Traumatic Brain Injury Attorneys

Getting the help and answers you need

A traumatic brain injury is on of the most devastating and life threatening injuries a person can sustain. This is because the brain controls everything that we say, think or do. When a person’s brain is injured it can have permanent effects on a person’s cognitive abilities and bodily functions. Even the most subtle injury can have a major impact on how a person lives their life. if you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury please call Sieben & Cotter, PLLC to see how we can help.

To put is simply, a traumatic brain injury is any type of blow or jolt to the head that causes the brain to move back and forth in the skull. The stress from these rapid movements for nerve fibers to separate and damage the brain tissue. You may often hear a TBI referred to as a concussion. Some signs or symptoms may appear immediately after the traumatic event, while others may appear days or weeks later.

Call 651-455-1555 today to schedule a comprehensive consultation at no charge to you. We will listen to your story carefully and help you determine an appropriate course of action.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the different levels of TBI?

There are generally three levels of TBI: mild, moderate and severe.

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

Mild traumatic brain injury occurs when:

Loss of consciousness is very brief, usually a few seconds or minutes
Loss of consciousness does not have to occur—the person may be dazed or confused
Testing or scans of the brain may appear normal

A mild traumatic brain injury is diagnosed only when there is a change in the mental status at the time of injury—the person is dazed, confused, or loses consciousness—think of this as a concussion.

Moderate Traumatic Brain Injury

A loss of consciousness lasts from a few minutes to a few hours
Confusion lasts from days to weeks
Physical, cognitive, and/or behavioral impairments last for months or are permanent.

Persons with moderate traumatic brain injury generally can make a good recovery with treatment or successfully learn to compensate for their deficits.

Severe Traumatic Brain Injury

Severe head injuries usually result from crushing blows or penetrating wounds to the head that crush, rip and shear delicate brain tissue. This is the most life threatening type of brain injury and often results in death without immediate medical attention. Persons suffering severe traumatic brain injuries will likely experience permanent loss of brain functions affecting thinking, sensation, language, or emotions.

What are common causes of TBI?SCL-TL2018-09-20T13:49:32+00:00

What are common causes of TBI?

Auto or Truck Accidents
Drunk Driving Accidents
Slips and Falls
Explosions
Sports Injuries
Assault and Battery

What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)SCL-TL2018-09-14T20:06:39+00:00

What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a blow or jolt to the head that disrupts the function of the brain. Not all blows or jolts to the head result in a TBI. The severity of such an injury may range from “mild” – a brief change in mental status or consciousness – to “severe” – an extended period of unconsciousness or amnesia after the injury. A TBI can result in short or long-term problems with independent brain function.

Regardless of the source of your traumatic brain injury, the attorneys at Sieben & Cotter, PLLC are dedicated to helping you receive the compensation that you deserve. These injuries can have a negative impact on your entire family. You will likely be facing a mountain of medical bills, be unable to work, and have to endure a painful rehabilitation process. We understand the stress that you and your loved ones will be facing. We will help you get answers to your unresolved issues and can help you move forward.

Recent Recoveries on Behalf of our Clients

$900,000 SETTLEMENT - Client suffered mild traumatic brain injury after auto accident

Our client was driving through the intersection of a twin cities road when she was struck by a motorist who blew through the stop sign at a high rate of speed. As a result, our client suffered a mild traumatic brain injury. The motorist who caused the accident was charged and convicted of careless driving. Shortly after this accident our client started to experience dizziness and vertigo, significant sensitivity to noise, tinnitus, nausea, insomnia, and headache that were debilitating at times. Our client’s injuries cost over $60,000 in medical bills, along with two years of lost wages (not to mention future earning potential) and her personal pain and suffering. After two years of rehabilitation and therapy her conditions improved but she still suffers from headaches that require regular treatment. Attorney Patrick Cotter secured a recovery for his client in the amount of $900,000 combined from three separate insurance policies.

Call For a Free Consultation to Discuss Your Case

If you or a loved one has sustained a brain injury, it is imperative that you contact a Minnesota personal injury attorney who has experience with these serious injuries. Let us take some of the stress off your shoulders and help you sort through the confusion. We will fight for the compensation that you deserve. Call Sieben & Cotter at 651-455-1555 to arrange your free and comprehensive consultation, or send a request for more information.

Minnesota State Bar Association Criminal Law Certified Specialist, Patrick Cotter

Call Sieben & Cotter at 651-455-1555 to arrange your free and comprehensive consultation, or send a request for more information.

The Sieben & Cotter Law office is located in South St. Paul, making it convenient to access attorneys in Minneapolis and St. Paul, and the Twin Cities metro area. We also serve greater Minnesota and Wisconsin. We know that criminal defense concerns may require more immediate attention, contact Tom Sieben or Patrick Cotter.