Most often caused by a violent blow to the head or jolt to the body, a traumatic brain injury is characterized by some form of damage to the brain. Minor traumatic brain injuries may only affect the brain cells temporarily and may resolve on their own. Severe traumatic brain injuries, which cause bleeding, bruising, or brain cell death, can cause permanent complications, disabilities, and even loss of life.

One of the factors that makes brain injuries so serious is their potential to cause such a wide range of physical and psychological effects. Every single area of a victim’s life may be affected by a traumatic brain injury. The recovery of fair, complete compensation is essential to paving the way to a more stable future.

Silbowitz, Garafola, Silbowitz, Schatz & Frederick, L.L.P. has been fighting for New York’s injured for over 20 years. We have seen just how much of an impact a traumatic brain injury can have on a victim and his or her family, and our New York City brain injury lawyers are dedicated to pursuing the monetary damages that can allow for the best care – for the rest of the victim’s life.

Brain Injury Causes & Liability

Brain injuries are classified as catastrophic injuries because they are life-changing. Victims and their families will find their futures dramatically altered, but determining liability and seeking justice can bring peace of mind – and also much-needed financial support.

Our NYC brain injury attorneys deal with all types of cases involving traumatic brain injuries and brain damage, including such causes as:

• Slip and fall accidents
• Falls from heights
• Car accidents
• Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
• Nursing home abuse and neglect
• Medical malpractice
• Birth injuries
• Anesthesia errors
• Defective products
• Assaults on another’s property
• Swimming accidents
• Exposure to toxins