When a Head Injury Alters Your Life Forever
A split‑second jolt on I‑95, a fall accident on a Center City sidewalk, or a surgical error in a local hospital can shatter normal brain function and leave victims facing mounting medical bills, dizzying cognitive impairments, and years of rehab. Whether your brain injury was caused by a serious car crash, a sports collision, or medical negligence, our Philadelphia brain injury lawyers act quickly to gather evidence, line up expert neurologists, and pursue full and fair compensation from every negligent party.
From our Center City office, we fight for injured Pennsylvanians across the Greater Philadelphia area, including Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester Counties.
Why Families Trust The Law Offices of Craig A. Altman After a Head Injury
Before we dive into what we do, here’s why clients choose our experienced legal team:
Proven results in catastrophic cases – We have secured life‑changing settlements and verdicts for individuals with severe head trauma and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs).
Rapid evidence collection – From crash‑scene paint scrapes to surveillance footage, we preserve proof before insurance adjusters can spin a story.
Specialized medical partnerships – Our network of neurologists and neuropsychologists documents diffuse axonal injury, brain contusions, and post‑concussion deficits with precision.
Contingency‑fee representation – You pay nothing up front; we advance costs and collect a fee only when we win.
Clear communication – We translate neurology jargon and legal procedure into plain English so you always understand the next step.
Bottom line: Our traumatic brain injury lawyers will build airtight cases so insurance companies know stalling will only cost them more.
How Brain Injuries Happen
Before reviewing legal options, it helps to understand the medical landscape. Traumatic brain injuries range from mild concussions to penetrating wounds that cause permanent disabilities. No two brain injury cases are the same, but most fall into one of the categories below.
Type of Head Injury | Typical Cause | Key Symptoms |
|---|---|---|
Concussion (mild TBI) | Blunt force trauma in sports or a minor car accident | Headache, confusion, memory gaps |
Diffuse axonal injury | High‑speed rollovers, falls from height | Loss of consciousness, severe cognitive decline |
Brain contusion | Direct impact with the dashboard or the ground | Localized bleeding, swelling, and seizures |
Penetrating head injury | Debris or a bullet enters the skull | Focal deficits, infection risk |
Closed head injury | Whiplash‑style motion with no skull fracture | Mood swings, chronic headaches |
Knowing the exact TBI category guides both medical care and legal strategy.
Common Causes of TBIs in Pennsylvania
Brain injuries rarely “just happen.” They usually trace back to someone’s negligence. Below is a brief list of accident types we investigate.
Motor vehicle accidents – Rear‑ends, rollovers, motorcycle wrecks.
Falls – Slips in poorly lit stairwells, icy sidewalks.
Sports injuries – Football, soccer, and cycling collisions.
Violence – Assaults, gunshots, shaken‑baby incidents.
Medical malpractice – Oxygen deprivation during surgery or delivery.
If your injury occurred under different circumstances, call for a free case evaluation. Chances are, we’ve handled something similar.
Damages We Pursue for Brain Injury Victims
Serious brain injuries create a lifetime of costs. Our legal team documents every loss so no dollar is left on the table.
Medical expenses & future medical expenses – ER visits, neurosurgery, in‑home nursing.
Lost income & earning capacity – Missed paychecks plus diminished career prospects.
Rehabilitation costs – Physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy.
Chronic pain & emotional distress – Depression, anxiety, sleep disruption.
Punitive damages – In drunk‑driving or gross‑negligence cases.
Thorough documentation converts injuries into numbers that juries and insurers respect.
Steps to Strengthen a Brain Injury Claim
A strong brain injury case begins the day the accident occurred. Follow these steps:
Seek immediate medical care and follow up with a neurologist.
Save medical records, prescriptions, and imaging studies.
Log daily symptoms including headaches, memory lapses, and mood swings.
Avoid social media posts that downplay your condition.
Contact our office for a free consultation before speaking with any insurance company.
A single misstatement can haunt an entire case. Let us handle the talking.
FAQs for Brain Injury Patients & Their Families
How much compensation do you get for a brain injury due to another person's negligence?
Settlements range from tens of thousands for a mild brain injury to multi‑million‑dollar awards for a severe brain injury with lifelong medical care needs. Factors include lost income, future medical expenses, and punitive damages.
How do you prove a traumatic brain injury in a lawsuit?
Objective tests, including an MRI, DTI scans, and neuropsych exams, paired with expert testimony from neurologists, show how the brain damage affects daily life.
How long does a brain injury lawsuit take?
Every situation is different. The seriousness of the injury, the number of parties involved, and the court’s calendar all influence the schedule. While some matters resolve sooner and others take longer, we move each case forward as efficiently and strategically as possible.
Ready to Talk With a Philadelphia Brain Injury Attorney?
Living with a TBI is hard; choosing legal assistance shouldn’t be. Our Pennsylvania brain injury attorneys offer a free case evaluation and free consultation. We don’t charge unless we win, freeing you to focus on recovery while we pursue compensation. Call or fill out our contact form today.
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Cases We Handle in Pennsylvania
Hurt in a car crash, trucking accident, slip-and-fall, or other negligence-based mishap in Southeast Pennsylvania?
The Altman Team focuses exclusively on personal injury law, leveraging a deep command of Pennsylvania tort statutes to win maximum compensation for residents of Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware Counties.
You owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for you.