ConnecticutTraumatic Brain Injury Lawyer
A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, can have severe short- and long-term effects for victims. If someone else’s negligence has caused your brain injury, you have the right to seek compensation. Pursuing damages can provide much-needed financial security for you and your family, hold those who harmed you accountable, and hopefully prevent similar future behavior.
The experienced Connecticut traumatic brain injury lawyers at Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., will fight to secure the compensation you deserve by thoroughly investigating your claim, determining liability, negotiating a full and fair settlement, and advocating for you in court.
Table of Contents
- Brain Injury Law Firm Serving the State of Connecticut
- Why Trust KJSR With Your Traumatic Brain Injury Claim?
- Millions Recovered for Connecticut Traumatic Brain Injury Victims
- How Much Is My Connecticut TBI Claim Worth?
- Why Should I Hire a Connecticut Brain Injury Attorney?
- How Do Traumatic Brain Injuries Occur?
- Request Your Free Consultation With a Connecticut Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer Today
- Connecticut Brain Injury Attorney FAQs
Key Takeaways
- The value of your TBI claim depends on factors such as the nature and severity of your injury, your pain and suffering, its financial impact, and its long-term effects.
- An experienced brain injury lawyer will thoroughly investigate your claim, determine liability, calculate damages, and fight for you in settlement negotiations or trial.
- Workplace injuries, motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and medical malpractice are just some of the common causes of TBIs.
- You must file your TBI lawsuit within Connecticut’s three-year statute of limitations or lose your chance at compensation.
Brain Injury Law Firm Serving the State of Connecticut
Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., proudly represents injured people throughout Connecticut in both small and large injury cases. Our responsive and compassionate attorneys serve communities all over the state, including the following:
- Bridgeport
- Danbury
- Greenwich
- Hartford
- New Britain
- New Haven
- Norwalk
- Stamford
- Waterbury
- West Hartford
- And more
Why Trust KJSR With Your Traumatic Brain Injury Claim?
KJSR has provided effective and aggressive legal representation to injured Connecticuters since 1988. We emphasize integrity, professionalism, and commitment to justice that victims need when facing insurance companies that put profits over people.
Our attorneys gather key information and build strong cases through meticulous preparation and a personalized approach to each claim. We investigate and gather evidence you may have trouble securing, including witness statements and expert testimony. Our thorough preparation and investigation allow us to identify all parties liable for your brain injury and fight attempts to blame you for your accident.
Our decades of experience with TBI and other injury cases means we recognize insurance company tactics to delay claims, offer low settlements, and pressure victims into dropping their claims. We don’t let them get away with it. If the other party will not offer a fair settlement, our brain injury lawyers will fight for you in court.
Your accident may leave you with financial difficulties, but that does not prevent you from securing high-quality legal advice. Contact us after your accident for a free case evaluation so we can discuss your legal options.
John Kennedy Jr.
Founding Partner
John J. Kennedy, Jr., is the founding partner of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C. In 1988, John formed Kennedy & Johnson, along with David Johnson. John is an accomplished trial attorney, spending most of his more than 42 years practicing in Connecticut, representing injured clients before juries.
Millions Recovered for Connecticut Traumatic Brain Injury Victims
Our personal injury attorneys have a strong reputation throughout Connecticut for securing significant settlements and verdicts for our clients. Some of our most noteworthy brain injury cases include the following:
- $5 Million – Brain injury caused by a neurosurgeon’s surgical error
- $3.4 Million – Brain injury caused by insufficient post-operative cleansing of a wound
- $3.3 Million – Medical malpractice verdict after trial for a traumatic brain injury caused by mis-intubation
- $2.75 Million – Exposure to carbon monoxide resulting in traumatic brain injury
- $1.85 Million – Truck tires fell off, resulting in an accident and a traumatic brain injury
- $1.42 Million – Traumatic brain injury of a pedestrian hit in a crosswalk
- $1.1 Million – Traumatic brain injury and fractures caused by a motor vehicle accident
- $800,000 – Settlement for a boating accident that resulted in severe traumatic brain injury
- $615,000 – Traumatic brain injury to a client, who eventually made a satisfactory recovery and returned to school
- $600,000 – Settlement of an underinsured motorist claim for a motor vehicle accident with a tractor-trailer resulting in a traumatic brain injury
How Much Is My Connecticut TBI Claim Worth?
The details of your case determine how much your TBI case is worth. Several factors affect brain injury claim payouts, such as:
- The nature and severity of the injury: The extent of your harm impacts your medical expenses, recovery time, and overall impact on your life.
