Miami Brain Injury Lawyer: Sean M. Cleary
If a family member suffered a brain injury due to the negligent acts of another person, please contact us and we will evaluate your case at no cost.
If a family member suffered a brain injury due to the negligent acts of another person, please contact us and we will evaluate your case at no cost.
We have medical experts that will evaluate the extent of the brain injury and damage suffered. We do our own private investigations and we collect evidence to support our case.
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I couldn't be happier with the legal representation and work Sean gave to the organization I represent. He was a thoughtful, professional partner in an extremely difficult situation that at times seemed hopeless but reached a successful end with all parties agreeable with the outcome. A very difficult navigation that Sean was able to help lead us through. We are thankful for his help, and I highly recommend Sean when looking for legal services.
My wife and I were referred to Sean Cleary by another Attorney. He was very highly recommended and, I must say, very deservedly so. Sean is very diligent in his work; his preparation is phenomenal and his presentations are something to behold. He is very accessible if you have any questions. He always takes the time to fully explain in language you can understand. We highly recommend anyone needing help...talk to Sean Cleary.
Sean is an outstanding professional, transparent and very diligent; he personally dedicated time and attention to my case; he always responded my calls promptly, keeping me informed all the time. His knowledge and advises are very accurate and valuable. Definitely, great lawyer.
I would highly recommend Sean Cleary. Not only is he a very knowledgeable attorney he takes the time to explain the law to ensure you understand every aspect of your case. He is also very sensitive to the needs of you and or your family during very trying times.
Highly recommended. Sean is smart, conscientious, detail-oriented and extremely knowledgeable in his field. Always gets excellent results for his clients.
If you have a problem or have been wronged, Sean Cleary is the man to talk to. Had a fantastic experience with Sean and all of the friendly, helpful and professional staff of the firm. If Sean accepts you as a client and agrees to represent you, you'll be in the best of hands.
Each year in the U.S. 50K people die due to traumatic brain injuries (TBI), 230K people are hospitalized and survive, and 80K to 90K people experience the onset of long-term disability. As the cumulative result of past TBIs, an estimated 5.3 million men, women, and children are living with a permanent TBI-related disability. In Miami and the rest of Florida, over 210K people are currently suffering from a TBI-related disability. By 2020, the number of people suffering from TBI is expected to rise consistently. Each year, over 3K people die and over 8K people are expected to sustain long-term disabilities as a result of brain injuries. Effects of TBI can range from impaired thinking to impaired movement.
At The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary, our practice includes representation for clients in Florida and also in other states, for all types of brain damage or trauma, including:
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) is a type of brain injury resulting from damage to the brain caused by surgical errors and mistakes, failure to diagnose symptoms of imminent stroke, emergency room mistakes, medication errors, near drowning and other conditions not necessarily induced by an external force, and can be an anoxic brain injury or a hypoxic brain injury. Traumatic brain injuries result from moderate and minor head injuries as well as from crushing blows or penetrating wounds to the head:
If you or one of your family members suffered a TBI due to someone else's fault, our local attorney in Miami at The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary can help you get the compensation you need during this difficult time. There are many different causes of TBI. Listed below are some of the most common situations where brain injuries arise:
Brain injuries may not always be apparent immediately after a car accident, which can be problematic and dangerous. That's why you should seek treatment as soon as you can after an auto accident, even if you think you’re fine. Types of brain injuries that are commonly associated with auto accidents include:
It’s vital to be evaluated by a medical care professional as soon as you can. Even mild symptoms after a car accident, such as a slight headache, can indicate there is something more serious going on. If you were in a car accident in Miami or Florida and suffered a brain injury, we will coordinate everything with a family member and help you get a proper legal evaluation and proper compensation.
Falls are an important cause of brain injuries especially in Miami, Florida. Often, people fall due to uneven surfaces such as sidewalks, curbs, or floor elevations or because the ground is wet or slippery. Tread-less or broken footwear could also contribute to an accident. Unsafe walking conditions usually result in more embarrassment than pain, but falls can be serious at any age. Conditions likely to lead to a slip and fall accident include, but are not limited to:
The importance of getting prompt medical assistance after a head injury cannot be stressed enough. A CT scan or an MRI are the tests of choice to diagnose an acute injury that involves bleeding or swelling. If you suffered brain damage in Miami, Florida after a slip and fall accident let us evaluate your case and see if we can recover compensation.
TBIs can be sustained in physical attacks ranging from domestic violence to child abuse, robbery, and rape. Not only is assault the leading cause of TBIs in Americans between the ages of 15 and 24, but it's also the leading cause of brain injury death for children below the age of four. Brain injuries resulting from a physical assault are different in that symptoms of a TBI resulting from certain closed head injuries often do not physically manifest for a day or two, so prompt diagnosis and treatment is a critical factor in recovery. Delayed diagnosis can become especially likely in an emergency room where the medical personnel is unaware of the exact circumstances under which the patient was admitted.
