San Francisco Brain Injury Attorney
Experienced Legal Advocacy for Brain Injury Victims in San Francisco
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change your life in an instant. The physical, emotional, and financial toll of such an injury can feel overwhelming. Whether caused by a car accident, medical malpractice, or another act of negligence, the effects of a brain injury often require long-term treatment and can leave victims with permanent challenges. At Peterson Injury Law, we understand the profound impact a brain injury has on your life and are here to ensure you get the justice and compensation you deserve.
Backed by more than 30 years of experience, founding attorney Erik L. Peterson has successfully represented countless brain injury victims, securing multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements. Our compassionate and aggressive legal team is dedicated to helping you rebuild your future.
Call (415) 630-2913 today or contact us online for a free consultation.
Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries
A traumatic brain injury occurs when an external force causes damage to the brain, often leading to long-term physical, cognitive, and emotional impairments. TBIs can range in severity, from mild concussions to severe injuries resulting in permanent disability or even death.
Types of Brain Injuries:
- Mild TBI (Concussion): Often caused by a blow to the head, concussions may result in headaches, dizziness, and temporary memory issues.
- Moderate TBI: Characterized by loss of consciousness lasting up to six hours, moderate TBIs often require extensive treatment.
- Severe TBI: Caused by significant trauma, severe TBIs involve loss of consciousness for more than six hours and can result in permanent brain damage.
While the symptoms of a mild TBI may resolve over time, moderate to severe cases often require ongoing medical treatment, rehabilitation, and therapy. These challenges can lead to significant financial and emotional strain.
Common Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries often result from accidents or incidents that could have been prevented. At Peterson Injury Law, we handle cases where another party’s negligence contributed to the injury.
Common Causes of TBIs:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: High-impact collisions involving cars, motorcycles, trucks, or bicycles are a leading cause of brain injuries.
- Slip and Fall Accidents: Unsafe property conditions, such as wet floors or broken staircases, can lead to traumatic brain injuries.
- Medical Malpractice: Mistakes during surgery, misdiagnosis, or delayed treatment can cause or worsen brain injuries.
- Workplace Accidents: Falls from heights, heavy machinery accidents, or other unsafe conditions often result in TBIs.
- Violence or Assault: Blunt force trauma from an assault can lead to severe brain damage.
If you or a loved one has suffered a TBI due to someone else’s negligence, Peterson Injury Law is here to hold the responsible parties accountable.
Symptoms and Long-Term Impact of Brain Injuries
The effects of a brain injury can vary depending on severity but often extend far beyond the initial trauma. Many victims experience symptoms that affect their physical, cognitive, emotional, and social lives.
Common Symptoms of a TBI:
- Physical Symptoms: Persistent headaches, dizziness, fatigue, seizures, or loss of motor function.
- Cognitive Symptoms: Memory loss, difficulty concentrating, confusion, and slower information processing.
- Behavioral Changes: Anxiety, depression, mood swings, aggression, or loss of impulse control.
- Sensory Symptoms: Blurred vision, hearing loss, sensitivity to light or sound, and impaired sense of taste or smell.
Severe brain injuries may lead to permanent disabilities, loss of independence, and a significantly diminished quality of life. These consequences necessitate a legal team experienced in valuing the full extent of your damages and advocating for maximum compensation.
Why Choose Peterson Injury Law?
Brain injury cases are complex, requiring a deep understanding of medical and legal issues to ensure the victim receives adequate compensation. Peterson Injury Law stands out for its proven track record, personalized client care, and commitment to delivering successful outcomes.
What Sets Us Apart:
- Decades of Experience: Erik Peterson has over 30 years of experience handling high-stakes personal injury cases, including TBIs.
- Proven Results: Our firm’s track record includes multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts, such as $21 million for a brain injury from a truck accident.
- Comprehensive Strategy: We work with medical experts, neurologists, and life care planners to build a strong case that reflects the long-term impact of your injury.
- Compassionate Advocacy: We understand how challenging this time is for you and your family and provide supportive, empathetic legal guidance.
- Recognized Excellence: Erik Peterson is consistently honored by prestigious organizations, including Super Lawyers® and The Best Lawyers in America©.
When you work with Peterson Injury Law, you can trust that your case is in experienced and capable hands.
Compensation for Brain Injury Cases
A traumatic brain injury often results in extensive financial and emotional burdens. At Peterson Injury Law, our goal is to secure compensation that reflects the full scope of your losses, ensuring you have the resources to move forward.
What Can You Recover?
- Medical Expenses: Covers hospital bills, surgeries, medications, rehabilitation, and future treatments.
- Lost Income: Compensation for wages lost during recovery and reduced earning capacity due to permanent disability.
- Pain and Suffering: Damages for physical pain, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life.
- Assistive Care: Costs for home care, mobility aids, or therapy to regain independence.
- Lifestyle Adjustments: Expenses for home modifications, such as ramps or stairlifts, to accommodate new physical needs.
We tailor our legal strategies to ensure you and your family receive the resources necessary for both immediate recovery and long-term stability.
How Peterson Injury Law Builds Your Case
Traumatic brain injury cases require meticulous investigation and preparation to establish liability and quantify damages. At Peterson Injury Law, we handle every aspect of your case, allowing you to focus on recovery.
Our Process:
- Free Consultation: We evaluate the details of your case and explain your legal options.
- Thorough Investigation: We gather evidence, including medical records, accident reports, and expert witness testimony.
- Valuing Your Claim: We assess both economic and non-economic damages to ensure you receive fair and comprehensive compensation.
- Negotiation: We engage insurers and opposing parties in pursuing a settlement that reflects your needs.
- Trial-Readiness: If necessary, we are fully prepared to take your case to court to advocate for your rights.
Act Now to Protect Your Rights
California law imposes strict deadlines on filing personal injury claims. For brain injury cases, victims typically have two years from the date of the incident to take legal action. Acting promptly not only preserves your right to compensation but also allows us to gather crucial evidence before it’s lost.
Contact Peterson Injury Law Today
Your path to recovery starts here. Trust Peterson Injury Law to guide you through this challenging time and fight for the compensation and justice you deserve.
If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury due to negligence, you deserve dedicated legal support to help you secure the future you need. At Peterson Injury Law, we fight tirelessly to make sure our clients receive fair compensation and justice for the harm they’ve endured.
Call us today at (415) 630-2913 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation.
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