Las Vegas Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer
Brain Injuries Can Be Invisible—But the Impact Is Life-Changing
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most complex and devastating injuries a person can suffer. Whether caused by a car accident, fall, or medical error, TBIs often result in long-term cognitive, emotional, and physical challenges. At The Paul Powell Law Firm, we represent victims of brain injuries throughout Las Vegas, helping them secure the compensation they need to manage recovery and rebuild their lives.
Brain injuries may not always be visible, but their effects can be profound. From memory loss and mood changes to impaired motor function and speech difficulties, TBIs can disrupt every aspect of daily life. Our legal team understands the medical and legal complexities of these cases and fights aggressively to hold negligent parties accountable.
Types of Traumatic Brain Injuries We Handle
We represent clients suffering from a wide range of traumatic brain injuries.
These injuries may result from vehicle collisions, falls, workplace accidents, or medical malpractice. Using the details our clients share with our team, we thoroughly investigate the cause and potential responsible parties, and build strong cases backed by testimony. It is our goal to ensure you are compensated well for your pain and suffering.
- Concussions and post-concussion syndrome
- Contusions and brain bleeding
- Diffuse axonal injuries (DAI)
- Penetrating head trauma
- Hypoxic or anoxic brain injuries due to lack of oxygen
- Brain damage caused by surgical errors or anesthesia mistakes
Signs and Symptoms of Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injuries can manifest in many ways. Common symptoms include:
- Memory loss or confusion
- Difficulty concentrating or processing information
- Headaches, dizziness, or nausea
- Mood swings, depression, or anxiety
- Slurred speech or impaired coordination
- Sensory changes (vision, hearing, smell)
If you or a loved one is experiencing these symptoms after an accident or medical procedure, seek medical attention immediately and contact our legal team for guidance.
Compensation for Brain Injury Victims
We fight to recover full compensation for:
Emergency care and hospitalization
Neurological evaluations and imaging
Long-term rehabilitation and therapy
Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
Pain and suffering, emotional trauma
Home modifications and assistive devices
In cases of medical malpractice, we also pursue damages for breach of care and may seek punitive damages if the provider’s actions were reckless.
Nevada Legal Considerations for Brain Injury Claims
Statute of Limitations:
You generally have two years to file a personal injury claim, or one year from discovery in medical malpractice cases. Give yourself the best chance at a favorable outcome by filing your case as soon as possible.
Expert Affidavit Requirement:
Nevada law requires an affidavit from a qualified medical expert in malpractice cases.
Damage Caps:
Non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases are capped at $350,000.
We ensure all legal requirements are met and deadlines are protected.
What to Do After a Brain Injury
If you suspect a brain injury:
- Seek immediate medical evaluation, even if symptoms seem mild
- Document the incident and any changes in behavior or cognition
- Keep records of all treatments, medications, and expenses
- Avoid discussing the case with insurers or signing documents
- Contact our team for a free consultation and legal guidance
Acting quickly can make the difference between winning and losing your case.
Let Us Help You Navigate Recovery
Traumatic brain injuries require more than just medical care, they require legal advocacy that understands the stakes. At The Paul Powell Law Firm, we’re here to fight for your future and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. We know the long-term effects of these kinds of injuries, and we will pursue all available avenues to get you what you deserve.
Call us today for a free consultation and let us help you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get immediate answers to your most pressing legal concerns.
Medical malpractice can cause traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) through birth injuries (oxygen deprivation, improper use of forceps or vacuum extraction), surgical errors (anesthesia mistakes, brain surgery errors, inadequate monitoring), delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis of stroke or brain hemorrhage, medication errors causing brain damage, failure to diagnose and treat infections like meningitis, and failure to prevent or treat increased intracranial pressure. These preventable errors can result in permanent cognitive impairment, personality changes, and lifelong disability.
TBI victims can recover substantial compensation including past and future medical expenses (hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, assistive devices, long-term care), lost wages and diminished earning capacity (often total disability), home and vehicle modifications for accessibility, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, cognitive and emotional impairment damages, and in Nevada, up to $350,000 in non-economic damages. Because TBIs often require lifetime care, settlements and verdicts can reach into the millions of dollars.
TBI medical malpractice cases typically take longer to resolve than other injury claims—often 2-4 years or more—because they require extensive medical documentation, testimony from neurologists and life care planners, comprehensive evaluation of long-term prognosis and care needs, and complex damage calculations for lifetime costs. However, this extended timeline is necessary to ensure you receive full compensation for all future needs. An experienced attorney will not rush settlement negotiations that could leave you undercompensated for a catastrophic, permanent injury.
Traumatic brain injuries in medical malpractice cases commonly result from surgical errors damaging the brain during procedures, anesthesia mistakes causing oxygen deprivation, failure to diagnose and treat stroke symptoms promptly, medication errors causing adverse reactions affecting the brain, birth injuries from improper use of forceps, vacuum extraction, or failure to perform timely C-sections, failure to monitor head injury patients properly, and delayed diagnosis of brain tumors or infections. Our attorneys work with neurological experts to prove how medical negligence caused your TBI.
Traumatic brain injury victims can recover substantial compensation including extensive current and future medical expenses for surgery, hospitalization, and ongoing neurological care, cognitive and physical rehabilitation therapy, lifetime care costs including assisted living if needed, lost income and complete loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, permanent cognitive impairment damages, loss of enjoyment of life, and family members’ loss of consortium claims. TBI cases often involve millions in damages due to the severity and permanence of injuries.
Traumatic brain injuries are diagnosed and documented through imaging studies including CT scans, MRIs, and PET scans, neurological examinations assessing cognitive and motor function, neuropsychological testing to identify specific deficits, evaluations by treating neurologists and specialists, baseline comparisons to pre-injury cognitive abilities, documentation of symptoms like memory loss, headaches, personality changes, and mood disorders, and life care planning assessments. Our attorneys work with medical experts to thoroughly document your TBI for maximum compensation.