A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change your life in an instant. Whether caused by a car accident, a fall, or an injury on someone else’s property, the effects of a TBI can be devastating and long-lasting. Victims often face ongoing medical treatments, rehabilitation, loss of income, and significant emotional and physical pain. At Neal & Solevilla Personal Injury Lawyers, we understand the profound impact a TBI can have on both the victim and their family, and we are here to help you navigate the complex legal process of securing the compensation you deserve.
If you or a loved one has suffered a TBI in an accident that wasn’t your fault, having experienced legal representation on your side is crucial. When you hire Neal & Solevilla, you gain access to a team of skilled attorneys, including a Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney, who are dedicated to fighting for justice and ensuring that you receive the maximum compensation possible. We provide zealous advocacy at every stage of your case, taking the stress off your shoulders so you can focus on your recovery.
If you or a loved one has suffered a TBI in an accident that wasn’t your fault, having experienced legal representation on your side is crucial. When you hire Neal & Solevilla, you gain access to a team of skilled attorneys, including a Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney, who are dedicated to fighting for justice and ensuring that you receive the maximum compensation possible. We provide zealous advocacy at every stage of your case, taking the stress off your shoulders so you can focus on your recovery.
What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
A traumatic brain injury occurs when an external force causes damage to the brain, disrupting its normal function. TBIs can range from mild concussions to severe, life-threatening injuries that cause permanent brain damage. Common causes of TBIs include:
- Car accidents: A significant force during a car crash can cause the brain to collide with the skull, resulting in brain injury.
- Falls: Slip-and-fall accidents on someone else’s property can lead to serious head trauma, especially if the fall occurs from a significant height or onto a hard surface.
- Workplace accidents: Injuries on job sites, particularly in construction or other high-risk industries, often involve falls or being struck by heavy objects, leading to TBI.
- Falls: Slip-and-fall accidents on someone else’s property can lead to serious head trauma, especially if the fall occurs from a significant height or onto a hard surface.
- Workplace accidents: Injuries on job sites, particularly in construction or other high-risk industries, often involve falls or being struck by heavy objects, leading to TBI.
- Sports injuries: High-contact sports like football, hockey, or boxing can result in repeated blows to the head, leading to concussions and more severe brain injuries.
Regardless of the cause, TBIs can lead to a wide range of symptoms, including memory loss, cognitive difficulties, mood swings, loss of motor function, and other debilitating conditions. These injuries may require extensive medical care, rehabilitation, and long-term assistance. For many victims, the financial burden can be overwhelming, making it crucial to pursue full compensation from the responsible parties.
Why You Need an Experienced TBI Attorney
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury, contacting an experienced personal injury attorney is critical. TBIs are among the most complex types of personal injury cases, both medically and legally. Proving the full extent of your injuries and establishing liability for the accident can be challenging, and insurance companies will often fight hard to minimize or deny your claim.
At Neal & Solevilla, we specialize in representing victims of traumatic brain injuries. We understand the intricacies of TBI cases, and we know how to navigate the legal system to secure the compensation you deserve. From gathering expert medical testimony to thoroughly investigating the circumstances of the accident, we will build a strong case on your behalf, ensuring that you receive the best possible outcome.
At Neal & Solevilla, we specialize in representing victims of traumatic brain injuries. We understand the intricacies of TBI cases, and we know how to navigate the legal system to secure the compensation you deserve. From gathering expert medical testimony to thoroughly investigating the circumstances of the accident, we will build a strong case on your behalf, ensuring that you receive the best possible outcome.
Why Choose Neal & Solevilla?
When it comes to personal injury cases involving TBIs, not all law firms are equipped to handle the complexity and scope of these claims. Here’s why Neal & Solevilla is the right choice for your TBI case:
1. Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney
One of the most important reasons to choose Neal & Solevilla is that our team includes a Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney. This certification represents the highest level of expertise and competence in civil trial law. Achieving board certification requires extensive trial experience, rigorous testing, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in the legal field.
In TBI cases, where the stakes are often high and the injuries are life-altering, having a board certified attorney on your side can make all the difference. We are prepared to take your case to trial if necessary, and we have the skill and experience to present a compelling case in court. If the insurance companies refuse to offer a fair settlement, you can trust that our board certified attorney will fight for justice and ensure you are fully compensated.
In TBI cases, where the stakes are often high and the injuries are life-altering, having a board certified attorney on your side can make all the difference. We are prepared to take your case to trial if necessary, and we have the skill and experience to present a compelling case in court. If the insurance companies refuse to offer a fair settlement, you can trust that our board certified attorney will fight for justice and ensure you are fully compensated.
