Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer Amherst, NY
Cellino Law is proud to serve Amherst and surrounding New York communities with experienced, compassionate personal injury representation. Traumatic brain injuries are among the most serious and misunderstood consequences of accidents. Ranging from mild concussions to severe injuries that permanently alter personality, cognition, and physical function, TBIs can affect every aspect of a victim’s life. Because symptoms are not always immediately obvious and can evolve over weeks or months, TBI victims are particularly vulnerable to having their injuries minimized by insurance companies. Cellino Law knows how to document these injuries thoroughly and fight for the full compensation you deserve.
When a car accident, fall, construction incident, or other traumatic event causes a brain injury in Amherst, Cellino Law brings the medical knowledge and legal experience to build a powerful claim on your behalf.
Call Cellino Law in Amherst today to schedule your free consultation. There are no fees unless we win.
How Traumatic Brain Injuries Happen
TBIs result from a sudden blow, jolt, or penetrating injury to the head. The most common causes Cellino Law encounters in Amherst-area cases include:
- Car accidents, including rear-end collisions that cause the head to snap forward and back
- Motorcycle accidents where a rider’s head strikes the pavement or another vehicle
- Bicycle accidents, particularly when helmets are not worn or fail on impact
- Falls from heights on construction sites or from ladders
- Slip and fall accidents where the head strikes a hard surface
- Sports injuries caused by another party’s negligence
- Acts of violence
Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury
TBI symptoms vary by severity but may include:
- Headaches, dizziness, and nausea that persist beyond the initial injury
- Memory loss, confusion, and difficulty concentrating
- Mood changes, irritability, depression, and anxiety
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Sleep disturbances and chronic fatigue
- Difficulty with speech, language, and coordination
- Seizures and loss of consciousness in more severe cases
Many of these symptoms do not appear immediately after the accident. Seeking medical evaluation promptly, even if you feel relatively okay, creates the medical record that connects your symptoms to the accident. Cellino Law will use that record as a foundation for your claim.
Suffering from a traumatic brain injury caused by someone else? Contact Cellino Law now for a free evaluation.
What Compensation Is Available to TBI Victims in Amherst?
- All medical expenses including emergency care, imaging, neurological treatment, and rehabilitation
- Future medical costs for ongoing cognitive and neurological care
- Lost wages and impaired earning capacity
- Pain and suffering and emotional distress
- Costs of in-home care and cognitive rehabilitation
- Loss of enjoyment of life when TBI affects daily activities and relationships
- Wrongful death damages for families who have lost a loved one
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my TBI was diagnosed as a mild concussion? Can I still pursue a claim?
Yes. Even a mild TBI can have lasting consequences, including post-concussion syndrome with chronic headaches, cognitive difficulties, and mood changes. Cellino Law will work with neurologists and neuropsychologists to document the full impact of your injury and pursue compensation accordingly.
What if the insurance company claims my symptoms are not related to the accident?
This is a common insurer tactic in TBI cases, particularly when symptoms emerge or worsen after the initial evaluation. Cellino Law will retain medical experts who can establish the causal connection between your accident and your neurological symptoms through imaging studies, neuropsychological testing, and clinical documentation.
How long do I have to file a TBI claim in New York?
New York’s statute of limitations is three years from the date of the accident. However, given the complexity of TBI cases and the importance of early medical documentation, Cellino Law recommends contacting us as soon as possible after your injury.
Serving Amherst and All of Erie County
Cellino Law represents traumatic brain injury victims throughout Amherst, Buffalo, Cheektowaga, Tonawanda, Williamsville, and all of Erie County. Call today for a free consultation.
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