Arapahoe County · Traumatic brain injuries
Englewood Brain Injury Lawyers
Brain injuries in Englewood often go undiagnosed—we document cognitive, mood, and work-capacity changes to recover compensation, free consultation and no fee…
Brain-Injury Claims in Englewood
Brain injuries happen in seconds but affect years. A collision on U.S. Highway 285, a fall on Hampden Avenue, or an impact at work can cause concussion and post-concussive symptoms that doctors may miss on first visit. We investigate the incident, gather medical records, and build a record of how the injury changed your thinking, mood, and daily life.
Many people with brain injuries look fine from the outside. They struggle with focus, memory lapses, mood swings, sleep disruption, and dizziness that derail work and family life. Our firm works with you and your medical team to prove the injury happened, show the harm it caused, and demand fair compensation for your recovery and future care.
Documentation That Proves Brain-Injury Harm
We collect emergency-room records from HCA HealthONE Swedish and other Englewood-area hospitals, along with police reports from the Englewood Police Department and any scene evidence. Imaging—CT, MRI, or other scans—forms a starting point, but we know that absence of visible damage does not mean absence of injury.
Neurology and neuropsychology evaluations are critical. We also gather therapy notes, school attendance records, employment histories, and statements from family members who saw the changes firsthand. This evidence shows the progression of symptoms and the lasting impact on work, school, and daily function—the proof a jury needs to understand what happened inside your brain.
Local investigations may involve Englewood Police Department, incident scenes near Hampden Avenue or Centennial, and follow-up care through HCA HealthONE Swedish.
Building a brain injury case requires more than a normal CT or MRI scan. Gather and organize the following:
- Records from HCA HealthONE Swedish emergency department visit, including vital signs, neurological exam findings, and any initial imaging
- Police report from Englewood Police Department detailing the incident on U.S. Highway 285, South Broadway, Hampden Avenue, or Santa Fe Drive
- Neurology and neuropsychology evaluation reports documenting cognitive deficits, memory changes, and concentration problems
- Therapy notes from physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy showing functional recovery or ongoing symptoms
- School or employment records showing academic decline, performance changes, or work restrictions since the injury
- Personal journal or family observations of changes in sleep, mood, balance, headaches, and daily functioning
- Medical records from all follow-up appointments and specialists
- Opinion letters from treating providers about future care needs and long-term prognosis
- Documentation of lost wages, missed work, or reduced earning capacity
- Photographs or videos showing behavioral or physical changes after the incident
Why Standard Scans Miss Brain Injury
Many traumatic brain injuries—especially concussions and diffuse axonal injury—do not show up on standard CT or MRI. A normal scan is not proof of no injury. Neurocognitive testing, balance assessments, mood evaluation, and sleep history reveal the real damage.
We work with neurologists, neuropsychologists, and rehabilitation specialists who can document changes in memory, concentration, reaction time, emotional regulation, and physical function. These experts provide the medical foundation needed to prove your injury is real and ongoing.
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What Brain-Injury Damages Cover
- Medical expenses: emergency care, hospital stays, imaging, neurology consultations, neuropsychology testing, and rehabilitation therapy
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity if the injury prevents you from returning to your job or performing at prior level
- Pain and suffering from headaches, dizziness, mood disturbance, sleep loss, and cognitive frustration
- Cost of future care, including ongoing therapy, vocational retraining, and long-term neurological monitoring
- Loss of enjoyment of life—reduced ability to participate in hobbies, relationships, and activities you enjoyed before injury
- In severe cases, home care, special education services, or full-time supervision
We bring these claims in Arapahoe County Justice Center and negotiation with insurance carriers to recover the full scope of your losses.
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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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.
Englewood Traumatic brain injuries FAQ
Why does a normal brain scan not rule out concussion or traumatic brain injury?
Standard CT or MRI imaging often appears normal even when a traumatic brain injury has occurred. These scans detect bleeding, swelling, and structural damage, but they cannot always show the microscopic changes in brain function that cause concussion symptoms. Changes in memory, concentration, mood, sleep, and balance may persist without abnormal imaging. This is why we document symptom progression and functional changes through medical evaluation, therapy notes, and how the injury affects daily life and work.
What is the deadline to file a brain injury claim in Englewood?
The filing deadline depends on the cause of the injury, not the diagnosis date. A car crash on U.S. Highway 285 or another road may fall under the three-year statute of limitations for vehicle injury claims, while an unsafe property condition in Englewood may have a different deadline. Public-entity claims (for example, if a Littleton or Sheridan public property caused the injury) can have even shorter deadlines. Contact us as soon as possible so we can identify which deadline applies to your case.
What kind of specialist evaluations are needed for a brain injury claim?
Neurology evaluations assess neurological function, reflex response, and injury severity. Neuropsychology testing measures cognitive abilities including memory, attention, processing speed, and executive function. Together, these evaluations provide objective evidence of how the brain injury affects thinking, emotions, and daily performance. These records are critical to demonstrate the connection between the traumatic event and your ongoing symptoms.
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 won in court. You pay nothing upfront for legal fees. Separate from attorney fees, we advance case costs (expert evaluations, medical records, investigation expenses) during the claim. These costs are recovered from the settlement or award, along with the attorney fee, only if the case succeeds.
What documentation shows how a brain injury affects work and daily life?
Employment and school records often show measurable changes—missed days, performance decline, or job restrictions. Family observations and a personal journal documenting sleep disruption, mood changes, headaches, and difficulty with concentration or memory are powerful evidence. Therapy notes record how you are functioning in real-world situations. Together, these materials demonstrate the practical, day-to-day impact of the injury and help establish long-term care needs and lost earning capacity.
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