2. Experience Handling Complex TBI Cases
Traumatic brain injury cases require specialized knowledge. These cases often involve complex medical evidence, expert testimony, and a deep understanding of the long-term effects of brain injuries. At Neal & Solevilla, we have successfully handled numerous TBI cases, securing significant compensation for our clients to cover their medical expenses, lost wages, and ongoing care needs.
We work with a network of medical professionals and brain injury specialists to evaluate the full extent of your injuries. Our goal is to ensure that all aspects of your TBI—both immediate and long-term—are accounted for in your claim. We’ll work closely with neurologists, neuropsychologists, and life care planners to build a case that demonstrates the true impact of your injuries, giving you the best chance at receiving the maximum compensation available.
We work with a network of medical professionals and brain injury specialists to evaluate the full extent of your injuries. Our goal is to ensure that all aspects of your TBI—both immediate and long-term—are accounted for in your claim. We’ll work closely with neurologists, neuropsychologists, and life care planners to build a case that demonstrates the true impact of your injuries, giving you the best chance at receiving the maximum compensation available.
3. Zealous Advocacy Every Step of the Way
At Neal & Solevilla, we believe in providing zealous advocacy for every client. We are not a firm that pushes cases to quick settlements for the sake of convenience. Instead, we take the time to fully understand your injuries, your needs, and the challenges you are facing. We are committed to fighting aggressively for your rights at every stage of your case, from initial negotiations with insurance companies to presenting your case in court if necessary.
Insurance companies are often quick to offer lowball settlements in TBI cases, hoping that victims will accept less than they deserve. We know their tactics, and we won’t let them take advantage of you. We will aggressively negotiate on your behalf, ensuring that any settlement offer reflects the full scope of your injuries and the true cost of your long-term care. If they refuse to offer a fair settlement, we’re fully prepared to take your case to trial and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Insurance companies are often quick to offer lowball settlements in TBI cases, hoping that victims will accept less than they deserve. We know their tactics, and we won’t let them take advantage of you. We will aggressively negotiate on your behalf, ensuring that any settlement offer reflects the full scope of your injuries and the true cost of your long-term care. If they refuse to offer a fair settlement, we’re fully prepared to take your case to trial and fight for the compensation you deserve.
4. Compassionate, Personalized Representation
At Neal & Solevilla, we understand that dealing with a traumatic brain injury is incredibly challenging, both physically and emotionally. We treat every client with compassion and respect, offering personalized legal services tailored to your specific needs. We take the time to get to know you and your family, and we are committed to supporting you throughout the entire legal process.
We’ll keep you informed at every step of your case, explaining your legal options and answering any questions you may have. You can count on us to be there for you, providing the legal support and guidance you need to focus on your recovery and move forward with your life.
We’ll keep you informed at every step of your case, explaining your legal options and answering any questions you may have. You can count on us to be there for you, providing the legal support and guidance you need to focus on your recovery and move forward with your life.
5. No Attorney Fees Unless We Win
We believe that everyone should have access to high-quality legal representation, regardless of their financial situation. That’s why Neal & Solevilla operates on a contingency fee basis. You won’t pay any legal fees unless we win your case and secure compensation for you. This means you can focus on your recovery without worrying about upfront legal costs.
Pursuing Compensation for TBI Victims
The financial impact of a traumatic brain injury can be staggering. In addition to immediate medical expenses like surgeries and hospital stays, victims often require long-term care, rehabilitation, and assistive devices. Many TBI victims are unable to return to work, leading to a significant loss of income and future earning potential. At Neal & Solevilla, we will fight to ensure that you receive full and fair compensation for all your losses, including:
Medical Expenses: This includes emergency medical care, surgeries, hospital stays, rehabilitation, physical therapy, and ongoing medical treatments.
Lost Wages: If your injuries prevent you from working, we will seek compensation for the income you’ve lost during your recovery.
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Lost Wages: If your injuries prevent you from working, we will seek compensation for the income you’ve lost during your recovery.
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Loss of Earning Capacity: In cases where a TBI results in long-term disability, we will pursue compensation for the loss of future earnings.
Pain and Suffering: TBIs can cause significant physical and emotional pain. We will seek compensation for the physical pain, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life you’ve experienced.
Long-Term Care Costs: In cases of severe brain injury, victims may require long-term care or assistance with daily living. We will ensure that these costs are accounted for in your claim.
Home Modifications and Assistive Devices: For those with permanent disabilities, we will seek compensation for necessary home modifications, such as wheelchair ramps, as well as the cost of assistive devices like wheelchairs or mobility
Pain and Suffering: TBIs can cause significant physical and emotional pain. We will seek compensation for the physical pain, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life you’ve experienced.
