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Fort Lauderdale Brain Injury Lawyers

Advocating for victims of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by the negligence of others

Although some brain injuries heal completely over time, severe damage to the head can have a permanent effect on virtually any part of life — including the ability to think clearly, communicate or continue to earn a living. TBI is often delayed onset, which means initial mild symptoms develop into serious injuries days or even weeks later. You need to seek medical attention immediately, followed by consulting with a skilled Fort Lauderdale TBI attorney at the law firm of Fazio, DiSalvo & Abers, P.A. The firm has more than four decades of experience helping brain injury victims pursue the compensation they need and deserve.

Our Fort Lauderdale brain injury lawyers will help maximize your financial recovery

Having an experienced Fort Lauderdale TBI lawyer on your side can make all the difference when it comes to your financial recovery.

Our attorneys know the ins and outs of properly investigating an accident that caused a brain injury.

We will:

  • Thoroughly investigate the incident causing your injuries.
  • Hire experts such as doctors and specialists
  • Analyze all data
  • Interview witnesses
  • Negotiate with insurance companies

Our efforts in your TBI case will be to get you the highest possible settlement.

Common causes of brain injuries

There are many things that can cause a brain injury but our law office finds the following causes top the list in Fort Lauderdale:

Nearly 1.5 million people suffer from a traumatic brain injury each year.

Symptoms of brain injury

There can be a variety of physical and psychological effects from traumatic brain injury. Often signs or symptoms show up right away however many times it may go unnoticed for days or weeks.

Top symptoms include:

  • Headache
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Fatigue and drowsiness
  • Memory or concentration issues
  • Speech difficulties, slurring
  • Dizziness or a loss of balance
  • Depression and anxiety
  • Sensitivity or mood swings
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Seizure

More severe TBI injuries often show more pronounced signs.

The difference between TBI and acquired brain injury

Neither TBI nor acquired brain injury is hereditary or congenital in nature. The distinction involves the cause of injury.

According to the Brain Injury Association of America, the term traumatic brain injury refers to a subset of acquired brain injury caused by an external force after birth. Some common causes of TBI that can involve negligence or wrongful acts include the following:

  • Head injuries sustained during a motorcycle accident while not wearing a helmet or while wearing a poorly-designed helmet
  • Slip and fall accidents on unsafe premises
  • Assaults and gunshot wounds
  • Loss of oxygen caused by near-drowning in a pool that was not protected from unauthorized access
  • A doctor’s failure to diagnose a brain tumor or other serious brain condition

While the term acquired brain injury includes these types of injuries, it also refers to injuries sustained during birth. Some birth injuries may be avoidable, while others may be caused by medical negligence during prenatal care or during delivery.

Athletes and brain injuries

Head injuries are a common byproduct of participation in sports. Parents need to be particularly vigilant for concussions and other brain injuries sustained by their children. Make sure your children understand the importance of reporting any head injuries to you so you can obtain medical attention to keep them healthy.

Of course, the fast pace of sports can make it difficult to determine the cause of accidents and identify liability. While a young athlete can easily make mistakes on the football field, other parties may have full or shared liability, such as the following:

  • A school athletic department with an insufficient concussion policy
  • A coach who allows athletes to play without wearing helmets and other safety equipment
  • An opposing player who aggressively flouts the rules of play
  • A school that fails to maintain a safe playing environment

A victim injured under these and other circumstances requires Fort Lauderdale brain injury lawyers with the skills and resources to conduct thorough investigations into accidents. The board-certified trial lawyer at Fazio, DiSalvo & Abers, P.A. have a network of experienced accident investigation and medical professionals available to help unravel the details behind potentially complex sports injuries.

Fort Lauderdale brain injury attorney seeks full compensation

Serious brain injuries can be life-changing events to accident victims and their families. Whether you lose some brain functions over an extended time period or a severe accident leaves a loved one permanently brain dead, you need an attorney with exceptional skills to ensure you obtain the full compensation you need and deserve.

In Florida, you can collect both economic and non-economic damages from a negligent party responsible for brain injury.

Actual compensation will depend on your case but typical damages may include:

  • Current and future medical bills
  • Lost wages
  • Physical therapy
  • Long term care
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Mental anguish
  • Fatalities

Factors that may influence the outcome include injury severity, projected medical expenses, age of the victim, loss of future income and gross negligence.

Our Fort Lauderdale TBI attorneys will help make sure you get the maximum amount possible.

Our Fort Lauderdale brain injury attorneys answer common questions

Who can you sue for a TBI case in Fort Lauderdale?

A brain injury case must prove duty, breach of duty, causation and damages. The negligent individual or company can then be held liable. Our TBI lawyers will help identify all parties involved.

Seek experienced legal support from a Fort Lauderdale TBI attorney

Each dedicated lawyer at the firm of Fazio, DiSalvo & Abers, P.A. is here to help. Schedule a free consultation in our conveniently-located downtown office or ask us to come to your home or hospital room. We take cases on a contingency fee basis, so you pay no attorney fees until we obtain an award or settlement for your case. Contact us online, or call us at (954) 463-0585 today.

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