Brooklyn Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyer
Nothing prepares you for the words “traumatic brain injury.” One moment your loved one was themselves, and now you are sitting in a hospital room trying to make sense of what the doctors are telling you.
You may see changes in personality, gaps in memory, and struggles with tasks that once felt simple. If this injury happened because of someone else’s negligence, medical expenses, lost wages, and questions about the future can add even more strain to an already difficult time.
You are not alone in this fight. Brooklyn traumatic brain injury lawyers at Finz & Finz, P.C. have helped families across Brooklyn navigate exactly this kind of devastation, and the firm is ready to stand beside yours. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Why Do Brooklyn Families Trust Us With Traumatic Brain Injury Cases?
When your family is facing the aftermath of a traumatic brain injury, you need attorneys who have handled cases like yours and achieved results that reflect the true seriousness of the harm. For more than 40 years, we have fought for catastrophically injured clients across New York, recovering over $1 billion in total verdicts and settlements.
Our firm was founded in 1984 by former New York State Supreme Court Justice Leonard L. Finz. Today, we are led by senior trial attorney and CEO Stuart L. Finz, and we continue to focus on complex, high-stakes injury litigation.
Results in Catastrophic Injury Cases
We have secured significant recoveries in cases involving life-altering injuries, including:
- $24.5 million truck accident settlement for a child who suffered a spinal cord injury due to the careless operation of a loaded tractor-trailer
- $22.57 million wrongful death verdict for three children who witnessed their mother’s death
- $8 million settlement for a client who suffered a brain injury after descending a recreational tube slide on a slope negligently designed by New York State
While past results do not guarantee a similar outcome, they demonstrate our ability to build complex injury cases and take on well-funded defendants.
Medical Collaboration That Strengthens Brooklyn TBI Claims
Traumatic brain injury cases require more than legal knowledge. They demand careful collaboration with medical professionals who understand how brain injuries affect memory, cognition, behavior, and daily functioning.
We work closely with neurologists, neuropsychologists, rehabilitation specialists, and life care planners to document the full scope of a brain injury’s long-term impact. That medical evidence plays a critical role in establishing the true value of your claim and presenting it clearly to insurers, judges, and juries.
A Brooklyn Office in Your Borough
We maintain a Brooklyn office at 31 Spencer Street, Suite 1202, Brooklyn, NY 11205. Our attorneys regularly appear in Kings County Supreme Court and understand how Brooklyn judges and juries evaluate traumatic brain injury evidence. Having our team in your borough means accessible meetings, responsive communication, and lawyers who know the local court system firsthand.
No Fees Unless We Recover for You
We handle all Brooklyn traumatic brain injury cases on a contingency-fee basis. You pay no upfront fees, no retainer, and no hourly charges. If we do not recover compensation for you, you owe us no attorney’s fees.
How Does a Traumatic Brain Injury Change a Person’s Life?
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when a sudden blow, jolt, or penetrating wound disrupts normal brain function. The CDC recognizes TBI as a leading cause of death and disability in the United States, with over 69,000 TBI-related deaths reported in 2021 alone. For those who survive, the consequences may last months, years, or a lifetime.
Physical and Cognitive Symptoms of TBI
Brain injuries vary widely in severity. A mild TBI, commonly called a concussion, may produce temporary headaches, dizziness, and confusion.
A moderate or severe TBI may cause lasting damage that affects every part of a person’s life. Families often notice symptoms that the injured person does not recognize in themselves:
- Persistent headaches, nausea, and difficulty with balance
- Memory loss, confusion, and trouble concentrating
- Personality changes, irritability, and emotional instability
- Difficulty with speech, reading, or processing information
- Sleep disturbances, fatigue, and sensitivity to light or sound
These symptoms frequently worsen before they improve, and some never fully resolve. The CDC notes that moderate and severe TBIs may lead to lifelong health problems comparable to a chronic disease. Insurance companies rarely account for that reality when they make their initial settlement offers.
The Hidden Financial Toll of a Brain Injury
The cost of treating a traumatic brain injury goes far beyond the initial emergency room visit. Ongoing neurological care, cognitive rehabilitation, occupational therapy, psychological counseling, home modifications, and in some cases full-time personal care may add up over decades.
Many TBI victims lose the ability to work or return to the same earning level they had before the injury. Families often find themselves absorbing costs that continue long after any settlement deadline passes.
Strong TBI claims rely on thorough medical documentation. Brooklyn traumatic brain injury lawyers at Finz & Finz gather and present the types of evidence that courts and juries find most persuasive:
New York also allows recovery for non-financial harms. These include physical pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and disfigurement. 