- Medical expenses and treatment: You can pursue your current and future medical and rehabilitation costs.
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity: This covers your loss of income and economic opportunities now and in the future.
- Pain and suffering: People with TBIs may experience debilitating headaches, confusion, memory loss, personality changes, psychological effects, and other symptoms.
- Long-term consequences and disabilities: The long-term effects of a TBI include a loss of cognitive ability, problems communicating, anxiety, and mood and behavioral changes.
- Liability and negligence: You must establish that the other party was negligent and caused your injury to succeed in your claim. However, under Connecticut’s modified comparative negligence statute, you can only collect compensation if you were 50 percent or less responsible for your accident.
- Insurance coverage: The other party’s insurance policy limits may cap the damages you can pursue from an insurer. Your attorney can advise of other potential sources of compensation.
Our experienced traumatic brain injury lawyers can give you a better understanding of potential compensation for your injury.
Why Should I Hire a Connecticut Brain Injury Attorney?
In TBI cases, you often face insurance adjusters who try to convince you to settle quickly and for as little as possible. You need an accomplished TBI lawyer to protect your rights and fight back against claims that your injury isn’t serious or that you were responsible for your accident.
An experienced traumatic brain injury attorney knows how to prove that you have a TBI, that the other party’s actions or inactions led to your injuries, and that you deserve compensation. We use our experience in similar cases to calculate damages and advise you whether a settlement offer is fair.
What Does a TBI Attorney Do?
You are never just a file number to our attorneys. They will build your case based on its specific circumstances. There are several actions our brain injury lawyers will take on your behalf, including:
- Carefully investigate your case to determine what caused your injuries and who is liable.
- Gather critical evidence, such as police reports, toxicology reports, videos, witness testimony, and medical records that bolster your claim.
- Craft a compelling legal argument that proves that another party caused your TBI.
- Refute efforts to blame you for your injury and deny your just compensation.
- Negotiate with the insurance company and prevent them from manipulating or pressuring you.
- If the other party does not offer a fair settlement, file a lawsuit and fight for you at trial.
How Do Traumatic Brain Injuries Occur?
Traumatic brain injuries affect an estimated two million people in the United States each year. For people under 45, it is the leading cause of death and disability. TBIs are so prevalent because there are numerous ways in which you can suffer a head injury.
Some of the common causes of TBIs include the following:
- Medical malpractice and negligence
- Slip and falls
- Transportation accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Boating accidents
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Truck accidents
- Workplace accidents
If you or a loved one has suffered a TBI because of someone else’s negligence, our accomplished Connecticut traumatic brain injury lawyers can help. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can start building a strong claim.
Request Your Free Consultation With a Connecticut Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer Today
TBIs can have dramatic impacts on victims’ physical, financial, and emotional health. If someone else caused your brain injury, you deserve a chance to fight for compensation for your short- and long-term economic and non-economic damages.
Don’t wait—speak to a personal injury attorney today by calling 203-865-8430 or completing our contact form for a free case evaluation. We will develop a personalized legal approach based on the specifics of your case and begin building your claim for damages immediately.
Connecticut Brain Injury Attorney FAQs
Following an accident that causes a TBI, you and your family may have many questions. These are some of the more common ones our TBI attorneys hear from our clients.
How Do I Find the Best Brain Injury Lawyer for My Case?
When looking for an attorney for your TBI case, focus on their experience handling similar claims. Find an attorney with a long track record of settlements and verdicts. Pay attention to the questions they ask and how comfortable you feel talking to them. Your attorney must have a firm grasp of the law and the ability to tell your story compellingly.
What Happens if I Don't Hire a Brain Injury Attorney?
You don’t have to hire an attorney. However, an attorney gives you the best shot at recovering the full compensation you deserve. Our highly skilled brain injury attorneys can calculate your current and future damages and deal with the insurance company. We have access to a network of carefully cultivated experts who can testify to your injuries and damages. Let experienced attorneys handle your claim so you can focus on healing.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire a Brain Injury Attorney?
At KJSR, we firmly believe that victims’ finances must not affect their access to top-tier legal representation. We offer free consultations, and our brain injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. We pay the costs upfront, and you only pay us if we win.
How Long Do I Have to File My Connecticut Traumatic Brain Injury Claim?
You generally must file your TBI claim within Connecticut’s three-year statute of limitations for personal injuries. If you are filing a wrongful death claim because your loved one died from a brain injury, you have two years from the date of death to file suit. A judge will likely dismiss your case if you fail to file on time. Contact our TBI lawyers promptly so we can determine your deadline and advise you of the best avenues for pursuing compensation.
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