Anaheim Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer
Anaheim Traumatic Brain Injury Attorney
Traumatic brain injuries can change lives in ways that are difficult to see. Loss of memory and mental capacity, personality changes, and physical limitations can develop over time, leaving brain injury victims and their loved ones confused about the future. A skilled Anaheim traumatic brain injury lawyer can protect your rights and fight for fair compensation when someone else’s negligence or carelessness causes a brain injury.
About Easton & Easton
Easton & Easton serves clients and families in Anaheim and across Orange County who have suffered catastrophic injuries, including traumatic brain injuries. We litigate complex injury cases in Orange County Superior Court, including those heard at the Central Justice Center in Santa Ana.
We are a family of personal injury attorneys who work hard to provide you with maximum results in your case. We have a proven track record extending more than three decades in winning our clients’ favorable outcomes. We have been recognized as one of Southern California’s Best Law Firms every year since 2011. We can fight for your rights, so you receive the compensation you deserve.
Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is caused by a sudden trauma or force that affects the way the brain functions. A TBI may occur when the head receives a direct blow or when the head or body is violently shaken. A TBI can also result from the brain hitting the skull or quickly moving back and forth inside the skull.
TBIs can range from mild concussions to life-changing and permanent brain damage. Even so-called mild TBIs can have long-term or permanent effects. Symptoms can include headaches, concentration and memory problems, mood changes, and sensitivity to light and sound. Severe injuries lead to speech loss and movement impairments while causing personality changes and making independent living impossible.
Symptoms of TBI can develop over time and may not be immediately apparent to victims or others. Insurance companies often try to downplay or outright deny brain injury claims because of this. This is another reason it is so important to seek legal representation early.
Common Causes of TBIs
Traumatic brain injury is a serious public health concern. According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2020, there were over 214,000 hospitalizations related to TBI. In 2021, there were over 64,000 deaths related to TBI in the United States, or about 190 deaths each day. The CDC also reports that age is a significant factor in TBI, especially for injuries caused by falls.
Traumatic brain injuries can happen in a wide range of circumstances, many of which are preventable. Common causes of TBI include:
- Car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and truck accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Slips and falls
- Work injuries
- Assaults and other acts of violence
- Sports injuries
Brain injury cases also often require a higher standard of proof than many other types of personal injury claims. Brain imaging alone may not be enough to show the full extent of the damage, especially in cases of diffuse or mild TBI. Determining how and why the injury occurred is an essential part of establishing liability and building a successful TBI claim.
TBI Laws
In California, traumatic brain injury claims are usually brought as personal injury claims based on negligence. California Civil Code §1714 holds all individuals responsible for damages they cause to others through a lack of basic care in handling their property or person.
When someone else’s failure to use reasonable care causes a brain injury, the negligent party may be held legally liable for damages. California also follows a pure comparative negligence system. Under this rule, a person who is partly to blame for an accident can still seek compensation, though recovery will be reduced by the percentage of fault they bear.
Traumatic brain injury cases are also subject to California’s statute of limitations. A claimant must usually file a claim within two years of the date of injury. For accidents involving government entities or public property, the window may be significantly shorter.
Hire a Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer
Traumatic brain injury claims are among those that insurance companies fight most vigorously, since they involve high value and potential for long-term complications. The insurer may claim that there is no connection between your symptoms and the accident, or that you are exaggerating your injuries, or that they are the result of a preexisting condition.
An Anaheim traumatic brain injury attorney knows how to counter these arguments with medical documentation and professional witness testimony. When you hire a traumatic brain injury lawyer, they can ensure that your settlement accounts for future damages as well.
FAQs
What Is the Average Settlement for a Traumatic Brain Injury Case in California?
There is no average settlement for a traumatic brain injury case. The severity of the injury and the long-term consequences will play the largest role in the case value. Medical treatment needs, impact on employment, future need for care, and liability will also be considered. Mild head injuries can still lead to significant recoveries if the symptoms are ongoing.
How Much Compensation Do You Get for a Traumatic Brain Injury in Anaheim?
