Brain Injury Attorneys in Phoenix

Not all brain injuries are the same, and each comes with its own medical and legal implications:

• Mild TBIs (Concussions): Often temporary, but repeated concussions can lead to long-term complications.
• Moderate to Severe TBIs: Can cause lasting physical, emotional, and cognitive impairments.
• Anoxic Injuries: Occur when the brain is deprived of oxygen, sometimes due to medical malpractice or near-drowning.
• Hemorrhagic Injuries: Involve bleeding in or around the brain, often requiring emergency treatment.
• Penetrating Injuries: Caused by objects entering the skull, frequently linked to violent accidents.

The severity and type of injury can greatly affect both recovery and compensation.

Brain injuries don’t always show symptoms right away. Warning signs may include:

• Persistent headaches or dizziness
• Memory lapses or difficulty concentrating
• Sensitivity to light or sound
• Nausea, vomiting, or loss of balance
• Mood swings, depression, or anxiety
• Slurred speech or difficulty understanding language

Even if symptoms seem mild, it’s important to seek medical attention immediately; delays can worsen the injury and jeopardize your legal claim.

Whether from a car accident on I-10, a workplace fall, or a sports-related incident, anyone who suffers a blow to the head should see a doctor as soon as possible. Some brain injuries take days or weeks to reveal themselves, but waiting to seek treatment may not only harm your health but also weaken your legal case. A physician can run diagnostic tests, classify your injury as mild, moderate, or severe, and document your condition for both medical and legal purposes.

Brain injuries happen in a wide range of scenarios, many involving negligence:

• Car, truck, or motorcycle accidents
• Falls on unsafe premises, such as stores or construction sites
• Sports and recreational incidents
• Workplace accidents involving falls, equipment, or hazardous conditions
• Acts of violence
• Medical malpractice during surgeries, anesthesia, or labor and delivery

Identifying the cause is key to determining liability and building a strong claim.

Compensation depends heavily on the severity of the brain injury. Mild TBIs may involve medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. More severe injuries, however, can justify claims for:

• Long-term medical care
• Rehabilitation and therapy costs
• Lost future earnings and diminished earning capacity
• Home modifications and assistive devices
• Loss of enjoyment of life

Every case is unique, which is why an individualized review is essential.

Insurance companies often try to downplay TBIs, arguing that they’re exaggerated or pre-existing conditions. To prove your case, strong evidence is critical:

• Medical records and imaging (MRIs, CT scans, X-rays)
• Doctor and therapist notes documenting symptoms
• Expert medical witnesses explaining how the injury occurred and its long-term effects
• Testimony from family and coworkers describing changes in behavior, mood, or ability
• Employment records showing lost work or diminished capacity

At Morgan & Morgan, we use experts in neurology, neuropsychology, and rehabilitation to present the full impact of your injury.

Recovery from a brain injury often involves far more than hospital bills. Victims may face:

• Rehabilitation and therapy (physical, occupational, speech)
• Assistive care or in-home nursing
• Specialized education for children who suffer TBIs
• Long-term emotional and cognitive changes that affect relationships and independence

Families often shoulder the financial and emotional burden, which is why full and fair compensation is so vital.

In Arizona, brain injury cases fall under personal injury or medical malpractice laws. The statute of limitations sets a deadline for filing, but the clock may start running when the injury is discovered, rather than when the accident itself occurred. Missing this window can forfeit your right to compensation, so consulting a lawyer quickly is critical.

Arizona also follows comparative negligence, meaning you may still recover damages even if you were partly at fault, though your award could be reduced proportionally.

Liability for a brain injury may fall on:

• Negligent drivers in auto accidents
• Property owners in slip-and-fall cases
• Employers for workplace injuries (through workers’ compensation or third-party claims)
• Schools or sports organizations in athletic injury cases
• Medical professionals in malpractice situations

Your attorney will investigate every possible defendant to ensure no responsible party is left out of your claim.

Potential compensation may include:

• Medical costs and future care expenses
• Lost wages and reduced earning potential
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of companionship or consortium
• Wrongful death damages if the injury proves fatal

Unlike some states, Arizona does not cap damages in personal injury cases, allowing juries to award compensation that reflects the full scope of losses.

For over 35 years, Morgan & Morgan has fought for injury victims, recovering more than $25 billion nationwide. Brain injury cases require extensive resources; medical experts, accident reconstructionists, and trial-tested attorneys ready to take on insurers. With a strong presence in Phoenix and the backing of America’s largest injury firm, we can take on any opponent, no matter how powerful.

And with our contingency fee model, you don’t pay unless we win. The Fee Is Free™.

If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury due to negligence, you don’t have to face the recovery process alone. Contact Morgan & Morgan today for a free case evaluation. Our Phoenix brain injury lawyers will listen to your story, explain your legal options, and fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.