We Help Brain Injury Victims Seek Justice in Colorado
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are one of the most complex types of personal injury claims because of their invisible nature, delayed onset, and the fact that many insurers dismiss them. Just because an injury doesn’t leave a visible scar, this doesn’t mean it isn’t serious. TBIs often disrupt nearly every aspect of a person’s life, from memory and focus to emotional control, personality, and the ability to hold a job.
Recovering and adjusting to life after a TBI is hard enough. You don’t need to go through the legal process alone. Our team helps clients throughout Colorado hold negligent individuals and companies accountable. Whether your injury occurred in a crash, because of a dangerous situation on a property, or due to a fall, our Denver brain injury attorneys are ready to fight in your corner.
What Legal Challenges Do Brain Injury Cases Present?
Why TBIs Can Be Legally Challenging
One of the biggest hurdles in brain injury litigation is proving that an injury even occurred and it’s as severe as you say it is. TBIs are often very difficult to diagnose properly and may require expert witnesses, medical tests and imaging, and other strong documentation to establish the full extent of their impact.
Insurance companies may argue that your symptoms are unrelated to the incident or may not be as serious as you claim. In many cases, the injured person may not even realize how badly they’ve been affected. Having a legal advocate who fights for your rights is important in these cases.
How a Denver Brain Injury Lawyer at Born & McCaffrey Can Help
Our firm brings decades of combined experience to every case we take. We know brain injuries require more than a one-size-fits-all legal strategy. When you work with the team at Born & McCaffrey, you can expect:
- A dedicated attorney who takes time to understand the individual circumstances surrounding your case
- A thorough investigation into how the injury occurred and who is liable
- Collaboration with medical and financial experts who can assess the long-term impacts of your injury and what you need to recover
- Careful calculation of the compensation you currently need and may need in the future.
Don’t fight insurance companies while you’re fighting to get your life back. Let us handle the legal work so you can focus on what matters most.
We know how to present complex injuries in a way for insurers and juries to understand and will fight for the compensation you deserve. We don’t back down from a challenge.
Common Causes of Brain Injuries in Denver
Brain injuries happen due to a wide range of circumstances. Our Denver injury lawyers have helped clients recover compensation after TBIs caused by:
- Car accidents, including rear-end and rollover collisions
- Motorcycle and scooter crashes
- Accidents involving bicyclists
- Pedestrian injuries involving distracted or impaired drivers
- Falls because of hazardous situations on properties (wet floors, uneven walkways)
- Falling objects at a construction or industrial site
- Physical assaults or violent altercations
- Sports injuries resulting from negligence
- Defective products that fail and cause head trauma.
In any of these situations, someone else’s carelessness may have been the cause of your TBI. A brain injury attorney can help you identify the legally responsible individual or company and pursue a claim for damages.
Understanding the Impact of a Brain Injury
Some brain injuries seem minor at first. A person might walk away from an accident only feeling “shaken up” but then experience worsening symptoms days or weeks later. That’s why it is important to monitor for signs of cognitive or behavioral challenges like memory issues, confusion, sensitivity to light or sound, or mood swings.
In serious cases, a TBI can lead to:
- Loss of motor function
- Long-term memory loss or amnesia
- Speech or language impairment
- Chronic headaches or migraines
- Seizures or neurological disorders
- Depression or anxiety
- Reduced ability to work or care for oneself.
Every injury to the brain is different. Our role as your legal advocate is to show how your injury has impacted your life and make a clear and compelling case for why you deserve to be compensated.
What Compensation Can You Recover in a Brain Injury Claim?
Ensure You Get the Financial Help You Need
If your injury was due to the negligence of someone else, you may be entitled to compensation through a personal injury claim. In Colorado, brain injury victims can recover both economic and non-economic damages.
Economic damages include:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Emergency room visits, hospital stays, and surgery costs
- Physical and cognitive rehabilitation therapy
- In-home care or assistive devices
- Lost income and reduced earning capacity.
Non-economic damages include:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Disruption of personal relationships
- Permanent disability or cognitive impairment.
Unlike economic damages, non-economic damages do not have a set dollar value. It is especially important to work with an attorney for these types of compensation so you can fully convey the severity of your injury to insurers or a jury. We take the time to calculate the full cost of your injuries, both physically and emotionally.
