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Old Colorado City Brain Injury Lawyers
Brain injury from a crash or incident in Old Colorado City? We handle traumatic brain injury claims on contingency.
How Brain Injuries Happen in Old Colorado City
Motor-vehicle collisions on U.S. Highway 24 and Colorado Avenue remain the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in the Old Colorado City area. A blow to the head, violent shaking, or sudden impact can damage brain tissue and disrupt neural function—even when standard imaging appears normal. People hit by vehicles, struck by objects, or thrown during a crash often suffer symptoms that develop over hours or days.
Falls, assaults, and unsafe conditions on property also cause brain injuries throughout this historic district and surrounding neighborhoods like Manitou Springs and Briargate. The injury may occur instantly, but cognitive and emotional changes often emerge gradually. Our job is to connect the injury event to the medical evidence and build your claim systematically.
Building Your Brain-Injury Claim with Real Evidence
We start with the incident itself: police reports from the Colorado Springs Police Department, crash-scene photos, witness statements, and the sequence of events. Emergency records from UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central and other facilities document the initial assessment, any loss of consciousness, and early imaging or observations. Those records create the foundation—they show what happened and what medical professionals found immediately.
Next, we gather symptom and functional evidence: neurology and neuropsychology evaluations, ongoing therapy notes, school or employment records, and observations from family members. We document memory problems, concentration difficulties, mood changes, sleep disruption, headaches, balance issues, and loss of work or school function. Your lived experience—the real limitations you face each day—is central to your case. We also obtain opinions about future medical care and rehabilitation, and we analyze your lost earnings and earning capacity.
Local investigations may involve Colorado Springs Police Department, incident scenes near 21st Street or Fort Carson, and follow-up care through UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central.
Old Colorado City is a historic district on the west side of Colorado Springs along Colorado Avenue / Highway 24. Claims from this corridor are commonly handled from the Downtown Colorado Springs office.
Traumatic brain injuries along Colorado Avenue and U.S. Highway 24 require careful documentation of the incident, medical findings, and how the injury affects daily life—even when initial imaging appears normal.
- Police report and incident details from Colorado Springs Police Department
- Emergency room records and admission notes from UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or other first-responder facilities
- CT scan, MRI, or other imaging studies (and any reports stating findings are "normal" or "negative")
- Neurology consultation notes and recommendations for further evaluation
- Neuropsychology testing results showing memory, attention, processing speed, or executive function changes
- Therapy notes (physical, occupational, speech, or cognitive rehabilitation)
- School records, report cards, or attendance changes (if applicable)
- Employment records, performance reviews, or statements about work limitations
- Daily diary or written observations from family members about memory, mood, sleep, balance, or headache patterns
- Medical imaging or test reports from specialists tracking symptom progression over weeks or months
- Opinions from treating providers about future medical care, therapy, or work restrictions
- Documentation of any prior brain injury, concussion history, or relevant medical conditions
Early collection of these records strengthens your claim and helps establish the full scope of injury.
Why a Normal Scan Does Not Mean No Injury
Many people with traumatic brain injuries receive CT or MRI scans that come back "normal" or "unremarkable." That result does not mean there is no injury. Concussions, diffuse axonal injury, and other traumatic brain injuries often do not show up on conventional imaging. The damage occurs at the cellular level, and symptoms can be profound and long-lasting.
Specialized neurology and neuropsychology testing reveal the injury's real impact. These professionals measure memory, processing speed, attention, emotional regulation, and physical symptoms like balance and headache. We use their findings to explain why you are suffering, why your work or school performance has declined, and what recovery and support you will need. Medical evidence is not limited to what a scan shows; it includes what trained specialists observe and measure in your cognition and function.
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Compensation in Brain-Injury Cases
- Medical expenses: emergency care, imaging, neurology visits, neuropsychology testing, therapy, and rehabilitation
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity due to cognitive, emotional, or physical limitations
- Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of daily activities
- Future medical care, ongoing therapy, and assistive technology or home modifications
- Loss of consortium and family support if your injury affects your relationships and role in the family
These damages are evaluated and argued before El Paso County Combined Courts if your case proceeds to trial.
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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.
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Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Old Colorado City Traumatic brain injuries FAQ
Does a normal CT scan or MRI mean I don't have a traumatic brain injury?
No. Many people with concussion or traumatic brain injury have normal imaging. Brain injury is diagnosed by the mechanism of injury, symptoms (like memory problems, concentration difficulty, mood changes, sleep disruption, headaches, or balance issues), and functional decline—not by scan results alone. Neuropsychology testing often reveals cognitive changes that imaging does not.
What is the deadline for filing a brain injury claim after a crash or accident in Old Colorado City?
The filing deadline depends on what caused the injury, not when you were diagnosed. A vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 24 or Colorado Avenue has a different deadline than an injury from unsafe property or a public-entity claim. Contact McCormick & Murphy right away so we can determine your specific deadline and protect your rights.
What records should I keep to prove my brain injury claim?
Keep emergency records from UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or other hospitals, all doctor and specialist notes (especially neurology and neuropsychology), imaging reports, therapy bills and notes, school or work records showing changes in performance, and a personal diary of your symptoms and how they affect your daily life. Family observations about your memory, mood, and behavior are also valuable evidence.
How does McCormick & Murphy charge for a brain injury case?
We handle traumatic brain injury claims on contingency. This means we earn an attorney fee only if your case is settled or won in court. You pay nothing upfront. Costs to investigate and develop your case (like medical records, expert opinions, or filing fees) are separate from the attorney fee and are discussed with you before we incur them.
Why is neuropsychology testing important in a brain injury claim?
Neuropsychology testing measures memory, attention, processing speed, and executive function in ways that CT or MRI scans cannot. These tests document the specific cognitive changes caused by your injury and help prove how the injury affects your work, school, and daily life. Insurance companies and courts rely on these results to assess the true impact of your injury.
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