El Paso County · Traumatic brain injuries
Briargate Brain Injury Lawyers
Brain injury from a Briargate-area crash or accident? Free consultation, no fee unless we recover.
How Brain Injuries Develop and Spread Across Your Life
A blow to the head or violent movement can cause a traumatic brain injury even without loss of consciousness. In Briargate and across El Paso County, we see clients injured in vehicle collisions on I-25, Research Parkway, and local roads, as well as falls on unsafe property. The injury itself may feel subtle at first—a headache, brief confusion, or dizziness—but over days and weeks, cognitive and emotional changes often emerge. Memory gaps, trouble concentrating, mood swings, sleep disruption, and balance problems are common signs. Some people return to work or school and then realize they cannot keep up.
We document how the brain injury unfolds because a normal CT or MRI does not rule out concussion or lasting brain damage. Emergency records from UCHealth Memorial Hospital North and other facilities show the initial event and vital signs, but the real burden emerges in the weeks and months after. We gather neurology and neuropsychology evaluations, therapy notes, school or employment records, and observations from family members. This evidence builds a picture of your actual functional losses—not just the medical code, but how you live now and what you need going forward.
Proof That Links the Injury to the Accident and Your Symptoms
Proving a brain injury claim means showing the traumatic event, the diagnosis, how your symptoms have progressed, and the functional changes in daily life and work. We start with the incident itself: the crash on Briargate Parkway, the fall on a property owner's uneven surface, or the contact sports injury. Police reports from the Colorado Springs Police Department or El Paso County Sheriff's Office, witness statements, and photographs of the scene establish what happened. Medical records from the emergency department show the immediate impact and any loss of consciousness, confusion, or imaging findings.
The connection between injury and limitation is what makes or breaks a brain injury case. We present neurology and neuropsychology test results, therapy notes documenting your progress and setbacks, and sometimes school or employment records showing a drop in performance. Family members often provide crucial testimony about changes in mood, sleep, memory, and personality that clinicians may not see in the office. This multi-layered evidence—medical, functional, and relational—is what El Paso County Combined Courts need to understand the true scope of your injury.
Local investigations may involve Colorado Springs Police Department and El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, incident scenes near North Gate Boulevard or Fountain, and follow-up care through UCHealth Memorial Hospital North.
Briargate is a north Colorado Springs community near I-25 and Research Parkway. Many clients prefer the firm’s North office on Goddard Street for consultations.
Building a strong brain injury case requires detailed documentation of the incident, medical findings, and how the injury affects your daily life and work. Below are the key evidence items we gather for Briargate residents treated at UCHealth Memorial Hospital North and other providers.
- Emergency room or urgent care records from the day of injury, including vital signs, loss of consciousness, and initial symptom reports
- Imaging studies (CT, MRI, or other scans) and radiologist reports, even if initial results appear normal
- Neurology evaluation noting cognitive, balance, headache, vision, or sensory changes
- Neuropsychology testing documenting memory, concentration, processing speed, or mood alterations
- Therapy notes (physical, occupational, speech) showing functional progress or plateau
- School records, report cards, or teacher observations if the injured person is a student
- Employment records, performance reviews, or employer statements about work changes or missed time
- Medical records from all follow-up appointments and specialist visits
- Family journal or diary entries describing sleep, mood, behavioral, or personality changes observed at home
- Statements from family members, friends, coworkers, or teachers who witnessed behavioral or functional decline
- Police or incident reports filed with Colorado Springs Police Department or El Paso County Sheriff's Office if applicable
- Future-care opinions and cost estimates from medical providers for ongoing treatment or rehabilitation
A normal scan does not rule out concussion or traumatic brain injury—we document all functional changes to prove the injury's real impact. Contact our Colorado Springs office promptly to protect your claim deadline.
Diagnosis and Ongoing Care After Brain Injury
A traumatic brain injury diagnosis may come from a neurologist, emergency physician, or neuropsychologist. Some clients are diagnosed immediately after a collision or fall; others seek evaluation weeks later once symptoms become disruptive. Neuropsychology testing is particularly valuable because it measures memory, attention, processing speed, and executive function with objective scores. These tests show whether your brain is working differently than before the injury, even if an MRI appears normal. We obtain these evaluations and explain them to insurance adjusters and juries in plain language.
Future care and rehabilitation are central to a brain injury claim. Ongoing physical therapy, speech therapy, neuropsychological treatment, and sometimes vocational counseling all cost money and time. Some people need accommodations at work or school, while others face permanent earning losses because they cannot return to their previous job. We work with your doctors and therapists to estimate future care costs and document how the injury affects your ability to work and support your family.
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What Brain Injury Claims Can Recover
- Medical bills: emergency care, hospital stays, imaging, neurology and neuropsychology evaluations, therapy and rehabilitation
- Past lost wages from time away from work or reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of life quality from cognitive and mood changes
- Future medical care, therapy, and accommodations tied to ongoing brain injury symptoms
- Permanent earning losses if you cannot return to your prior job or career
- Family support and loss of consortium if the injury affects your relationships
El Paso County Combined Courts recognize the lasting impact of brain injury on work, family, and daily function, and awards can include past and future losses.
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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A passenger suffered traumatic brain, neck, and back injuries in a Colorado Springs intersection collision. After the carrier refused a fair number, a jury awarded $295,000 including interest and costs.
El Paso County jury verdict
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Briargate Traumatic brain injuries FAQ
Does a normal CT or MRI scan mean I don't have a brain injury?
No. Many concussions and traumatic brain injuries do not show up on standard imaging. We focus on your actual symptoms—changes in memory, concentration, sleep, mood, balance, and ability to work or attend school. Neuropsychology testing and clinical evaluations by neurologists can reveal cognitive or functional changes even when scans appear normal. A diagnosis and functional impairment are what matter in your claim, not the scan alone.
How much time do I have to file a claim after a brain injury in Briargate?
The deadline depends on what caused your injury, not when you were diagnosed. A car crash on Briargate Parkway, an unsafe condition on someone's property, or an injury at a public facility each may have different filing deadlines. Vehicle crashes generally have a three-year filing deadline in Colorado; other injury claims are often two years. Some public-entity claims have much shorter notice requirements. Contact our North office on Goddard Street as soon as possible to review your specific incident and preserve your rights.
What happens if my employer or school says my memory or concentration problems are not related to the injury?
We obtain medical and neuropsychology evaluations that clearly establish the link between your injury event and your cognitive, emotional, or physical changes. We also gather statements from teachers, employers, coworkers, or family members who observed your functioning before and after the injury. Medical records and expert opinions—combined with third-party observations—create a strong record of causation.
How are attorney fees handled in a brain injury case?
McCormick & Murphy works on a contingency fee basis for injury claims. We earn an attorney fee only if we settle your case or win at trial. You pay nothing unless we recover money for you. Any advanced case costs—such as medical records, expert evaluations, or court filing fees—are separate from the attorney fee and are discussed with you upfront.
Should I keep a journal of my symptoms and changes after the injury?
Yes. A daily or weekly record of headaches, sleep problems, mood changes, memory lapses, balance issues, and work or school difficulties is valuable evidence. Family members and close friends should also note any personality or behavioral changes they observe. These observations, combined with medical records and expert opinions, strengthen your claim significantly.
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