Brain injuries can cause serious and permanent neurological effects, impacting cognitive function and physical health. If another party is responsible for causing your injury through a negligent or reckless act, our Santa Cruz brain injury attorneys provide the professional advocacy necessary to help you navigate the legal process. Our team focuses on documenting your losses to identify the recovery permitted under California law for medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term care needs.
Our Santa Cruz personal injury lawyers at Jacoby & Meyers can help you seek the justice and financial recovery that you deserve. Contact us 24/7 for a free initial case consultation at our closest law office.
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Why Choose Jacoby & Meyers for Your Santa Cruz Brain Injury Case?
- We deliver exceptional results each and every time by committing personalized care and attention to our clients. We will work for you to manage, maintain and execute all of the necessary legal work for your brain injury case to succeed.
- Our law firm has extensive experience with complex brain injury cases. We have collected over $2 billion recovered for our clients, including $3.75 million and $2.5 million for two separate traumatic brain injury cases.
- We offer our services on a contingency fee basis, meaning there are no attorney fees unless we secure a recovery for your brain injury case. If no recovery is obtained, you will not be responsible for any court costs or expenses advanced by our firm. Our 50-year history of service has earned the trust of thousands of clients who require professional advocacy to seek the recovery permitted under California law during their most vulnerable moments..
Common Causes of Brain Injuries in Santa Cruz
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can occur in numerous accidents in Santa Cruz, from a car crash on SR 17 to a slip and fall at the Beach Boardwalk. A TBI is typically caused by a bump or blow to the head.
Common causes include:
- Motor vehicle collisions
- Motorcycle accidents
- Bicycle and pedestrian accidents
- Workplace accidents
- Construction and industrial accidents
- Falling objects
- Slip and fall accidents
- Acts of violence (assaults, etc.)
- Sports and recreational activities
- Explosive blasts
Based on data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people ages 75 and older had the highest numbers of TBI-related hospitalizations and deaths in 2021. There were approximately 214,110 brain-injury-related hospitalizations in 2020.
Types of Brain Injuries We Handle in Santa Cruz
At Jacoby & Meyers, our Santa Cruz brain injury lawyers have decades of experience representing clients and their families in brain injury cases. We understand the details and nuances of these cases, as well as what they need to succeed.
Our team of attorneys and assistants can handle any of the following case types:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Acquired brain injuries
- Concussions
- Mild to severe brain injuries
- Penetrating brain injuries
- Permanent brain damage or disability
- Secondary brain injury complications
- TBI-related wrongful deaths
We understand the life-changing impact of brain injuries, which can cause cognitive and memory impairments, motor dysfunction, behavioral and emotional changes, and effects on connections and relationships with others.
Our team will work hard to achieve the results you need through aggressive negotiations or trial representation.
Understanding Brain Injury Compensation in Santa Cruz
As an individual navigating a brain injury claim in Santa Cruz, you may seek recovery for documented losses resulting from the negligence of another party. Through the legal process—whether via an insurance claim or a civil lawsuit—California law permits you to pursue recovery for the following categories of damages based on the evidence of your losses:
- Existing medical expenses and future care costs
- Physical therapy, medications and rehabilitation
- Disability accommodations and assistive equipment
- Lost income and reduced capacity to earn
- Pain and suffering
- Diminished quality or enjoyment of life
California has negligence laws that allow accident victims to pursue financial compensation for various economic and non-economic damages from negligent parties. You or your attorney will need to prove fault and your losses through convincing evidence to achieve a settlement or verdict.
How Our Santa Cruz Brain Injury Attorneys Fight for You
From the very beginning of your case, Jacoby & Meyers will be your greatest advocate and supporter. We will help you get the medical treatment you need while we prepare and prosecute your legal claim.
Our legal team will perform a thorough investigation of your case to identify all potentially liable parties. We provide dedicated advocacy when communicating with insurance carriers, focusing on the evidentiary facts of your claim to seek the recovery permitted under California law for your documented losses.
While many personal injury cases in California are resolved through the settlement process, our legal team provides the professional advocacy necessary to manage complex negotiations with insurance carriers. Our attorneys focus on documenting the evidentiary facts of each claim to identify the recovery permitted under California law for our clients’ documented losses. We provide a service-oriented approach to ensure that your legal rights are addressed throughout the negotiation or litigation process.
If your case proceeds to trial in Santa Cruz County, our legal team provides the dedicated advocacy necessary to present your case in the courtroom. We collaborate with medical experts and neurologists to document the full extent of your injuries and future needs, identifying the recovery permitted under California law based on the evidence of your losses.
Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz Brain Injury Cases
Suffering a serious brain injury in a traumatic accident in Santa Cruz can leave you with many questions about your legal rights and options. We are more than happy to address your specific concerns during a free case evaluation, and we’ve also answered a few frequently asked questions here.
What Should I Do Immediately After a Brain Injury Accident?
Get medical care from the nearest hospital and follow up with a qualified neurologist. Follow your treatment plan and keep copies of your medical records. Document the scene of the accident, if possible, by taking photographs and gathering eyewitness information. When you’re ready to discuss your legal options, contact Jacoby & Meyers.
How Long Do I Have to File a Brain Injury Claim in California?
California’s statute of limitations (Civil Code of Procedure § 335.1) gives you no more than two years from the date of your accident to file a brain injury claim, in most cases. If you didn’t discover your brain injury right away, you may have two years from the date of reasonable discovery.
Can Family Members File a Claim if the Victim Cannot?
Yes. In California, family members or the personal representative of the victim are permitted to file on behalf of the victim if he or she is incapacitated from a brain injury. If the victim is expected to recover, he or she is given two years from the date that he or she is no longer incapacitated to independently file, if desired.
Contact Jacoby & Meyers Santa Cruz Brain Injury Lawyers
At Jacoby & Meyers, we believe everyone deserves justice. If you or a loved one has sustained a brain injury in an accident in Santa Cruz or the surrounding area, we will help you get answers and a fair financial recovery. There are no fees unless we win your case.
Schedule your free consultation with our experienced brain injury attorneys today by calling (866) 514-5021 or contacting us online. We have 14 offices located in California for your convenience.