Miami Brain Injury Attorney
Helping Victims of Traumatic Brain Injuries Nationwide
Brain injuries have a far-reaching impact. Even if someone who has suffered a mild brain injury appears to be fine, they could be dealing with serious symptoms that only manifest internally, such as depression, mood swings, or memory loss. Often, brain injuries require extensive, specialized care that can be costly over time. If you or a loved one experienced a brain injury due to another's negligence, don't hesitate to enlist the help of a Miami brain injury lawyer from Stewart Tilghman Fox Bianchi & Cain, P.A. We represent people all over the nation in their fight for recovery.
Begin a free consultation by calling (305) 770-6335! Our firm has more than 150 years of collective legal experience and has represented clients worldwide.
Symptoms of Brain Injury
- Difficulty with Communication
The brain is the direct source of one’s ability to communicate with others. The brain interprets something someone said, decides how a person will respond to what was said, and then determines the tongue, lip, and teeth positions needed to communicate the response. At literally every step of the communicative ladder (listening, interpreting, speaking), the brain is behind the scenes running the show. When a person suffers from brain trauma, their ability to listen, interpret, and speak may be affected. For some people, their brain trauma may leave them mute; for others, it may leave them deaf. Regardless of the difficulties, a brain injury can result in communicative complications that stay with a person for life.
- Trouble with or Loss of Senses
The five senses require the brain’s help. While the skin, tongue, nose, eyes, and ears are necessary for actualizing the sense, the brain is the last stop in interpretation. Brain trauma has been known to change the taste of food, decrease the sense of smell, alter the ability of one’s hearing, paralyze portions of a person’s body, and take away / decrease sight.
- Loss of Consciousness
When the brain suffers trauma, it may shut down and stop a person from functioning. While a person may not be intentionally harming their brain, the brain determines an injury has occurred and “powers down.” This results in the loss of consciousness. The goal of losing consciousness is for the brain to assess its damage and keep a person from waking before the damage is thoroughly evaluated. The brain will continue to force the heart to beat and lungs to breathe and will wake a person when it has finished assessing the damage. In some scenarios, the brain has suffered from so much trauma that they will never wake again, resulting in a vegetative state. In other situations, the person will wake within a second or two, resulting in minor confusion and damage. Regardless of the outcome, a loss of consciousness is severe.
- Memory Loss, Headaches & Mood Swings
The brain is the center of a person’s feelings and memories. When someone suffers a brain injury, he or she may forget old memories (long-term memory loss) or recent ones (short-term). In either scenario, a person’s quality of life is drastically affected. While brain trauma can affect these memories, it can also affect a person’s current physical and mental feelings. The brain can help people determine how they should interact with different outside senses and experiences. When the brain receives trauma, it may begin to interact with the external stimulus in ways that other people deem “incorrect.” These different feelings can plague a person, resulting in the person acting differently than their pre-trauma self.
All of these symptoms can severely impact an individual's quality of life. Proper treatment and effective therapy are necessary to lessen the effect; however, it can be difficult to communicate the extent of the injury to a jury because a large majority of these symptoms take place internally. A qualified attorney who is thoroughly familiar with brain injuries is needed to communicate a comprehensive, yet detailed, overview of the injury effectively.
What Is the Difference Between Brain Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
When discussing brain injuries, it's essential to differentiate between a general brain injury and a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). A brain injury refers to any damage to the brain that affects its function. This damage can be the result of various causes, including illness, lack of oxygen, toxic exposure, or trauma. Brain injuries can be classified into two main types: traumatic and non-traumatic.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) specifically refers to damage caused by an external force—such as a blow to the head, a fall, or a collision—that leads to a disruption in the normal function of the brain. TBIs can range from mild (commonly known as concussions) to severe, leading to long-term complications or even death. The severity of a TBI is determined by the extent of damage and the area of the brain affected. Symptoms of TBI can include loss of consciousness, headaches, confusion, dizziness, memory loss, mood swings, and cognitive impairments.
On the other hand, non-traumatic brain injuries are caused by internal factors such as stroke, aneurysms, infectious diseases, lack of oxygen (anoxia or hypoxia), or exposure to toxic substances. These injuries can also result in similar symptoms to TBI, including cognitive difficulties, physical impairments, and emotional instability. However, the key difference lies in the cause of the injury, with non-traumatic brain injuries stemming from internal body processes rather than external force.
Understanding the distinction between brain injury and TBI is crucial for diagnosing and treating the condition accurately. Proper diagnosis informs the treatment plan and rehabilitation process, which can significantly affect the recovery and quality of life of the individual affected.
Examples of Cases We've Handled
We have been able to secure large settlements on behalf of our clients who have suffered brain injuries. In one such case, we represented the McCann family on behalf of their 10-year-old son who suffered a brain injury. The McCann family was out on their yacht when they spotted a wooden Chris Craft, stuck on a sandbar. To help the other boat get out of its predicament, the McCanns secured a tow line from their vessel to the stern cleat of the Chris Craft. When they began to pull, the stern cleat ripped from the Chris Craft's deck and shot to the yacht, striking the McCann's son in the head. The impact of the blow caused permanent brain damage. Upon inspection, it was revealed that the stern cleat was secured to the deck with tiny screws, not bolted to the deck as it should have been. Chris Craft voluntarily settled the product liability case for $6.5 million.
Free Consultation with a Florida Brain Injury Lawyer
We at our Miami, Florida personal injury law firm strive to protect our clients' rights and ensure their future is secured. By limiting our caseload, we devote enormous amounts of effort to every case. This level of commitment and attention to detail is necessary when it comes to communicating our clients' needs, especially when there is a brain injury involved. As a firm, we are passionate about meaningful relationships with our clients as we help them throughout case proceedings.
We're one of the foremost firms in the nation for life-changing brain injuries. Get a free consult: (305) 770-6335.
Hundreds of Millions Won
We have a reputation for getting results. Our personal injury law firm has successfully gone toe-to-toe against the largest companies in the country and has been able to recover maximum financial compensation for our clients. As a result of our success, diligence, and experience, our trial attorneys have been recognized and awarded by numerous organizations throughout the nation. We have consistently obtained extraordinary results for our clients year after year in state after state. We can arrange for you to speak directly to our previous clients
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$650 MILLION
RICO
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$17.3 MILLION
Wrongful Death
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$16.5 MILLION
Brain Injury
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$15.5 MILLION
RICO
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$15 MILLION
Birth Injury
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$15 MILLION
Truck Accident
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$15 MILLION
Medical Malpractice
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$15 MILLION
Liquor Liability
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$14.5 MILLION
Pedestrian Accident
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$14 MILLION
Hazing
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$13.5 MILLION
Birth Injury
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$12 MILLION
Defective Product
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$12 MILLION
Wrongful Death
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$11 MILLION
Birth Injury
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$11 MILLION
Personal Injury
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$10.5 MILLION
RICO
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$10 MILLION
Medical Malpractice
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$10 MILLION
RICO
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$10 MILLION
Medical Malpractice
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$8 MILLION
Cruise Ship Injury
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$8 MILLION
Truck Accident
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$8 MILLION
Negligent Security
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$8 MILLION
Medical Malpractice
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$7.5 MILLION
Sexual Assault
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$7 MILLION
Defective Product
Why Choose Us?
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ResultsHundreds of Millions Recovered
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CommitmentLimited Caseloads Equals Unlimited Focus
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Integrity
150 Years of Combined Experience