Head or Brain Injury in California? You Deserve Answers and Justice.
A simple “concussion” on a hospital discharge sheet can change your life forever.
At Rulsky Law Group, we represent people throughout California who suffered traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and catastrophic injuries after car crashes, truck collisions, slip-and-fall incidents, or other traumatic events.
Even if your CT or MRI looked “normal,” you may still have sustained a brain injury. The truth is, most people with a mild TBI don’t look injured from the outside — yet live with debilitating symptoms every day.
Recognizing the Hidden Signs of a Brain Injury
A traumatic brain injury doesn’t always involve a skull fracture, surgery, or even loss of consciousness. Many clients tell us, “I didn’t black out — I just felt foggy.”
Common post-accident symptoms include:
- Headaches, dizziness, blurry vision, or nausea
- Confusion, forgetfulness, or “feeling foggy”
- Irritability, anxiety, or emotional swings
- Fatigue, sleep disturbance, or light sensitivity
- Difficulty concentrating or remembering conversations
If any of these sound familiar, it’s crucial to seek medical evaluation right away. The earlier you get neurological treatment, the stronger your recovery and your legal case will be.
The Science — and the Strategy — Behind TBI Cases
We understand brain injuries not only medically but strategically. Our firm collaborates with neurologists, neuroradiologists, neuropsychologists, and cognitive therapists to build strong, evidence-based cases.
We’ve helped clients:
- Obtain 3-Tesla MRIs and Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) to prove microscopic brain changes
- Connect with neuro-optometrists for vision problems and audiologists for tinnitus
- Document behavioral and cognitive changes through neuropsych evaluations
- Coordinate life care plans and economic damages experts for future costs of care
This attention to detail not only proves the injury — it helps juries and insurers understand its human cost.
Catastrophic Injuries Deserve Catastrophic Justice
When brain trauma leads to paralysis, severe cognitive deficits, or permanent disability, we fight for lifetime compensation that covers:
- Long-term care and rehabilitation
- Loss of income and career capacity
- Home modifications and assistive technology
- Emotional suffering and loss of enjoyment of life
We work with top California trauma specialists and medical experts familiar with Cedars-Sinai, UCLA Medical Center, and USC Keck Hospital protocols to ensure your medical evidence is unimpeachable.
What Makes Brain Injury Cases Different
Insurance companies often argue that post-concussion symptoms are “just stress.” We dismantle those arguments with:
- Objective neuroimaging evidence
- Expert medical testimony
- Neuropsychological testing showing cognitive deficits
- Family and coworker statements showing personality or behavioral changes
We don’t let insurers dismiss your suffering.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
You can still have a TBI. Many concussions involve no blackout — just confusion, dizziness, or fogginess after impact.
ERs treat for life-threatening injuries, not subtle brain trauma. You need a neurologist or neuropsychologist to document long-term symptoms.
It depends on the extent of brain damage, medical costs, and life impact. We pursue the full value, not quick settlements.
California law protects “eggshell plaintiffs.” Even if you were more vulnerable, the negligent party is fully responsible for your new or worsened injuries.
