Adams and Weld counties · Traumatic brain injuries
Northglenn Brain Injury Lawyers
Northglenn brain injuries often hide on imaging—we document memory, focus, and mood changes to prove your full injury and win fair compensation.
How Brain Injury Claims Work
Most traumatic brain injury cases hinge on proving that a specific event—a car crash on I-25, a fall at work, or an assault—caused measurable changes in how you think, feel, and function. We gather medical records from HCA HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center and other providers to establish the diagnosis. We also interview family members, employers, and therapists who have observed your cognitive and emotional changes since the injury.
Northglenn Police Department reports and witness statements help establish the force and nature of the impact. We work with neuropsychologists and rehabilitation specialists to show how your injury has limited your ability to concentrate, remember tasks, sleep normally, or return to work. These functional changes—not just a scan result—form the foundation of your claim.
What We Document
We collect emergency room and hospital records, CT and MRI imaging, neurology consultation notes, and neuropsychological testing results. We also obtain therapy and rehabilitation records, school or employment documentation showing academic or job performance decline, and written observations from family members about your memory, mood, and behavior since the injury.
Medical opinions on the relationship between the traumatic event and your symptoms are critical. We coordinate with doctors and specialists who can explain why a normal scan does not rule out concussion or traumatic brain injury, and why your reported symptoms—headaches, dizziness, concentration difficulties, sleep disturbance, and emotional changes—are consistent with the injury mechanism and your medical history.
Local investigations may involve Northglenn Police Department, incident scenes near Washington Street or Broomfield, and follow-up care through HCA HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center.
Traumatic brain injury cases depend on evidence that connects your injury to the incident and documents how the injury has affected your life. Start by collecting:
- Records from the incident (police report from Northglenn Police Department, photos of the scene, witness statements)
- Medical records from HCA HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center or other emergency care, including imaging scans (CT, MRI)
- Neurology and neuropsychology evaluations showing changes in cognition, memory, or balance
- Therapy notes (physical, occupational, cognitive, or speech therapy)
- School records (if injury affects a student) or employment records showing performance changes before and after the injury
- Personal observations from family members about mood, sleep, concentration, or headaches
- Medical opinions about future care, rehabilitation, or long-term needs
- Documentation of lost wages or reduced earning capacity
Note: A normal CT or MRI scan does not rule out concussion or brain injury. We focus on documented changes in function, symptoms, and daily life.
Understanding Brain Injury Diagnosis
A traumatic brain injury does not require a visible lesion on imaging. Many concussions and moderate-to-severe brain injuries show no abnormality on standard CT or MRI scans, yet the patient experiences real cognitive, emotional, and physical symptoms. We ensure that medical records and expert opinions accurately reflect the nature and severity of your injury, even when imaging appears normal.
Post-concussion syndrome can persist for weeks, months, or longer. Symptoms include persistent headaches, balance problems, sensitivity to light and sound, memory and concentration issues, irritability, anxiety, and depression. We document the timeline of your symptoms, how they affect your work and home life, and what ongoing medical care and accommodations you will need.
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Damages in Brain Injury Cases
- Medical expenses for emergency care, imaging, neurology and neuropsychology evaluation, therapy, rehabilitation, and any future treatment or monitoring
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity if the injury prevents you from returning to your prior job or requires ongoing accommodations
- Pain and suffering, including persistent headaches, dizziness, sleep disturbance, and emotional distress
- Cognitive and functional losses—difficulty concentrating, memory problems, impaired decision-making, and reduced ability to perform work or household tasks
- Home modifications, assistive devices, and personal care support if the injury limits your independence
- Family counseling and support services if the injury affects your relationships and family function
These claims are evaluated at the Adams County Justice Center, and damages are calculated based on the severity of your injury, your prognosis, and the strength of the evidence linking the incident to your symptoms and limitations.
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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.
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Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Northglenn Traumatic brain injuries FAQ
Does a normal brain scan mean I don't have a traumatic brain injury?
No. Many people with concussion or traumatic brain injury have normal or minimal findings on CT or MRI. Brain injury is diagnosed by the mechanism of injury, symptoms, and changes in cognition, mood, balance, memory, concentration, sleep, and function—not by imaging alone. Neuropsychology testing and clinical evaluation are often more revealing than standard scans.
How long do I have to file a claim for a brain injury in Northglenn?
The deadline depends on what caused the injury, not when symptoms appeared. A car crash on I-25 or 104th Avenue follows one deadline; an injury on unsafe property follows another; and claims against the city or county may have shorter notice periods. Contact us soon after the injury so we can identify your specific deadline and preserve evidence.
What counts as proof of a traumatic brain injury for a legal claim?
We document the traumatic event itself, your diagnosis, how symptoms have progressed over time, specific changes in memory, concentration, mood, sleep, headaches, balance, work ability, and daily activities. We gather emergency records, imaging, neuropsychology evaluations, therapy notes, school or work records, and family observations. A medical opinion about future care and the cost of that care is also important.
How much will it cost to hire McCormick & Murphy for my brain injury case?
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 pay nothing upfront for our legal work. Advanced case costs—such as medical records, expert evaluations, and court filings—are separate and will be discussed with you. If your case does not succeed, you owe no attorney fee.
Which court would handle my brain injury claim from Northglenn?
Cases typically start in Adams County Justice Center. If the injury happened in a specific location—such as on a road in Westminster, Thornton, or Broomfield, or at a property in Commerce City—the case may be filed in that county's court instead. We determine the correct jurisdiction based on where the injury occurred and who is responsible.
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