, we're ready to help you pursue the compensation you deserve. Contact our El Segundo office today for a free, no-obligation consultation.

Injured? Better Call Bloom!

If you've experienced an injury due to someone else's negligence, contact Bloom Injury Law today for a free consultation. Call (310) 525-5985 or contact us online.

Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer FAQs

What is the statute of limitations for filing a traumatic brain injury claim in California?

In California, you typically have two years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury claim. However, if your injury was not immediately discovered, the timeline may begin from the date of discovery. For claims against government entities, you must file within six months.

How much does it cost to hire a traumatic brain injury lawyer?

We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing upfront. We only receive payment if we successfully recover compensation for you, typically as a percentage of the settlement or verdict amount.

Can I still file a personal injury claim if my loved one is unable to communicate due to their brain injury? Yes, family members can pursue legal action on behalf of an incapacitated loved one by becoming their legal guardian or conservator. We can guide you through this process while pursuing the injury claim.

What if my brain injury symptoms didn't appear until days or weeks after the accident? This is common with traumatic brain injuries. You can still pursue a claim, but it's crucial to seek medical attention as soon as symptoms appear and document when you first noticed them. Early documentation strengthens the connection between the accident and your injury.

How long does a traumatic brain injury case typically take to resolve?

Each case is unique, but TBI cases often take 12-24 months to resolve due to their complexity and the need to fully understand the long-term impact of the injury. Some cases may resolve sooner through settlement, while others requiring trial may take longer.

What if multiple parties are responsible for my traumatic brain injury?

Under California's comparative negligence laws, we can file claims against all responsible parties. This might include property owners, employers, manufacturers, or multiple drivers in a vehicle accident. Each party may be held responsible for their percentage of fault.

What compensation is available if I can no longer work due to my brain injury?

You may be entitled to compensation for all lost wages, including future earning capacity, benefits, pension contributions, and career advancement opportunities. We work with economic experts to calculate the full lifetime value of your lost earning potential. Our catastrophic injury lawyers are here to help you get the compensation you deserve after a TBI.

Will I have to testify in court about my brain injury?

While most cases settle out of court, you should be prepared for the possibility of testifying if your case goes to trial. We thoroughly prepare our clients for any court appearances and handle most of the legal proceedings on your behalf.

How do you prove the long-term effects of a brain injury?

We use medical records, expert testimony, neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic imaging, and life care planning experts to demonstrate both current and future impacts of your injury. We may also gather testimony from family members and coworkers about changes in your abilities and behavior.

What if I was partially at fault for the accident that caused my brain injury?

California follows comparative negligence rules, meaning you can still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault. Your percentage of fault would reduce your compensation, but you maintain the right to pursue a claim.

Contact Bloom Injury Law for answers to more specific questions about your traumatic brain injury case. We're here to provide clear, straightforward information about your legal options.