Olympia Brain Injury Lawyer

A single jolt to the head during a crash changes the way you process the world around you. You may appear the same to your neighbors in Olympia, but your memory, mood, and ability to work feel different from what they were before the incident. 

This invisible harm creates a heavy burden for families who struggle to prove the severity of the injury to an insurance company that only looks at broken bones. An Olympia brain injury lawyer from our firm provides the strength necessary to document these changes and hold the reckless party accountable for the harm they caused. 

Since 1893, we have helped families across Washington manage the legal side of catastrophic injuries. An experienced personal injury lawyer from our firm will take it from here, because your primary focus should remain on your health and your family.

Our 130 years of history provides the capable assistance your family requires after a life-altering event. Call our office today to talk about your case and learn how we help.

Why Choose Jacobs & Jacobs for an Olympia Brain Injury Lawyer

Residents of Thurston County seek a legal team with deep roots and a proven track record of results. Our firm began serving the Puget Sound region in 1893, and we continue to fulfill that mission today under the leadership of Tom Jacobs. 

Tom uses his 40 years of experience to guide our advocacy and protect your rights. We employ more than 50 members who work together to seek a fair resolution for your claim.

• Our satellite office in Olympia serves the residents of Thurston County with personal attention.
• We possess a 130-year legacy of service that gives us the strength to confront insurance companies.
• Our staff speaks English and Spanish, making our help accessible to everyone in the local community.
• We only receive payment if we successfully recover money for your claim.

Our firm maintains the resources of a large team while keeping the compassionate approach of a family business. We lift the legal burden from your shoulders so you can spend your time with your family. 

Our history in the local legal community allows us to provide the steady guidance you need after a crash. We have lived and worked in this region since 1893, which gives us a unique knowledge of the local landscape. Call our office today to talk about your situation and learn how we help.

Proving Accountability for Brain Injuries

Reckless drivers or negligent property owners often cause head injuries that change the lives of our neighbors. This failure constitutes negligence when a driver speeds through an intersection or a business ignores a known or obvious fall hazard. 

Negligence happens when a person fails to use the care that a reasonable person would use in the same situation. We investigate the facts of the event to prove who carries the legal responsibility for your injuries. 

Our team gathers police reports, witness statements, and photos of the scene to build a strong argument for accountability. Establishing liability serves as the foundation of your recovery. We look for evidence that the other party was distracted or failed to follow safety rules. 

This work allows us to show the insurance company exactly how the incident occurred.

• Negligence: We show that the other party failed to follow safety rules or act with care.
• Evidence: We secure photos and statements while they remain fresh and available.
• Accountability: We hold the responsible party and their insurance provider responsible for the harm they caused.

We handle the paperwork and the investigations while you focus on your medical treatment. Our firm possesses the experience needed to manage every detail of your claim from the start. Call our office today to talk about your case.

How Pure Comparative Fault Protects Your Recovery

Washington laws establish a system called pure comparative fault to determine the money a person receives after an accident. This law allows for a recovery even if the injured person shared some of the blame for the crash. The court or insurance company assigns a percentage of fault to everyone involved, then the law reduces your recovery by that percentage.

 RCW 4.22.005 outlines this system for personal injury cases across our state.

Insurance companies often try to place an unfair share of blame on people with brain injuries to protect their profits. 

They might claim you were not paying attention or that you ignored a warning sign. We fight these tactics with facts and documentation.

• Fault Assessment: Courts assign a specific percentage of responsibility to each party.
• Recovery Reduction: Your final amount reflects the share of blame assigned to the other party.
• Legal Protection: We use evidence to protect you from unfair claims of fault made by insurance adjusters.

Our firm makes sure the facts remain clear during negotiations. We have managed these challenges for families across the Puget Sound for over 130 years. Accountability remains our primary focus throughout the entire legal process. Call our office today to talk about your case.

Documenting Head Injuries to Build Claim Value

Brain injuries often cause serious physical and cognitive harm that requires long term care. We discuss injuries like a traumatic brain injury only to explain how they change the value of your claim. A traumatic brain injury happens when a sudden jolt to the head disrupts brain function. 

Documentation of these injuries provides the proof necessary to show the insurance company why you need a fair settlement. Catastrophic harm like a skull fracture or internal bleeding also requires careful records. We use hospital reports and specialist notes to show the extent of the harm. 

These records allow us to calculate the full cost of your medical treatment. 

• Medical Records: These files show the surgeries and treatments you received at the hospital.
• Specialist Reports: Documentation from neurologists explains the care you will need in the future.
• Claim Value: Detailed records help us seek a settlement that covers every part of your recovery.

