New York Brain Injury Attorneys Ready to Fight for You

Decades of Combined Experience in Brain Injury Law

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can affect motor skills, speech, memory, cognition, and personality. Treatment is costly, may not fully restore function, and often requires ongoing therapy or in-home care, with financial and caregiving burdens falling on family members.

At Sultzer & Lipari, our New York brain injury attorneys use over 100 years of collective experience to pursue justice for victims of negligence. We assess how the injury occurred, review medical opinions, and evaluate changes to daily life to pursue full compensation, including complex cases involving multiple parties, insurance carriers, and New York courts.

Contact our New York brain injury attorneys today to review your case and understand your legal options. We are ready to fight for full compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, and long-term care needs.

Understanding the Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries

In a personal injury case involving a traumatic brain injury, we must determine what caused the injury and, therefore, who should be held responsible in civil court. This may be a drunk driver, a manufacturer that produces a defective product, or even a government entity that fails to maintain safe roadways.

With our resources and experience, we can take on brain injury cases involving:

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
• Taxi and rideshare accidents
• Defective products
• Construction accidents

New York Brain Injury Claims And Compensation

After a traumatic brain injury diagnosis, a New York civil claim can cover medical care, lost income, and impacts on quality of life. Recoverable damages often include ongoing neurologist visits, rehabilitation, counseling, medications, transportation, property damage, and household assistance when daily tasks become difficult.

Non-economic damages may include pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of activities, and spouses may claim loss of support or companionship. Timely action is critical, as statutes of limitation and notice requirements for government entities can restrict filing periods, and early consultation ensures evidence is preserved and claims are filed in the proper New York courts.

Why Choose Our Brain Injury Lawyers In New York

Selecting counsel for a brain injury case is critical because the outcome can affect financial stability and access to care for years. Our firm prepares every case as if it will go to trial, which strengthens negotiations with insurers and ensures clients are positioned to pursue full compensation in a New York courtroom if necessary.

Our lawyers have secured over $1 billion in recoveries across complex civil cases, giving us experience with detailed medical records and sophisticated defense strategies. We coordinate closely with clients and family members, managing paperwork, deadlines, and appointments throughout New York to reduce burdens and allow clients to focus on recovery while we handle the legal process.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Do I Have To File A Brain Injury Lawsuit In New York?

The time you have to file a lawsuit after a brain injury depends on how the injury occurred and who may be responsible. New York law sets general deadlines for personal injury actions, and special rules can apply if a potential defendant is a municipality or other public entity. Because these time limits are strictly enforced, it is wise to speak with a lawyer as soon as you are able so that any necessary notices and filings can be made on time.

What Should I Bring To My First Meeting About A Brain Injury Case?

For an initial consultation, it helps to bring any medical records you have received so far, discharge paperwork from the hospital, and information about follow-up appointments. You should also gather insurance information, accident reports, and photographs of the scene or visible injuries, if available. These materials give an attorney a clearer starting point to assess liability, potential damages, and where in New York a case might need to be filed.

Can I Pursue A Claim If My Loved One Cannot Speak For Themselves After A Brain Injury?

Many serious brain injuries leave a person unable to explain what happened or participate fully in legal decisions. In those situations, New York law allows certain family members or court-appointed representatives to act on the injured person’s behalf. The specific process can vary depending on the person’s age, capacity, and whether any prior planning documents exist, so it is important to get guidance on what steps may be needed to protect their rights.

Long-Term Effects and Lifelong Damages From TBIs

The compensation you deserve after a catastrophic injury or TBI goes beyond immediate medical bills, as these injuries often cause lasting physical, cognitive, and psychological challenges. Severe injuries may require assistance with daily tasks, prevent you from working, and create lifelong impacts that must be factored into a claim. Our New York TBI attorneys calculate damages accurately and pursue them aggressively in and out of court.

Recognizing Symptoms of a Mild Brain Injury

Please be aware that not all serious brain injuries produce immediately intense side effects and symptoms. It is possible to suffer a TBI that only begins with subtle symptoms that you might mistake for other issues. For this reason, you should always see a medical professional as soon as you can after a serious accident that might have caused a brain injury. An early diagnosis could help mitigate the extent of your injuries while also bolstering the validity of your claims.

Subtle symptoms of a brain injury can include:

• Unexplained headaches
• Sensitivity to light and sound
• Waves of dizziness or nausea
• Uncharacteristic mood swings
• Memory problems
• Insomnia or exaggerated oversleeping

Keep a journal of changes in sleep, concentration, or behavior after an accident and share it with your New York doctor to assist with diagnosis and establish a timeline of symptoms. Even if initial scans appear normal, follow-up visits with a physician or specialist are important to document ongoing problems, rule out complications, and support accommodations at work or school.

Get Your Free Consultation With Our NY Brain Injury Lawyers

Schedule a free consultation with Sultzer & Lipari to have experienced lawyers evaluate the impact of your injury and pursue justice on your behalf. Let us handle the legal process while you focus on recovery.