San Mateo Brain Injury Attorneys
Compassionate Representation for Brain Injury Victims
A brain injury can be one of the most devastating challenges a person can face, affecting your ability to think, work, and live the life you once knew. Whether caused by a car accident, workplace incident, or slip and fall, the consequences of a brain injury often extend far beyond the immediate physical effects. The mental, emotional, and financial toll can be overwhelming for both the victims and their families.
At The Cartwright Law Firm, we understand the complexities of brain injury cases and the profound impact they have on your daily life. Our San Mateo brain injury lawyers are dedicated to helping victims seek justice and secure the financial resources they need for recovery. With over six decades of experience, we provide compassionate and skilled advocacy to hold negligent parties accountable.
If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury due to someone else’s actions, we are here to help. Contact our team today for a free, no-obligation consultation at (415) 851-6486 to discuss your case.
Types of Brain Injuries
Brain injuries vary in severity and type, each presenting unique challenges and treatment needs. Common injuries include:
- Concussions: These mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) result from a blow to the head or sudden jolt. Symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, and difficulty focusing. While many recover fully, repeated concussions can lead to long-term complications.
- Contusions: Bruising on the brain tissue typically occurs during significant impacts, such as car or slip-and-fall accidents. Contusions can lead to swelling, bleeding, and potential cognitive impairment. Immediate medical attention is often critical.
- Diffuse Axonal Injuries (DAIs): Often caused by violent shaking or rotational forces, DAIs damage the brain’s connective tissue. This type of injury can cause unconsciousness, coma, or severe neurological impairments.
- Penetrating Injuries: These occur when an object pierces the skull and damages brain tissue. Penetrating injuries often necessitate emergency surgery to remove debris and manage localized damage.
No matter the nature of your injury, our experienced brain injury attorneys in San Mateo will thoroughly investigate the cause, assess your damages, and fight for the compensation you need to rebuild your life.
Long-Term Impacts of Brain Injuries
The effects of a serious brain injury extend far beyond the initial trauma and can significantly alter a victim’s quality of life. Some of the long-term challenges include:
Cognitive Challenges
Brain injury victims often experience memory problems, difficulty concentrating, and an inability to process information effectively. These cognitive impairments can make tasks such as driving, working, or fulfilling daily responsibilities nearly impossible.
Emotional Strain
Personality changes, depression, anxiety, and mood swings are common among brain injury victims. Emotional instability can strain personal and professional relationships, leaving victims and their families feeling isolated.
Physical Limitations
Brain injuries can affect motor skills, coordination, and balance, leading to mobility issues. Many victims require ongoing physical therapy or adaptive tools to regain a semblance of independence.
Financial Burdens
The cost of medical treatments, rehabilitation, and lifelong care can be astronomical. Additionally, victims may lose income or become unable to return to work, placing immense financial stress on their families.
Our traumatic brain injury lawyers understand these struggles and are committed to helping you obtain the resources needed to address these challenges.
How We Can Help You Recover Compensation
When someone else’s carelessness causes your brain injury, you have the right to seek compensation for your damages. At The Cartwright Law Firm, we take a comprehensive approach to maximize the amount you recover.
Compensation You May Be Entitled To
- Medical Expenses: Covering emergency care, hospital stays, surgeries, medications, and ongoing rehabilitation.
- Lost Income: Reimbursement for time missed from work and diminished earning capacity if you’re unable to return to your career.
- Pain and Suffering: Compensation for emotional distress and the permanent loss of enjoyment in life’s activities.
- Long-Term Care: Costs related to in-home care, nursing assistance, or specialized equipment.
- Wrongful Death Damages: If a loved one passed away due to a brain injury, you may pursue compensation for funeral expenses, loss of companionship, and more.
Our Process
Our San Mateo brain injury attorneys begin by meticulously investigating your accident. We collect evidence, consult medical experts, and build a case that demonstrates the full extent of your injuries and the negligence that caused them. Whether through negotiations or litigation, we strive to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.
Why Choose The Cartwright Law Firm?
With over 60 years of experience, The Cartwright Law Firm has earned a reputation for delivering results with empathy, professionalism, and tenacity. Our team stands out because we genuinely care about each client’s story. We take the time to understand your unique circumstances and tailor our legal strategies to your specific needs.
What You Can Expect from Us
- Personalized Attention: We limit the number of cases we take on to ensure you receive the time and dedication you deserve.
- Proven Results: Our firm has recovered millions for clients in injury cases, including complex brain injury claims.
- Contingency Fee Promise: You owe us nothing unless we win your case.
When you work with our team, you’ll find compassionate advocates who are relentless in their pursuit of justice.
Act Now to Protect Your Rights
Time is of the essence when it comes to filing a brain injury claim. California law imposes strict deadlines for personal injury cases, and waiting too long could jeopardize your ability to recover compensation. Don’t face this difficult time alone. With our help, you can hold negligent parties accountable and secure the compensation you need to focus on recovery. Call now for your free, no-risk consultation.
A knowledgeable San Mateo brain injury lawyer is ready to review your case, provide guidance, and help you take the first step toward justice. Contact The Cartwright Law Firm today at (415) 851-6486.
Our Settlements & Verdicts
Results That Speak For Themselves
"Our successful case results are a true reflection of the values and virtues we believe in and uphold at Cartwright Law Firm. Nothing stops us from pursuing justice on behalf of those who most need it." - Robert E. Cartwright Jr. (Founder and Managing Partner)
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$4,800,000,000 $4.8 Billion | Vioxx Litigation Heart Attack and Stroke
The Cartwright Law Firm (TCLF) helped broker the biggest settlement in the history of drug litigation for as many as 20,000 plaintiffs nationwide that were injured or killed after ingesting Vioxx, an anti-inflammatory medication that was made and marketed by Merck.
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$12,000,000 $12 Million | Deck Collapse
Plaintiff fractured her femur when a deck upon which she was standing collapsed injuring her, as well as numerous other persons and killing one person. Combined judgment for all plaintiffs was in excess of $12 million.
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$9,000,000 $9 Million | Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Multiple flight attendants sued multiple manufacturers in connection with hand, wrist and arm injuries, primarily carpal tunnel syndrome, related to these food and beverage carts manufactured by a German manufacturer.
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