Did you or a family member recently suffer a brain injury in Phoenix, Arizona?
Our team at AJ Law, PLC can help you seek compensation from the responsible party.
Call (602) 884-8886 to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Phoenix brain injury lawyer who can fight for your family today.
Our attorneys have the experience to help you navigate any legal and insurance issues you encounter.
Reach out to our team when you are ready to get started on your case.
Why Should I Call AJ Law, PLC to Help My Family Seek Compensation After a Brain Injury in Phoenix?
AJ Law, PLC understands the stakes are high after a brain injury in Phoenix, AZ. The future can seem incredibly uncertain. If someone else was responsible, they should cover your damages.
Unfortunately, you’ll likely face an uphill battle. When people injure others, they don’t typically want to accept liability. Even if they do, most victims have to deal with an insurance adjuster who will do everything possible to avoid paying a full settlement.
When you hire our Phoenix personal injury lawyers, you’ll have a team that’s led by a former insurance defense attorney. We’re always ready for their tactics, and we’ll level the playing field from day one. Our team has decades of combined experience and has recovered over $50 million for past clients.
For our success, we’ve been recognized by the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates’ Forum, The National Trial Lawyers, and Super Lawyers. Now, we’re here to fight for you. Call our Phoenix brain injury attorneys today to learn more about how we can help with the fight for compensation in a free consultation.
How Common Are Brain Injuries in Arizona?
Brain injuries are incredibly common, both in Arizona and across the U.S. According to the Brain Injury Association of America, brain injuries impact roughly four out of every ten Americans. Every year, 2.9 million Americans visit emergency rooms with traumatic brain injuries.
Overall, about 64 million Americans report having at least one TBI in their lifetime.
What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury?
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) happen when a sudden external force impacts the brain. There are two main ways to categorize TBIs: by type and by severity.
Brain injuries are initially classified based on whether the skull was penetrated. Penetrating brain injuries are called open-head injuries. They occur when an external object damages brain tissue. Closed-head injuries can be just as serious. They occur when an external force is so violent that the brain tissue is damaged because of the movement within the skull.
TBIs are also classified based on severity. In reality, any type of brain injury can have a serious impact on your life. Some victims experience life-changing damage. Others may recover, but find their lives have changed in unexpected ways.
How Much Is My Phoenix Brain Injury Case Worth?
Every case is unique, so many factors may influence how much your case is worth, including:
- The overall severity of your injuries
- The impact of the injury and any complications on your quality of life
- Current and future medical treatment needs
- Your ability to return to work and earn what you did prior to the injury
- Long-term impacts on your lifestyle and ability to live independently
- The strength of the evidence to establish liability
- Available insurance coverage
- Whether you share any blame for the accident that caused the injury
Our Phoenix personal injury attorneys will carefully assess these issues and any relevant factors that can impact the value of your claim. We’ve likely seen cases that are similar to yours before. We’ll use our extensive experience and resources to determine the fair value of your case.
What Types of Damages Are Available to Brain Injury Victims in Phoenix?
Your compensatory damages are designed to make you whole again after an injury. They should account for all losses you’ve been forced to endure–both economic damages and non-economic damages.
Economic damages aim to make you financially whole again after an injury, and may include:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Rehabilitation
- Long-term care
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning potential
- Specialized therapy
- Personal care assistance
- Property damage
Non-economic damages aim to compensate for the personal, non-financial costs associated with an injury, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Anxiety
- Severe depression
- PTSD
- Reduced quality of life
- Physical disfigurement and scarring
- Lost independence
- Damage to personal relationships
In limited cases, courts may award punitive damages. Punitive damages are available when the defendant’s acts were intentional or particularly outrageous. Courts only award punitive damages when they determine the defendant deserves to be punished.
Can I Recover Compensatory Damages if I’m Partly Responsible for Causing My Own Brain Injury in Arizona?
Arizona typically uses a pure comparative negligence rule when multiple parties share fault for an injury. This means you can generally still recover damages if you were partly at-fault. Your damages will usually be reduced to reflect your share of the blame.
For example, if the defense proves you were 20% liable, you may only be entitled to 80% of your total damages.
Shared fault laws hold all parties responsible for their actions, including the injured parties themselves. That said, they also motivate defendants and their insurance companies to attempt to shift blame to the victim. That’s not always fair. If someone is blaming you, contacting an experienced attorney is the best way to protect yourself.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Lawyer to Handle a Brain Injury Claim in Arizona?
Like most personal injury law firms, AJ Law, PLC operates on a contingency fee basis.
This means:
- You only pay if your attorney wins compensation.
- You’ll never have to worry about upfront fees.
- Your attorneys’ fees depend entirely on how much compensation your attorney wins.
Financial considerations shouldn’t prevent you from seeking top-quality legal representation. Our system allows you to get the quality legal help you deserve without worrying about the cost.
Our Attorneys Are Prepared to Handle Any Type of Brain Injury Case in Phoenix
Some common types of brain injuries that we see in our practice include:
- Concussions and multiple concussion syndrome
- Intracranial hematomas, or localized bleeding in the brain
- Cerebral hemorrhages
- Coup injuries, or damage below the impact site
- Contusions, or bruising
- Skull fractures
- Contrecoup injuries, or damage opposite the site of impact
- Coup-contrecoup injuries, which are TBIs with both a coup and contrecoup lesion
- Diffuse axonal injuries (DAI), which are severe TBIs caused by rapid, twisting movement
- Anoxic and hypoxic injuries, which are types of brain damage caused by oxygen deprivation
- Edema, or swelling in the brain tissue
Secondary brain injuries and complications can also occur after the initial traumatic brain injury. These complications can be just as serious as the initial injury itself.
Regardless of the type of injury you’re experiencing, our attorneys are here to help. Contact us today to arrange a free case review and discuss your options.
What Are Some of the Most Common Causes of Brain Injuries in Phoenix?
Brain injuries can arise from various types of accidents.
Some common causes of brain injuries include:
- Car accidents, including large truck accidents and motorcycle accidents
- Acts of violence
- Sports and recreation accidents
- Dangerous property conditions
- Slip and fall accidents
- Bicycle or pedestrian accidents
- Uber or Lyft accidents
- Swimming pool accidents
- Construction and other workplace accidents
- Being struck by an object
- Falls from heights
- Exposure to toxic substances
- Defective products
- Medical malpractice
If your brain injury was caused by someone else’s actions, we can help you hold them financially accountable.
What Do I Have to Prove to Recover Financial Compensation After Sustaining a Brain Injury in Arizona?
You’ll have to prove that someone else was legally responsible to recover damages in a personal injury case. Most often, victims must prove negligence.
Four elements comprise a successful negligence claim:
- The defendant owed you a legal duty of care (we all have a duty to exercise a reasonable amount of caution).
- Because they failed to use reasonable caution, they breached their duty.
- That breach of duty caused your injuries.
- You can pinpoint specific damages that you suffered as a result.
Negligence means something very similar to “carelessness.”
If someone else’s careless, reckless, or wrongful actions caused your injury, our Phoenix brain injury lawyers can help you prove your case.
How Much Time Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Brain Injury in Arizona?
The statute of limitations that applies under Arizona law is typically two years. This means you may only have two years, starting from the date of your injury, to file a personal injury lawsuit. After two years pass, you might lose your right to sue for damages entirely.
Call Our Phoenix Brain Injury Lawyers for a Free Case Review Today
You deserve time to focus on your recovery efforts. You can count on our team at AJ Law, PLC to handle the legal battle for compensation. We’re always available to discuss your legal options, so call for a free consultation with an experienced Phoenix brain injury attorneys today.
