Arapahoe County · Traumatic brain injuries
Greenwood Village Brain Injury Lawyers
Brain injuries from crashes and accidents in Greenwood Village often go unseen—we prove your injury and recover full compensation, even when imaging is normal.
Why Brain Injury Claims Matter
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) does not always show up on an initial CT scan or MRI. Concussions and diffuse axonal injuries can cause real cognitive, emotional, and physical changes that persist for months or years. You may struggle with focus, memory, sleep, or balance while doctors tell you the scan looks fine. Our firm documents these functional changes through medical records, neurology evaluations, and your own history to build a credible claim.
Accidents on I-25, Belleview Avenue, Orchard Road, and University Boulevard; falls at work or home; and collisions in Centennial, Englewood, and Cherry Hills Village can all cause brain trauma. If you or a family member sustained a head injury and now experience cognitive fog, persistent headaches, mood shifts, or difficulty returning to work or school, we investigate the incident, secure your medical records, and pursue fair compensation from the responsible party.
How We Prove Brain Injury
We gather the full medical timeline: emergency records from HCA HealthONE Swedish or Sky Ridge Medical Center, neuroimaging, neuropsychology testing, and ongoing therapy notes. We also obtain school or employment records showing changes in academic or work performance, family observations documenting mood and behavioral shifts, and expert opinions on your future care needs and earning capacity.
The Greenwood Village Police Department report, witness statements, accident scene photos, and your own medical history create a foundation for causation. We work with neurologists and neuropsychologists to explain how the traumatic event led to your symptoms and functional decline, establishing the link between the incident and your injury—crucial for recovery.
Local investigations may involve Greenwood Village Police Department, incident scenes near University Boulevard or Cherry Hills Village, and follow-up care through HCA HealthONE Swedish or Sky Ridge Medical Center.
Documenting a traumatic brain injury claim requires evidence of the incident, diagnosis, and functional impact. Use this checklist to gather what we need:
- Emergency records and hospital discharge summaries from HCA HealthONE Swedish or Sky Ridge Medical Center
- Police report from Greenwood Village Police Department documenting the incident (crash on I-25, Belleview Avenue, Orchard Road, or University Boulevard; unsafe property; or other event)
- Imaging reports (CT, MRI) from the date of injury
- Neurology or neuropsychology evaluation showing cognitive, emotional, or physical changes
- Therapy or rehabilitation notes (physical, occupational, speech, mental health)
- Work records showing lost time, reduced hours, or performance changes since injury
- School records if student (grades, accommodations, attendance)
- Written observations from family, coworkers, or friends about memory, concentration, mood, sleep, balance, or headaches
- Statements describing changes in daily activities (driving, household tasks, social engagement)
- Medical opinions on future care needs and ongoing treatment
- Wage loss documentation and earning capacity opinions
- Evidence linking the symptom progression directly to the traumatic event
Note: A normal imaging scan does not rule out concussion or traumatic brain injury. Functional changes matter as much as test results.
Medical Documentation We Use
Emergency room records, CT and MRI imaging, and neurology consultations form the clinical baseline. Neuropsychology evaluations measure cognitive function and identify specific deficits in memory, attention, processing speed, and executive function. These tests provide objective evidence of brain injury even when standard imaging is inconclusive.
We also rely on ongoing treatment records from physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and mental health providers. Statements from family, teachers, or supervisors about observed changes in personality, sleep, motivation, or ability to perform daily tasks and job duties strengthen your claim and inform damage calculations.
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What Brain Injury Claims Include
- Medical expenses: emergency care, imaging, neurology and neuropsychology evaluations, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatment
- Lost wages: income lost during recovery and reduced earning capacity if cognitive or physical effects prevent full-time work
- Pain and suffering: compensation for headaches, cognitive struggles, mood changes, and reduced quality of life
- Future care: anticipated costs for long-term therapy, medication management, and adaptive equipment
- Household and family impact: costs of home care, lost household services, and effects on family relationships
These claims are resolved through settlement or trial at the Arapahoe County Justice Center or in court, depending on liability and policy limits.
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Greenwood Village Traumatic brain injuries FAQ
I had a crash on I-25 near Greenwood Village last year, but my CT scan was normal. Do I still have a brain injury claim?
Yes. A normal CT or MRI does not rule out concussion or traumatic brain injury. If you have documented changes in memory, concentration, mood, sleep, balance, headaches, or work performance since the crash, those functional changes support a claim. We focus on what has actually changed in your daily life and what neurology or neuropsychology testing shows, regardless of imaging results. Documenting those changes early—through medical visits, therapy, and family observations—is key.
When do I have to file a brain injury claim in Arapahoe County?
The filing deadline depends on what caused your brain injury, not the diagnosis date. A crash on Belleview Avenue or Orchard Road may have one deadline; an unsafe property injury may have another; a public-entity claim involving Greenwood Village or another government agency follows different rules. We review the specific incident type to determine your deadline. Contact us promptly to make sure your claim is filed on time.
How much does it cost to hire McCormick & Murphy for a brain injury case?
We handle brain injury claims on contingency. You pay no attorney fee unless we settle your case or win at trial. Court costs and expert fees (for medical evaluations, neuropsychology testing, and life-care planning) are separate from the attorney fee and are advanced by the firm. We discuss all costs upfront.
What medical specialists do I need to see for a traumatic brain injury claim?
A neurology evaluation is often the foundation. Depending on your symptoms, a neuropsychology assessment, neuroimaging (CT or MRI), physical or occupational therapy notes, and mental-health treatment records all strengthen your claim. If you have work or school impact, those records matter too. We can discuss which evaluations align with your specific situation and help coordinate care if needed.
I was injured on someone's property in Greenwood Village. How is that different from a vehicle crash claim?
Unsafe-property claims follow different rules for notice and filing deadlines than vehicle crashes. For example, a slip or fall on a property owner's premises in Greenwood Village, or a playground injury in a neighboring town like Centennial or Englewood, may require notice within a set timeframe. We investigate the property owner's liability, inspect the location, and gather evidence of the hazard and your resulting brain injury. The approach to proving negligence differs, and so do the deadlines.
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