Victims of assault and their families often suffer far greater emotional trauma than people suffering brain injuries from other types of accidents. Outrage, depression, and post-traumatic stress often result from the intentional infliction of abuse. Not only do these issues require additional treatment, but they can adversely spawn significant financial and emotional damage to family members as well.
When it comes to medical errors that can cause brain damage, especially in Miami or Florida where healthcare and patient care are poor, brain injury accidents are plenty and usually related to:
Doctors in Florida are expected to meet a certain standard of care for their patients. This includes quickly and accurately diagnosing and treating conditions, illnesses, and injuries. Doctors should use necessary tests to find the correct diagnosis and begin treatment for their patients. Unfortunately here in Florida, negligent medical care can prevent this from occurring and may allow patients to suffer lasting harm.
The medical personnel who works with patients while they are being treated can include nurses, orderlies, physicians, therapists, and specialists working at any hospital or medical facility in Florida. With so many involved in treatment, it is important to keep careful records and facilitate communication between all the medical professionals involved. Strong communication can help prevent mistakes, which can cause painful or even debilitating injuries.
Inadequate training can also be a cause of brain injuries. Medical professionals who do not receive adequate, thorough training may be a risk to patients. Training can include medical treatments and procedures, but can also include important day to day protocols to protect patients from infection and injury, such as proper sanitization, bandaging, maintaining records, and other tasks.
Accident or medical error victims who have suffered a TBI, often live with physical, emotional, psychological and cognitive functions that are lost or forever changed as a result of the injury.
Infant brain damage can lead to:
In adults, brain injury can cause:
In all cases, physical damage to the brain is only the beginning of the domino of effects brain injury will have on the lives of the victim and their loved ones. It's not easy to understand the things we cannot see. If the brain is totally damaged and cannot send or receive signals, the body will die. When only certain parts of the brain are damaged, the body can survive. From the outside, victims might look exactly the same while inside, they are a completely different person emotionally, mentally and socially than before the accident. Each of these changes represents a loss of self that affects not only the victim but also the entire family.
Medical expenses for brain injuries often reach very high levels. Victims who have sustained brain injuries and their family members are entitled to receive compensation for:
In case the injured person dies, a wrongful death case could also add the recovery of:
Brain injury can have tragic effects on a family and the resulting financial burden can cause tremendous strain. If the negligent acts of others were the cause of the brain injury, it is likely that you have the right to pursue financial compensation.
If you or your loved one has experienced symptoms of brain injury caused by someone's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. While financial compensation cannot reverse the physical and emotional suffering resulting from a brain injury, it can help cover medical expenses, loss of wages and reduction in lifestyle.
For over 20 years, we have been helping families who have suffered a brain injury accident from the negligence of others. We are dedicated to helping you recover resources to deal with the effects of malpractice and negligence and to bring you justice. We understand how difficult this time can be for a family and the victim and we want to help. We are proud of our record of success and satisfied clients and we can help anyone in Miami, Florida or anywhere in the United States.
To arrange a free initial consultation about a brain damage case, call our office at 305.416.9805. You can also reach us online. We only charge contingency fees, meaning we only charge after the case is closed.
Selecting a brain damage lawyer to represent you in your case is no trivial matter. Since the results of your lawsuit will have a defining, long-term impact on the quality of your life and your family members’ lives, it’s important to choose someone who is well-qualified. Your lawyer should possess the knowledge, education, and experience in this specialized area of medical malpractice law while also having empathy and compassion.
View full answerTo win a brain damage case, our medical malpractice attorney will prove that your injury is a consequence of hospital malpractice. Our attorney will prove that your injury did not exist before the incident, that the medical care provider had a duty to care for you, that the doctor failed to meet that standard, and that the failure caused the injury.
View full answerFirst, it is vital that you and your family establish a relationship with our Miami based law firm, to help us gather information about the accident and about how you are progressing after the brain injury. Then, we try to make sure that you are in the best facility possible to get the best care you need. Finally, when the case begins, we will work together very carefully to build up your case.
View full answerNumerous expenses occur while getting treatment for a brain injury. If you or a loved one has been brain-injured due to someone’s negligence, an experienced attorney can help you receive financial compensation to cover the expenses involved.
View full answerOur goals are to represent you to the very best that we can. We first establish a relationship, we're very honest and answer all of your questions. As we have dealt with many facilities specialized in treating brain injuries, we can make sure you are in the best facility possible to get the best care you need.
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