We handle the process of requesting and organizing these medical files. This work allows you to stay focused on your physical therapy without worrying about hospital paperwork. Our firm focuses on how these injuries change the legal value of your case. Call our office today to talk about your situation.

Keeping Track of the Washington Statute of Limitations

Washington laws set a strict time limit for filing a brain injury claim. RCW 4.16.080 generally gives you three years from the date of the crash to take legal action. 

Missing this three-year limit means the court will likely dismiss your case.

Building a strong case requires us to act quickly while evidence still exists. Video footage from nearby businesses or fresh witness memories disappear over time. We start the work early to make sure we preserve every detail for your claim.

• The Three Year Limit: Laws require you to file your personal injury case within three years of the incident.
• Evidence Preservation: We secure photos and statements before they are lost or destroyed.
• Legal Deadlines: Our team manages all the filings to keep your case moving forward.

Our firm tracks all these important dates for you. We manage the timelines so you do not have to worry about legal calendars. Call us as soon as you can so we can begin the investigation and protect your rights.

Actions You Can Take From Home

Simple actions at home help our team as we build your claim. You can keep a folder for all the paperwork you receive after the incident. This includes medical bills, discharge summaries, and letters from insurance companies. 

We recommend avoiding discussions with insurance adjusters from the other party until you have spoken with us.

• Keep all bills related to the medical care you receive.
• Save a record of any communication from the police or witnesses.
• Call our office if you receive a letter or a phone call from an insurance company.

We offer mobile appointments where our team comes to your home if traveling to our offices feels difficult. 

We provide the support you need in a way that respects your situation. Our goal is to make this process easier for you. We are ready to help whenever you feel prepared to talk. Call our office today to talk about your case.

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A Legacy of Service Since 1893

Jacobs & Jacobs has remained a steady presence in the Puget Sound area since 1893. We serve families in Olympia, Kent, and Puyallup with compassion and strength. 

Our history of serving Washington since 1893 shows our dedication to treating our neighbors with respect. We are members of the local community who care about the people here.

• Our satellite office in Olympia provides a local base for Thurston County families.
• A team of over 50 members makes sure we have the resources to manage your claim.
• Primary offices in Kent and Puyallup support our work across the region.

We provide honest and hopeful guidance throughout the legal process. Our team is ready to listen to your story and help you find a path forward. We possess the experience needed to hold major companies and insurance providers accountable. Call our office today to talk about your situation.

FAQs

Managing a claim after a head injury leads to many questions about state laws and the legal process. The following information addresses common concerns people have as they seek a recovery for their injuries.

How does the law treat a brain injury if there was no direct hit to the head?

Rapid movement of the head during a car crash can cause the brain to strike the inside of the skull even without a direct impact. These coup-contrecoup injuries carry the same legal weight as other head injuries. A skilled car accident lawyer from our firm uses medical documentation to prove that the whiplash or sudden stop caused the cognitive harm.

Can a business be held responsible for a brain injury caused by a fall?

Property owners carry a responsibility to keep their premises safe for guests and customers. You may have a claim if a slippery floor or a broken staircase caused a fall that led to a head injury. We investigate the maintenance records of the business to see if they ignored a known danger. Call our office today to talk about your situation.

What if the brain injury causes personality changes or mood swings?

Non-economic damages in a personal injury claim cover changes to your quality of life and emotional well-being. We work with family members and medical professionals to document how the injury changed your personality. This information helps the insurance company grasp the full impact of the harm.

Will the insurance company pay for my future medical care and therapy?

A fair settlement must include the cost of care you will need in the years ahead. We calculate these future costs by looking at the recommendations from your doctors and specialists. This ensures you have the resources necessary for ongoing physical or speech therapy. 

What if the injury prevents me from returning to my previous career?

Loss of earning capacity acts as a major part of a brain injury claim. We look at your work history and the limitations set by your doctors to determine the financial impact on your future. If you can no longer perform the same tasks, the insurance company must account for that loss of income. 

What if my brain injury symptoms appeared several days after the accident?

Delayed symptoms frequently occur with head injuries, and the law still allows you to seek a recovery. We use medical testimony to connect the delayed symptoms to the initial crash or fall. 

Seeking a medical evaluation immediately after an accident helps establish this connection for the insurance company. Call our office today to talk about your case.

Call Jacobs & Jacobs Today

Your recovery requires a legal team that provides strength and capable assistance. We manage the legal details and the investigations so you can focus on your health. Contact our office today to discuss your case and learn how we can provide the advocacy you need. We have the history and the resources to help you seek accountability. We will take it from here.