Traumatic Brain Injury Lawsuits

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IntroductionHiring a Traumatic Brain Injury Law FirmHow Much Does a Traumatic Brain Injury Lawsuit Cost?Traumatic Brain Injury Lawsuit FAQContact a Lawyer / Free Consultation Checklists

Introductionwhat is a traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury is the result of a blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury. Any of these trauma situations may alter the normal capacity of the brain.

Are you or a family member the victim of Traumatic Brain Injury? If so, you may be eligible to file a claim as well. Anapol Schwartz brain injury lawyers can help you.

The intensive maze of legal details is probably the last thing that you want to con-front after learning that your loved one has a debilitating road ahead and you as the caregiver will also be challenged. It’s to your advantage to let the law firm of your choice fight for what’s right in order to receive the necessary funds to finance trau-matic brain injury treatment and rehabilitation while still providing financial security for your family’s future.

A knowledgeable brain trauma attorney or law firm understands the legal complexities involved in this kind of lawsuit, including hiring expert witnesses. Most likely you and your family feel overwhelmed now. The last thing you want to do is think about doing it tomorrow because every state has statutes of limitations that give you a window of opportunity to file a Traumatic Brain Injury lawsuit. Don’t hesitate too long or you could lose your opportunity for a Traumatic Brain Injury settlement.

Do not wait another day. Contact the lawyers at Anapol Schwartz for your free brain injury case review.

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hiring a TraumaTic brain injury Law firm

The lawyers at Anapol Schwartz can help you take the fear out of choosing a Trau-matic Brain Injury law firm. As the client you have the opportunity to retain the best law firm to represent you or your family against the doctor, hospital or entity that created this life altering experience.

when you retain Anapol Schwartz, we keep in touch about the status of your litigation. Our client care policy confirms that we will return calls within one business day. If you can-not reach your attorney, you can always speak to his/her paralegal. we also can be reached via email and have a convenient toll-free phone number for your convenience.

we are not retained until we both sign a contract where you agree to retain us and Anapol Schwartz agrees to be retained.

How Much Does a Traumatic Brain Injury Lawsuit Cost?It costs you nothing. Most Traumatic Brain Injury lawyers work on a contingency-fee basis. If you don’t win your traumatic brain injury lawsuit, Anapol Schwartz does not get paid.

you would enter into a contractual arrangement which ensures Anapol Schwartz will devote time and energy to winning your case.




TraumaTic brain injury faq

What is TBI?TBI is the result of a sudden, violent blow or jolt to the head. Brain injuries vary depending on the part of the brain affected and the extent of the damage. Not all blows or jolts to the head result in a traumatic brain injury. Correctly diagnosing TBI is of prime importance in regard to getting the treatment you need when you need it.

What causes TBI?The causes of traumatic brain injury are: falls; cars, bicycles, and motorcycle accidents; being struck by an object such as a hockey puck or baseball bat or being struck against something such as a roller coaster ride; or being assaulted. Infants who suffer from shaken baby syndrome and difficult birth deliveries may also suf-fer from TBI.

What are the symptoms of TBI? Persistent headache, repeated vomiting or nausea, convulsions or seizures, inability to awaken from sleep, slurred speech, numb-ness, loss of coordination, pupil dilation, increased agitation

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Please contact us for a free no-obligation consultation. The more information that you can provide, the more helpful it will be. you are under no obligation to continue. Any information you provide will be held in the strictest of confidence.

If you have questions, please call us toll-free at 1-866-735-2792. Thank you.





whaT’s iT Like TO Live wiTh Tbi?

Living with a traumatic brain injury greatly impacts the injured victim and puts a huge strain on families and caregivers. The victim will feel helpless and depressed. Medical bills become a constant albatross. Every day is a challenge. Mostly, families are busy coping with the daily grind that they forget about seeking legal help.

Are there time constraints for filing a traumatic brain injury suit?yes, individual states have laws called statues of limitations which limit how much time victims can initiate legal action. Do not procrastinate.

What does the TBI settlement compensation cover? The potential compensation can cover mounting medical bills resulting from screening, diagnosis, tests, treatments and rehabilita-tion. Compensation may also include illness, pain and suffering you have experienced as well as the mental anguish and grief suffered by you and your family. Compensation may include payment to caregivers and financial security for your family if the breadwinner has lost the ability to earn an income.

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Please contact us for a free no-obligation consultation. The more information that you can provide, the more helpful it will be. you are under no obligation to continue. Any information you provide will be held in the strictest of confidence.

If you have questions, please call Anapol Schwartz toll-free at 1-866-735-2792.

Thank you.





TraumaTic brain injury checkLisTs

What to do next:

Contact a brain trauma lawyer immediately. (There are statutes of limitations so don’t delay.)

Start with a free legal consultation

what to ask prior to retaining a lawyer:

Ask about the law firm’s experience handling and winning medical malpractice, personal injury, and traumatic brain injury cases

Ask about the cost of a traumatic brain injury lawsuit

Ask what the general status is of people winning TBI lawsuits

Ask about the timeline of a case

Ask what kind of information Anapol Schwartz needs to proceed

Ask how responsive they are to your questions further down the road

Ask what the process is to retain them

what your attorney will need to know:

If you signed any contracts with other law firms

If you’ve been diagnosed with TBI

If yes, your doctor’s name, address, phone number

Some medical records




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