Brain Injury Lawyer
A head injury can often cause permanent damage that requires long-term medical care and leads to a decreased quality of life.
An attorney with experience handling work-related traumatic brain injury (TBI) cases can help victims obtain the compensation they deserve.
At The Shelton Law Firm in Houston, TX, Michael E. Shelton offers free consultations to people who have suffered catastrophic injuries.
Houston brain injury lawyer Mr. Shelton gives you the tools you need to pursue legal action.
Find Help Starting With a Free Consultation
Right now, life may seem incredibly overwhelming. In addition to all of the distress and uncertainty of a brain injury, you or your loved one may also be dealing with the symptoms too, such as memory loss or reduced motor functions.
Though it can feel as if you're all alone, you have found someone who can help you: Mr. Shelton. He stands out among personal injury lawyers, with over forty years of experience representing clients. In his career, he has achieved settlements as high as $10,000,000.
Mr. Shelton understands the strain you may be facing. He offers free consultations to all his clients, so that they are empowered to make the right decision for their traumatic brain injury case.
You will not owe Mr. Shelton a cent unless he wins, giving you absolutely nothing to lose if you pursue a brain injury case.
To get started, contact our Houston office, or call:
(713) 807-0700
Do You Have a Lawsuit? 3 Important Questions
Does your traumatic brain injury qualify you for a lawsuit? Ask yourself these three important questions and contact our attorney at our Houston office about your traumatic brain injury case.
A brain injury attorney can help you recover the workers' compensation or personal injury settlement you need to get better.
Establishing liability is the first step in recovering damages after a TBI. If the cause of your injury was an accident in which someone intentionally harmed you or acted negligently, you can file a claim against the liable party or parties for financial compensation. At The Shelton Law Firm in Houston, we work closely with experts to determine liability and build a solid case to give you the best chance possible when seeking compensation.
Calculating Damages
At The Shelton Law Firm in Houston, we understand the emotional and financial hardships associated with serious brain injuries. While more mild forms of brain injury may require short-term care and a few days off work, more serious trauma can dramatically change your life.
A brain injury lawyer like Michael E. Shelton works with expert medical providers and economists to calculate the full extent of your injury and how it will affect you for the rest of your life. On your own, it's difficult to get an accurate estimate of what your injury will cost you in terms of medical care, loss of earning capacity, and pain and suffering. A lawyer can help you get the compensation you need to deal with your new way of life.
Medical Expenses
The effects of traumatic brain injuries can be severe and often require long-term rehabilitation and lifelong consequences. This typically results in ongoing medical expenses that can last many years or a lifetime after the initial injury.
It is critical to work with an attorney that can obtain compensation for all current and future medical expenses related to the injury, including tests, surgical fees, hospital stays, physical therapy, counseling, medications, and so much more.
Lost Wages
The consequences of serious brain damage include memory loss, inability to perform everyday activities of daily living, impaired thinking, loss of movement, impaired vision or hearing, and adverse emotional effects. These can prevent a person from going to work while they recover, obtaining employment, returning to their previous job, or advancing their career.
We will take lost wages and loss of earning capacity into account when seeking a fair settlement or award.
Pain and Suffering
We understand the emotional and financial hardships associated with serious brain injuries. Victims of TBIs may experience dramatic changes in personality or profound depression. Their ability to communicate and maintain meaningful relationships with spouses, children, parents, friends, and other loved ones is diminished. As a result, a person's overall quality of life is greatly affected.
Damages for pain and suffering are intended to account for the emotional hardships caused by a brain injury.
Contact a Brain Injury Lawyer
A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, can significantly negatively impact victims and their families, often completely altering their lifestyle and causing substantial emotional distress. If you have been severely injured in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation.
Contact our office online to ask a question or request a consultation with our Houston brain injury lawyer. You can also reach us by phone at:
(713) 807-0700
Hear About Joe's Experience
Joe describes his relationship with attorney Michael E. Shelton. As the president of the Dallas Building Trades, he knows Mr. Shelton personally and professionally. He describes him as "one of the kindest and gentlest men I've ever known in my whole life."
About TBI
A TBI typically involves a severe blow to the head and refers to head trauma that interrupts normal brain function.
Causes of Brain Injury
Many events can cause this type of injury. Some of the most common causes include:
- Falls
- Car accidents
- Construction or industrial accidents
- Sports injuries
- Explosive blasts like refinery or pipeline explosions
- Maritime accidents
Types of Brain Injury
Head injuries can lead to mild concussions or permanent damage with lasting effects.
- Second impact syndrome
- Contusions
- Penetrating injury
- Concussions
- Hypoxic brain injury
- Anoxic brain injury
- Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)
A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, can impact every aspect of your life. If you notice symptoms, do not delay filing your claim.
Possible Symptoms of a TBI
In the days or weeks following a TBI, you may start to experience brain damage symptoms like these. Some may resolve on their own, but others can continue, drastically impacting your quality of life. They include:
Is Every Brain Injury or TBI Permanent?
No, not every brain injury or TBI will be permanent. However, even if you heal and your symptoms resolve, you still deserve compensation for your distress, medical bills, and lost wages.
Brain injuries that last can cause significant financial strain. From caretaking to medical treatment, you and your loved ones may struggle with the expenses of a traumatic brain injury. By pursuing a case against the party responsible for a brain injury, personal injury lawyers may be able to find the compensation you need to maintain the proper standard of care.
The Shelton Law Firm in Houston can help you and your family during this stressful time. Our attorney, Michael Shelton, has experience with maritime accidents, work-related car accidents, pipeline injuries, construction accidents, and more, giving him the knowledge to represent you in your personal injury case.
"Mr. Shelton is a superb lawyer with great experience in personal injury cases, such as mine. He has not once let me down and is very supportive in every way. Because of my injury, I have not been able to work, but Mr. Shelton has made sure to help my family financially until my case is over.... I highly recommend Mr. Shelton for anyone who has had an accident at work." Jaime
