Indiana Catastrophic Head And Neck Injury Attorneys

Brain and spinal cord injuries are often permanent and life-altering for those injured and their families. Resuming daily life after a serious head or spinal cord injury is one of the most difficult challenges anyone can face. At Cooke Law Firm, we can help.

Our head and neck injury attorneys have the knowledge and resources to help people suffering from brain or spinal cord injuries and their families get a proper diagnosis and full compensation for their injuries. The firm has experience representing clients suffering from:

Traumatic brain injuries Acquired brain injuries Closed head injuries Penetrating head injuries Brain stem injury Paralysis Paraplegia

Quadriplegia Paraparesis Tetraplegia Hemiplegia Motor function loss Sensory loss And other injuries

We take the time to fully investigate the circumstances of the injury so that we can document its full effects on your daily life, both now and in the future.

Fierce Advocates For Indiana Brain Injury Victims

Brain injuries most often occur when a sudden trauma causes damage to the brain.  Many head injuries are caused by someone else’s negligence, including injuries from:

Automobile accidents Motorcycle accidents Trucking accidents Bicycle accidents Pedestrian accidents Construction site accidents

Workplace accidents Playground accidents Toxic exposure Defective products Defective machinery

While brain injuries are always serious, some can be difficult to diagnose. Our Indiana brain injury attorneys have a thorough understanding of all kinds of brain injuries and maintain a network of qualified experts to assist us in assessing both the immediate and long-term consequences of a traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Lafayette Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers That Support Your Injury Claim

Serious spinal cord injuries can be devastating. Spinal cord injuries most often occur when a blow fractures or dislocates a person’s vertebrae. Most often, the injury does not sever the spinal cord but instead causes trauma when pieces of vertebrae damage cord tissue or press down on nerves. Spinal cord injuries can result in complete or partial paralysis, paraplegia or quadriplegia.

At Cooke Law Firm, our attorneys have an impressive depth and breadth of knowledge about brain and spinal cord injuries. J. Aaron Cooke is a member of the Brain Injury Association of Indiana and is dedicated to understanding the complexities of these kinds of injuries.

We take the time to investigate the unique circumstances of the injury thoroughly, properly value the case, negotiate a full and fair settlement of the claim, and help establish trust or make other plans to make sure the injured person’s future is secure. Compensation may include payments for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, rehabilitation, and loss of employment potential.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lafayette Brain And Spinal Cord Injuries 

If you have questions about your rights after a brain or spinal cord injury, you can find your answers below:

What should you do immediately after a head or spinal cord injury?

If you have been in an accident and hit your head or are suffering from back pain, you should call for emergency assistance and seek immediate medical care. As soon as possible, you should reach out to an experienced personal injury attorney. Our attorneys can help you build a case against the liable parties after suffering from a head or spinal cord injury.

What is the statute of limitation on a spinal cord or brain injury lawsuit in Indiana?

You have two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury claim – but it is best to contact an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible so that your case can be carefully developed. If you miss this critical deadline, you may forfeit your right to recover compensation forever.

How do courts determine if brain or spinal cord injuries were caused by negligence?

Four elements determine whether or not someone is negligent:

• Duty of care: The defendant must have had a legal responsibility toward the safety of others, such as a driver’s obligation to follow traffic laws.
• Breach of duty: The defendant failed their duty of care in some way, such as by speeding in a school zone.
• Causation: The defendant’s failure to uphold their duty of care caused injuries to the victim.
• Damages: The victim suffered economic and noneconomic losses as a result of their injuries.

If these elements can be proven in court, the victim may be entitled to compensation for their injuries and losses.

How can a lawyer help secure compensation for brain and spinal cord injuries?

A Lafayette brain injury attorney can gather evidence, help document your injuries, catalogue your losses, calculate your future expenses, identify the liable parties, negotiate effectively with the insurance companies involved and – when necessary – represent you in court. A personal injury attorney’s early involvement can often lead to significantly better results for a claim.

Contact The Lafayette, Indiana, Personal Injury Lawyers At Cooke Law Firm

Find out how our experienced attorneys can help you. Call 765-340-2776 or contact Cooke Law Firm online for a free initial consultation.

We represent accident and personal injury victims throughout Indiana, including Tippecanoe, White and Benton counties.