If you or someone you love suffered a traumatic brain injury in Pittsburgh, you need a Pittsburgh brain injury lawyer with experience handling complex brain injury cases. At Munley Law, our award-winning lawyers understand that a brain injury doesn’t just change medical outcomes; it can alter every part of a person’s life, from their ability to work and communicate to their independence and long-term care needs.
These cases demand more than basic personal injury representation. They require deep knowledge of medical evidence, neuroimaging, lifelong care planning, and the financial realities families face after a catastrophic injury.
Our team works closely with medical experts, life-care planners, and economists to build a full picture of how the injury will affect your future. We then fight to ensure you receive fair compensation for your losses.
To date, we have won some of Pennsylvania’s largest settlements and verdicts, including a groundbreaking $26 million settlement for a client who suffered a traumatic brain injury. To schedule your free consultation, call, text, chat, or email us today.
Call Us At 844-686-5397 What Are The Leading Causes Of Traumatic Brain Injuries in Pittsburgh?
Bumps, blows, and jolts to the head, as well as penetrating head injuries that disrupt the normal function of the brain, are the leading causes of traumatic brain injuries in Pittsburgh and across the US. These are usually caused by:
- Falls: Falls account for 48% of TBI-related emergency room visits. This is even more pronounced for older adults and younger children. For Americans 65 and older, 81% of all emergency room visits are related to a slip and fall accident. For children under 17, 49% of E.R. visits are due to a fall.
- Automobile Crashes: Car, SUV, and truck crashes account for 20% of all TBI hospitalizations.
- Intentional Self-Harm: With respect to deaths, traumatic brain injuries from intentional self-harm are the leading cause of death.
- Being Struck By/With an Object: As the CDC reports, being struck by or against an object was the second leading cause of TBI-related ED visits, accounting for about 17% of all TBI-related ED visits in the United States. For children, the rate is 28%.
In addition, abuse, swimming pool accidents, bicycle accidents, contact sports, and medical malpractice also contribute to traumatic brain injuries.
What Are The Most Common Types Of Brain Injuries?
A combination of “primary” and “secondary” injuries makes up most traumatic brain injuries. Injuries that occur during the initial traumatic event are primary injuries. In contrast, secondary injuries are metabolic and physiologic changes that began at the time of the initial injury, but may last for hours and days after.
For example, common primary injuries to the brain include:
- Intracranial Hematomas: Intracranial hematomas are the rupture of a blood vessel leading to the collection of blood in the brain tissues or empty spaces
- Skull Fractures: When there is a break or crack in the skull, a skull fracture can cause serious injuries and complications.
- Contusions: A contusion is a bruise of the brain tissue.
- Diffuse Axonal Injury: When a brain is subjected to sudden rotational forces or violent stopping, a diffuse axonal injury can arise.
Common secondary brain injuries include:
- Hypoxia and Hypotensions
- Ischemia
- Cerebral Edema
- Hydrocephalus
- Second Impact Syndrome
Nothing is more serious than a serious brain injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a leading cause of injury and death in the United States. There are approximately 190 TBI-related deaths every day.
Alarmingly, the number of annual TBI cases is rising. The CDC shows 3 million emergency room visits for brain injuries each year, including almost 840,000 children. Likewise, the CDC reports that TBI contributes to the wrongful death of over 50,000 Americans each year. Sadly, over 2,500 of those 50,000 are children.
What Kinds Of Damages Are Available In Traumatic Brain Injury Cases In Pennsylvania?
Under Pennsylvania law, if you or someone you love suffered a brain injury and another party is at fault, you can file a claim for economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are the kinds of losses that can be easily calculated. Non-economic damages represent intangible losses that are difficult to calculate. While rare, some plaintiffs are able to recover for punitive damages as well.
Most commonly, a plaintiff with a traumatic brain injury might recover for the following economic damages:
- Lost wages, where the TBI prevents the plaintiff from working
- Medical treatment costs, including rescue, ambulance, emergency services, doctors’ visits, diagnostic tests, medical procedures, surgeries, medications, and follow-up care.
- The costs of future medical treatment
- Rehabilitative services costs
- The costs of medical devices and modifications for plaintiffs who are permanently or temporarily disabled because of their injuries.
Additionally, you can recover for the following non-economic damages:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of quality of life
Why You Need a Pittsburgh Brain Injury Lawyer from Munley Law
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury in Pittsburgh, hiring an experienced Pittsburgh brain injury lawyer is critical to protecting your future.
These injuries often involve long-term medical care, lost earning capacity, cognitive impairment, and emotional trauma that may not be visible. Insurance companies undervalue these claims, offering settlements that fail to reflect the true lifetime cost of care.
A skilled attorney understands how to work with medical experts, neurologists, and financial specialists to fully document the impact of the injury.
At Munley Law, we build every case with the assumption it may go to trial, ensuring maximum leverage in negotiations. With nearly seven decades of experience in catastrophic injury litigation and a record of significant verdicts and settlements, our team fights to secure compensation that supports long-term recovery, stability, and dignity for injured clients’ families.
We are known for handling catastrophic injury cases with skill and dedication, building strong cases designed for maximum recovery. Our attorneys have earned recognition from leading legal organizations, including listings in Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers, and an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible award. Our partner attorneys have also been inducted into the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, reflecting a track record of significant case results.
FAQs About Traumatic Brain Injury Cases in Pittsburgh
Where are Brain Injury Cases Filed In Pittsburgh?
Most brain injury lawsuits in Pittsburgh are filed in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas, which handles major civil injury, negligence, and medical malpractice cases throughout the region.
Which Hospitals in Pittsburgh Treat Traumatic Brain Injuries?
Traumatic brain injury patients in Pittsburgh are often treated at major trauma centers such as UPMC Presbyterian and Allegheny General Hospital, both of which provide advanced emergency and neurological care for serious head injuries.
How Long Do I Have to File a Brain Injury Claim in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, most personal injury claims, including traumatic brain injury cases, must be filed within two years of the date of the accident or injury. Missing this deadline can prevent you from recovering compensation.
What if The Brain Injury Happened in a Car Accident in Pittsburgh?
If the injury occurred in a crash on roads such as I-376, I-79, or the Parkway East, the case will typically rely on police reports, accident reconstruction, witness statements, and insurance investigations to determine liability.
Can a Brain Injury Case Go To Trial in Pittsburgh?
Yes. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, a brain injury case may proceed to the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas, where a jury decides liability and compensation.
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Daniel W. Munley
Daniel W. Munley is an award-winning personal-injury attorney and champion of plaintiffs’ rights. For decades he’s won multi-million verdicts and settlements and is recognized as a national leader in truck and rideshare litigation, including a record $26 million truck settlement in Northeastern Pennsylvania and a $20 million recovery in 2024 for life-altering commercial-vehicle injuries.