Long-Term Care Costs: In cases of severe brain injury, victims may require long-term care or assistance with daily living. We will ensure that these costs are accounted for in your claim.
Home Modifications and Assistive Devices: For those with permanent disabilities, we will seek compensation for necessary home modifications, such as wheelchair ramps, as well as the cost of assistive devices like wheelchairs or mobility
What to Do After a Traumatic Brain Injury
If you or a loved one has suffered a TBI in an accident, there are several important steps to take to protect your health and your legal rights:
1. Seek Medical Attention Immediately: TBIs can sometimes have delayed symptoms, and it’s critical to receive a full medical evaluation after an accident.
2. Document Everything: Keep detailed records of your medical treatments, expenses, and how your injury is affecting your daily life. This documentation will be essential for building your case.
3. Contact an Experienced TBI Attorney: The sooner you contact an attorney, the sooner they can begin building your case. At Neal & Solevilla, we offer a free consultation to discuss your case and explain your legal options.
1. Seek Medical Attention Immediately: TBIs can sometimes have delayed symptoms, and it’s critical to receive a full medical evaluation after an accident.
2. Document Everything: Keep detailed records of your medical treatments, expenses, and how your injury is affecting your daily life. This documentation will be essential for building your case.
3. Contact an Experienced TBI Attorney: The sooner you contact an attorney, the sooner they can begin building your case. At Neal & Solevilla, we offer a free consultation to discuss your case and explain your legal options.
Contact Neal & Solevilla Today for a Free Consultation
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury in an accident that wasn’t your fault, don’t wait to seek legal help. At Neal & Solevilla Personal Injury Lawyers, we are committed to providing the skilled, compassionate representation you need to secure the compensation you deserve.
Frequently asked questions about Florida brain injury claims
Florida brain injury claims at a glance
- The CDC recorded roughly 214,110 traumatic brain injury hospitalizations in 2020 and 68,663 TBI-related deaths in 2023, and neither figure counts injuries treated only in an emergency room or never treated at all.
- Florida places no cap on pain and suffering in an ordinary negligence case.
- Statute 768.0427 controls what medical billing evidence a jury is allowed to hear, and for an uninsured claimant that is 120% of the Medicare rate.
- Where future economic damages exceed $250,000, either side can ask for periodic payments instead of a lump sum, under Statute 768.78.
- You have two years from the date of injury to file, under Statute 95.11(5)(a).
What qualifies as a traumatic brain injury in a personal injury case?
A traumatic brain injury is damage to brain function caused by an outside force, from a blow, a jolt or a penetrating injury. It does not require losing consciousness, and it does not require anything visible on a scan. A concussion is a traumatic brain injury, which matters because insurers routinely treat mild as meaning minor.
Is there a cap on damages for a brain injury in Florida?
No cap on pain and suffering in an ordinary negligence case. What is capped, in effect, is what the jury is allowed to hear about your medical bills. Statute 768.0427 limits evidence of past treatment to amounts actually paid, and for an uninsured claimant or one on Medicare or Medicaid, ties unpaid charges to 120% of the Medicare rate.
What are the long-term costs of living with a traumatic brain injury?
They are driven less by hospital bills than by what comes after: cognitive and occupational therapy, medication, lost earning capacity, and in severe cases supervision or attendant care for life. Where future economic damages exceed $250,000, either side can ask the court to order periodic payments instead of a lump sum, under Statute 768.78.
Can I still claim if the brain injury did not show up straight away?
Yes, and delayed presentation is common. Symptoms such as headaches, memory trouble, irritability, light sensitivity and sleep disruption often surface days or weeks later, and family often notice the change before the injured person does. Get assessed and documented as soon as symptoms appear, since a gap in treatment is the first thing an insurer will point to.
What types of accidents commonly cause traumatic brain injuries?
Falls, motor vehicle crashes and being struck by or against an object account for most of them. In a Florida injury practice they cluster around car and motorcycle crashes, falls on poorly maintained property, and pedestrian and cyclist collisions. The CDC recorded roughly 214,110 TBI hospitalizations in 2020 and 68,663 TBI-related deaths in 2023.
How much is a brain injury case worth in Florida?
It depends on how the injury changes what you can do, not on a formula. Severity, the cost of future care, lost earning capacity and the insurance actually available all drive it. Mild traumatic brain injuries are frequently undervalued because the injured person looks well, which is precisely why the medical and vocational evidence has to be built carefully.
How long do I have to file a brain injury lawsuit in Florida?
Two years from the date of the injury, under Statute 95.11(5)(a), and two years from the date of death for a wrongful death claim under Statute 95.11(5)(e). Where a brain injury has left someone unable to manage their own affairs, get advice quickly, because the deadline is short and appointing a guardian takes time.
