Our firm represented a woman who suffered a traumatic brain injury under circumstances that many other attorneys mistakenly believed did not constitute a viable case.

The incident occurred while our client was lawfully parked and reaching into the backseat of her vehicle. As she did so, a New York City bus turned the corner and struck her open car door, violently jolting her inside the vehicle. The sudden coup–contrecoup movement of her brain caused a mild traumatic brain injury, resulting in cognitive symptoms that significantly disrupted her daily life and ability to function.

Before coming to our firm, the case had been rejected by multiple lawyers, who failed to appreciate the mechanics of the injury, the applicable standards of negligence, and the medical science supporting brain trauma without direct head impact.

Our attorneys conducted a thorough investigation, worked closely with medical experts, and clearly established causation between the bus impact and the brain injury. As trial approached and the strength of the evidence became undeniable, the defendants agreed to settle the case just days before trial.

The case resolved for $1,250,000, a substantial recovery for a mild traumatic brain injury, and a result that reflects our firm's willingness to take on difficult cases others turn away.

If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury due to the negligence of a city vehicle or other motorist, our firm is prepared to fight for you.