Depending on the circumstances, you may also be able to pursue compensation to help with long-term care, future surgeries, or vocational training. We’ll work with experts who will be able to project your future needs and fight for a settlement that reflects the full picture.
Take the First Step Toward Recovery
You didn’t ask for this injury, and you shouldn’t have to bear the consequences alone. If someone else’s carelessness changed your life, you have the right to seek support. At Born & McCaffrey, PC, we bring steady guidance and aggressive advocacy to every case. You’ll never be treated like just another number, and you won’t owe us anything unless we win your case.
Call (303) 800-6996 now for a free consultation with a Denver brain injury lawyer. Let’s talk about how we can help.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Brain Injury Claims
Brain injury claims can often require complex legal steps and raise a lot of logistical concerns. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we hear from our clients about the process.
Most personal injury claims are required to be filed within two years of the accident date. If a car crash caused your brain injury, you may have three years. However, some exceptions can apply, including cases when an injury or symptoms weren’t immediately discovered. A lawyer can help you determine the exact timeline you have.
Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning you can still recover damages as long as you were less than 50% at fault. However, your compensation will most likely be reduced based on the percentage of your responsibility.
Yes. Medical records help provide proof that a traumatic brain injury occurred and the impacts it has on your life. It’s important to follow up with specialists and maintain records of your symptoms and treatment.
Yes. If a person is incapacitated because of a brain injury, a legal guardian or other representative may be able to file on their behalf. In fatal cases, surviving family members may also have grounds for a wrongful death claim.
Do you still have questions? Our team is here to provide clarity and help you take the next step.
Why Choose Us?
Client-Centered Representation Backed by Experience
At Born & McCaffrey, PC, we approach every single case with a combination of years of legal knowledge, careful planning and coordination, and a client-centered mentality. After years of practicing at some of the largest firms in Colorado, our founders built this firm to offer something different — direct access to attorneys, personalized attention for our clients, and strategic advocacy deeply rooted in care and professionalism.
We know a serious injury can impact all aspects of your life. That’s why we take time to truly understand your needs. Whether your case is resolved through settlement or litigation, we prepare every detail with the same level of precision and dedication.
What makes Born & McCaffrey different:
- A highly skilled legal team with a proven track record in Colorado injury law
- One-on-one support from your attorney — no gatekeepers, no runaround
- A focus on efficiency, preparation, and the utmost compassion
- A commitment to clear communication and realistic expectations.
We’re proud to serve clients across the state of Colorado with integrity, determination, and the belief that every person deserves to be heard and respected.
Call (303) 800-6996 to speak with our team today. We’re ready to fight for you.
ATTORNEY MICHAEL BORN
Michael has represented well over a thousand injury victims in his career. He has litigated 500 court cases. He has tried cases in counties all over Colorado. He has briefed and argued appeals in the appellate courts. This experience ultimately led to him leaving the big firm life to form Born & McCaffrey in order to provide a more client centered and personal representation than a large law firm is able to provide. [ ATTORNEY BIO ]
Born and Mccaffrey did a spectacular job handling my case. I was completely unequipped to handle anything of this sort on my own and Michael did an amazing job at communicating to me what exactly was happening during each step of the process while making sure I was well prepared. I feel so much better having this all behind me and can’t thank the firm enough for their countless hours of work and negotiation on my behalf. — A. Hernandez
I recently had the opportunity to work with my attorney on a car accident case, and I am incredibly impressed with the outcome. Overall, I would highly recommend my attorney Peter to anyone in need of legal assistance for a car accident. Their professionalism, dedication, and knowledge made a challenging situation much more manageable, and I am grateful for their hard work and commitment to my case. — V. Cano
Mr. Born has been great with my case from the first phone call! Very knowledgeable and prompt when returning calls with answers to my questions. I never felt like I was just another case; he provided individualized care and gave me the information I needed to know the next steps to assure the best result for my injuries! — J. Cruz
I had an accident about almost a year ago and the fault insurance didn’t want to pay the entire bill. It’s been amazing working with them I really didn’t have to worry about a thing. Got everything settled and didn’t have to pay anything out of my pocket. Thank you very much to these gentleman!! — A. Gomez
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