Compensation for a traumatic brain injury in Anaheim will vary depending on the impact the injury has on day-to-day life, work ability, and long-term health and well-being. Patients can seek compensation for medical and rehabilitation expenses, along with lost income and non-economic damages that include physical pain and emotional suffering. Due to the long-lasting effects of a brain injury, compensation is usually calculated with a long-term view in mind rather than focusing on short-term costs.
How Long Does a TBI Claim Take in Anaheim?
Traumatic brain injury claims in Anaheim can take a long time for several reasons. Symptoms may take time to manifest and require a thorough medical evaluation. Cases with permanent or progressive impairment may take longer to settle, particularly when professional testimony is involved. Some claims may settle earlier, but some require litigation to ensure the injured person’s future needs are considered.
Is TBI Hard to Prove?
Traumatic brain injuries are difficult to prove because there are often no objective signs of injury and delayed or progressive symptoms. These types of injuries are often disputed by insurance companies by downplaying the cognitive or emotional impact. Winning traumatic brain injury claims requires comprehensive medical records along with professional evaluations that demonstrate how daily life and quality of life have been impacted.
Contact Easton & Easton for Your TBI Needs
If you suffered a TBI due to the negligence of another, Easton & Easton can help you in the legal process. You don’t have to handle it alone. Contact us today for a free consultation.
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The superior client service Easton & Easton provides has earned the firm an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Easton & Easton is honored to have been chosen anew each year since 2014 by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers as one of the "Best Law Firms" for the Southern California Metro Area.
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Doug, Brian, and Matt Easton have all been selected as Top 100 Trial Lawyers for California by the National Trial Lawyers — a membership organization limited to less than 1% of attorneys.
Doug, Brian, Matt, Travis and Gabe have each been selected to "Best Lawyers" for Plaintiff's Personal Injury Litigation. Best Lawyers selects the Top 5% of attorneys based on peer voting and client reviews.
We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as the #1 Bicycle Accident Settlement in California in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
Doug, Brian, and Matt Easton have each been selected by Super Lawyers, an honor given to less than 5% of attorneys. Travis, Gabe and Brenda have all been selected among Super Lawyers’ Rising Stars in Southern California.
Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a Top 10 Personal Injury Settlement in California in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
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Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 20 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
Brian, Matt, and Travis Easton have each earned lifetime appointment to the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum — The Top Trial Lawyers in America™ through the results achieved for their clients (an honor given to less than 1% of attorneys in the United States).
Doug Easton has held the “AV Preeminent” Rating for over 30 years and Matt Easton received this prestigious distinction in 2015. The "AV Preeminent" rating is the highest possible rating for both legal ability and ethical standards, and is based on the legal profession’s oldest peer review rating system, dating back to 1887.
We were recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a the #1 Personal Injury Settlement in Los Angeles County in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
Brian Easton was selected to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) in 2015. ABOTA is one of the most premier associations of trial attorneys and judges, requiring a certain number of jury trials as lead counsel and approval by a majority vote of the ABOTA board.
Matt, Travis, Gabe and Brenda have all been selected at some point as one of the Top 40 Trial Lawyers Under 40 for California by The National Trial Lawyers — an honor given to less than 1% of attorneys.
Easton & Easton was honored for securing a $20,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 10 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2019 by TopVerdict.com.
Both Doug and Matt Easton have been selected as Top Personal Injury Attorneys by Avvo with scores of 10 out of 10 based on their skill, experience, results, peer evaluations, and client reviews.
Easton & Easton was honored to have been chosen by the LA Times Reader's Choice Poll as "The Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Orange County" for 2018-2020 (each year the voting took place).
We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $1,850,000 verdict for a client, which was selected as one of the Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in California in 2016 by TopVerdict.com.
