Brain Injury Attorney in Miami

Personalized Brain Injury Representation Backed by 50+ Years of Combined Experience

Brain injuries change lives in ways that aren’t always visible from the outside. When someone else’s negligence is the cause, the financial and legal stakes are enormous. At Remer, Georges-Pierre & Hoogerwoerd, PLLC, we represent brain injury victims throughout Miami and Miami-Dade County, bringing over 50 years of combined attorney experience in personal injury and employment law to every case we handle.

We offer free initial consultations with no obligation, and we work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Our team serves clients in English and Spanish.

If you or someone you love has suffered a brain injury in an accident, call us today at (877) 757-2828 to speak with a Miami brain injury attorney at no cost.

Why Brain Injury Claims Are Difficult to Prove

Brain injuries are sometimes called invisible injuries. Symptoms like memory loss, mood changes, persistent headaches, cognitive difficulty, and light sensitivity may not appear on standard MRI or CT scans, yet they can be profoundly disabling. Neuropsychological testing and thorough clinical documentation become central to building a strong claim when imaging alone doesn’t tell the full story.

Florida’s modified comparative negligence rule, enacted by HB 837 and effective March 24, 2023, adds another layer of complexity. Under this rule, a plaintiff found more than 50% at fault for their own injuries recovers nothing. Insurance adjusters know this, and they frequently work to assign disproportionate fault to the injured party early in the process. Getting an attorney involved quickly can help protect against that tactic and preserve critical evidence before it disappears.

Brain Injury Types & Common Causes in Miami

Traumatic brain injuries range from concussions to severe structural damage. Understanding the type of injury matters for treatment, prognosis, and the legal theory of recovery.

TBI types we handle include:

• Concussions and post-concussion syndrome: Often described as “mild,” concussions can cause lasting cognitive and emotional effects, especially when a second injury occurs before the first has healed (second-impact syndrome)
• Contusions and hematomas: Bruising or bleeding on or around the brain, often requiring surgical intervention
• Diffuse axonal injury: Widespread nerve fiber damage caused by rapid acceleration or deceleration, common in high-speed collisions
• Anoxic and hypoxic brain injuries: Caused by oxygen deprivation, including errors involving anesthesia or other medical negligence

Miami’s heavy traffic, active construction sector, dense commercial properties, and maritime activity mean these injuries arise across a wide range of situations, including car, truck, and motorcycle crashes; pedestrian and bicycle accidents; slip and fall incidents; job-site accidents; and medical malpractice.

Compensation a Miami Brain Injury Claim May Recover

A thorough brain injury claim accounts for far more than the initial hospital bill. Depending on the facts of the case, recoverable damages in Florida can include past and future medical expenses, physical and neuropsychological therapy, lost wages and reduced earning capacity, in-home care and home modifications, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. In cases involving egregious conduct, punitive damages may also be available.

Insurance companies frequently offer early settlements that cover current treatment costs but ignore future therapy, ongoing care, and diminished earning capacity. Accepting before the full picture is clear can leave a victim permanently undercompensated. We work to account for every documented loss before any resolution is on the table.

How We Handle Brain Injury Cases

Our process starts with a free consultation to understand what happened and assess the strength of the claim. From there, we handle investigation and evidence gathering, coordinate with treating physicians, and manage all insurer communication. If a fair settlement can’t be reached, we litigate.

One thing that sets us apart from Miami PI-only firms is our dual practice in personal injury and employment law. Clients who suffered a brain injury on a job site or in a workplace accident can work with attorneys who understand both tort liability and workers’ rights at the same time. That matters when a third-party negligence claim and a workers’ compensation claim are in play simultaneously.

Credentials & Professional Recognition

Remer, Georges-Pierre & Hoogerwoerd, PLLC holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer-review rating available, reflecting the assessments of attorneys and judges familiar with the firm’s work. Our attorneys are members of the American Bar Association, the Trial Lawyers Section of the Florida Bar, the American Association for Justice, the Florida Justice Association, NELA, the Dade County Bar Association, and the Cuban American Bar Association. We serve clients throughout Miami-Dade County and surrounding South Florida communities, with bilingual representation in English and Spanish.

Florida’s Two-Year Filing Deadline for Brain Injury Claims

Under Florida Statute § 95.11, as amended by HB 837, most personal injury negligence claims must be filed within two years of the date of injury for incidents occurring on or after March 24, 2023. That clock starts on the date of the accident, not when treatment ends or insurance negotiations conclude.

Exceptions apply to certain claim types. Medical malpractice follows a separate discovery rule and statute of repose. Claims against government entities carry additional pre-suit notice requirements. An attorney can identify the correct deadline for your specific situation. What doesn’t change is that waiting can put evidence, witnesses, and ultimately your right to file at risk.

Talk to a Miami Brain Injury Lawyer Today

Brain injury cases demand prompt action and attorneys who understand what’s at stake. We offer free consultations to brain injury victims and their families throughout Miami, and we don’t collect legal fees unless we recover for you. Our team is available in English and Spanish.

To speak with a brain injury lawyer in Miami at no upfront cost or obligation, call Remer, Georges-Pierre & Hoogerwoerd, PLLC at (877) 757-2828 today.