Adams County · Traumatic brain injuries
Brighton Brain Injury Lawyers
Brain injury from a Brighton accident affecting memory or mood? We document your changes and recover what you've lost.
Brain Injury Claims in Brighton
Traumatic brain injuries and concussions often happen in traffic crashes on U.S. Highway 85, Bridge Street, or I-76. They can also result from falls, assaults, or workplace incidents in Brighton, Commerce City, Thornton, and surrounding areas. The injury may seem minor at first, but symptoms can worsen over days or weeks. Emergency care at Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital is the first step, but recovery often requires ongoing treatment and real documentation of how the injury affects your thinking, mood, work, and daily routines.
We file claims for people whose brain injuries were caused by someone else's negligence or wrongdoing. Police reports from the Brighton Police Department and Adams County Sheriff's Office, medical records, and your own account of what happened form the foundation of your case. Our goal is to show the full scope of your injury and secure compensation that reflects your actual losses—both now and in the future.
Proving Brain Injury Damages
A normal CT or MRI scan does not rule out concussion or traumatic brain injury. Changes in how you think, remember, concentrate, sleep, and move are the real measures of harm. We gather emergency records from the hospital, imaging results, detailed neurology and neuropsychology evaluations, therapy notes, and any school or employment records that document your struggles after the injury. Family members and coworkers often notice things you might downplay—we include their observations.
We also obtain expert opinions on your future medical care and the lasting effect on your earning ability. These details are presented to insurance companies and, if necessary, to the Adams County Justice Center. The evidence shows not just what happened, but how it has changed your life and what you will need going forward.
Local investigations may involve Brighton Police Department and Adams County Sheriff’s Office, incident scenes near Bromley Lane or Northglenn, and follow-up care through Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital.
Traumatic brain injuries often involve changes that don't show up on standard imaging. To prove your concussion or TBI claim, gather evidence across several categories: The Incident
- Police reports from Brighton Police Department or Adams County Sheriff's Office
- Accident scene photos or video
- Witness statements
- Records from the property owner or responsible party
- Details about the impact, fall, or collision (location, force, circumstances)
- Emergency room records from Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital or other urgent-care visits
- CT scans, MRI results, and imaging reports (even if normal)
- Neurology or neuropsychology evaluations and test results
- Baseline testing if available (school or employment records)
- Ongoing therapy notes (physical, occupational, speech, neuropsychological)
- Your journal documenting memory, concentration, mood, sleep, balance, and headaches
- Family or caregiver observations of behavioral or personality changes
- School records showing academic decline or missed days
- Employment records showing missed work, reduced hours, or performance decline
- Medical appointments and provider notes about progression
- Medical opinions on long-term treatment or rehabilitation needs
- Vocational assessments if the injury affects earning capacity
- Life-care plans prepared by specialists
- Documentation of ongoing medications or therapies
Medical Documentation Symptom and Functional Changes Future Care and Impact A normal scan does not rule out concussion or TBI. Comprehensive evidence from multiple sources builds credibility and reflects the full scope of your injury.
Medical Documentation and Expert Evaluation
Brain injuries require careful, ongoing medical evaluation. Neurologists and neuropsychologists conduct tests that measure memory, attention, processing speed, and emotional function. These evaluations capture deficits that standard imaging may miss. We work with specialists who understand Brighton and Adams County injury cases and can explain your condition clearly to an adjuster or jury.
Your medical records—including emergency visits, imaging, therapy sessions, and follow-up exams—create a timeline of your recovery and any setbacks. We make sure every relevant note, test result, and provider's observation is included in your claim. This documentation proves causation and the extent of your ongoing needs.
Official Brighton hospital, report, crash-record, and court links →
Compensation for Brain Injury
- Past and future medical treatment, including neurology, neuropsychology, physical therapy, and rehabilitation
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity due to cognitive or physical limitations from the injury
- Pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life caused by memory problems, mood changes, and functional decline
- Costs of in-home care, specialized equipment, or accommodations needed because of the injury
- Impact on family relationships, education, and social participation
Damages are calculated based on the severity and permanence of your injury and presented in settlement negotiations or trial at the Adams County Justice Center.
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
Real outcomes and reviews. Check Google reviews for the office that serves Brighton — and read client testimonials.
After I was hit by a drunk driver with no insurance, my own insurer refused UM benefits. McCormick & Murphy sued for uninsured motorist benefits and bad faith. A jury awarded me over $900,000.
C. O., Denver · UM / bad-faith verdict
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Brighton Traumatic brain injuries FAQ
I had a crash on U.S. Highway 85 or I-76 near Brighton. What deadline applies to filing a brain injury claim?
The filing deadline depends on the type of claim, not the diagnosis date. A vehicle crash typically falls under the motor-vehicle statute of limitations. A slip or fall on someone's property, or an injury at a public facility, may have a different deadline—and claims against public entities (like Adams County or a city agency) often require a notice within a much shorter window, sometimes 182 days. We review your specific incident to confirm which deadline applies and ensure we file in time. Contact us promptly so we don't miss critical dates.
My CT and MRI scans came back normal, but I still have headaches, memory problems, and difficulty concentrating. Does that mean I don't have a brain injury?
No. A normal scan does not rule out concussion or traumatic brain injury. Many people with genuine TBIs have negative imaging. What matters is the traumatic event itself, your symptoms, and how the injury affects your cognitive function, mood, sleep, balance, and daily activities. We document these changes through medical evaluations, neuropsychology testing, therapy notes, and your own account—along with observations from family or employers. The combination of evidence builds a strong case even when imaging is unremarkable.
What records do I need to collect from Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital and other providers?
Request emergency-room records, imaging reports (CT, MRI, X-ray), any neurologist or neuropsychologist evaluations and test results, and ongoing therapy notes from physical therapy, occupational therapy, or neuropsychological rehabilitation. Also gather records from your primary-care doctor and any specialists who have treated you since the injury. If you were hospitalized or had urgent care elsewhere, obtain those records too. We can help coordinate records requests and ensure nothing is missed.
How does McCormick & Murphy charge for brain injury cases?
We handle brain injury claims on a contingency-fee basis. That means we earn an attorney fee only if your case is settled or you win at trial—you don't pay us if there is no recovery. Any advanced case costs (like medical records, expert evaluations, or filing fees) are separate from the attorney fee and are discussed upfront. We front those costs so you don't have to, and they are paid from the settlement or judgment if we win.
I work in Commerce City or Thornton and missed time at my job after my injury. How do we prove the earnings impact?
We gather employment records showing missed days, reduced hours, or performance decline since your injury. Your employer's payroll records, tax returns, and written statements about lost wages or lost-promotion opportunities all matter. If the injury has affected your ability to return to full duties or earn at the same level, a vocational expert can assess your earning capacity going forward. This financial loss is part of your overall claim for damages.
Related legal guides
Same service in nearby communities
Nearest McCormick & Murphy office
Discuss your Brighton claim
Free consultation. No attorney fee unless we recover for you.