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Coming out of my first auto accident as an adult, a very difficult and scary time to navigate and understand, I was so incredibly thankful to have been put in contact with Easton & Easton. I honestly was lost with how to handle paperwork, doctors, medical costs and what next steps were, and from the moment I spoke with Travis Easton and my case manager Katie, my mind was put at ease. They have made the entire process stress free for me as I recovered, and I am so grateful for them and their genuine care for my case. Communication from the start has been fantastic, especially making clear what my expectations for the entire process would look like, and I truly believe they have my best interest at heart. 100% I would recommend their firm for anyone that is needing representation! Read more…
My experience with Easton & Easton has been amazing! Gabriel Mendoza and my case manager Katie have been so helpful and taken so much stress off my plate. They’ve been super informative and honest and given me very clear expectations. They’ve taken such a terrible experience (my accident) and eased my mind about the outcome. I can’t thank them enough!! Read more…
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I could not be more pleased with the services provided by the Law Offices of W. Douglas Easton. The senior partner Mr. Easton took the time to meet with me and my wife while I was still in the hospital, where he gave my family hope that there was light at the end of a very long, and very dark tunnel. Matt Easton then worked my case, and because of his dedication, experience and expertise I received a settlement that was larger than I EVER thought possible. It was truly astounding! Matt and the entire team at Easton & Easton looked out for me throughout my recovery, and in the end they gave me my life back. Five stars is not enough. Thanks Matt! Thanks Easton & Easton! Read more…
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I can’t say enough amazing things about my experience with Travis Easton at Easton & Easton. Travis and his entire team (Katie, Amy, Dee, Michelle, & Araceli) are phenomenal. It provided me a lot of comfort to know I was being so well taken care of. I was especially impressed that every document for the case was perfectly written and specific to me. Nothing was generic, which shows the level of care and attention they put into each individual case. I had such a great experience and would highly recommend Travis Easton and his firm to anyone going through a personal injury. Travis took a bad situation and made the best of it for me. Thank you again, I’m forever grateful!!
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Retaining Easton and Easton was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! From the initial consultation to our final meeting, they were nothing short of exceptional. I was forced to retain their services after firing my previous attorney for not handling the case properly. I dealt with Gabriel and Brian (partner) exclusively throughout the case. They did as promised and were great communicators throughout the entire process. I will recommend them to anyone I know going through a personal injury case. They were ultimately able to untangle the mess caused by my previous lawyer and get a result that I was extremely happy with. Their staff is exceptional as well and provided top notch customer service. Amera was also extremely helpful and easy to deal with as well.
I was in a pretty bad car accident and decided to have Easton & Easton represent me, Travis Easton to be specific. Travis Easton and his paralegal made the whole process effortless. They were so understanding and helpful! The entire thing was a gigantic mess, yet Travis managed to make it run like clockwork. I would HIGHLY recommend Easton & Easton! If you are ever in need of a personal defense attorney Easton & Easton is the firm to represent you!
They are the best law firm in Orange County period. Choosing them to represent me was the best decision of my life.
My life changed in a matter of seconds after a catastrophic spinal cord injury that left me disabled. Brian Easton and his team worked on my case non stop for 3 years and provided me the justice I deserved. I couldn’t have been more content.
I was treated with utmost respect and I felt like I was being represented by a close family member. The responses to my questions were quick and clear. What E & E has done for me is phenomenal.
My sincere thanks to Brian, Matt, Travis, Doug, Gabriel and Amera. They are what they are because of their dedication to provide high quality and professional service to their clients.
Brian Easton and his team, Gabe Mendoza and Amera Hajali, helped me during a very difficult time in my life. I had a significant injury from a car accident, and wound up seeking out Easton & Easton when I was having difficulties getting help from my doctors. The Easton team took a lot of stress off of me while acting as my advocates to help me get the care I needed, and saw my case all the way through to a healthy settlement.
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I have nothing but good things to say about Easton and Easton. Brian handled my case professionally and communicated with me effectively throughout the process. He made sure that the process was effortless and as hands free as possible. This was super important for my busy schedule. I highly recommend Easton and Easton if you are ever found in a situation that you need an attorney.
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I was rear ended on my home and pushed into a semi-truck. I was not sure how to go about even using an attorney.
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I was able to concentrate on getting myself better knowing they had my back, taking care of the details and keeping me informed along the way
The best Law firm by far. I would highly recommend Easton & Easton, LLP and ask for Gabriel Mendoza and staff. He and his colleagues did and exceptional service. Thank you for everything. Job well done!
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