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Brain damage caused by a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is complex and varies significantly from person to person. The brain is an intricate network of fibers responsible for sending signals, controlling bodily functions, and enabling thought, movement, and emotion. When these fibers are twisted, torn, or otherwise damaged during an accident, the result can be devastating.
The severity and effects of a traumatic brain injury depend on several factors, including:
At De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, attorneys Michael V. Kaplen and Shana De Caro have decades of experience helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of TBIs. Their understanding of brain injury law, combined with their advocacy for survivors, sets them apart in this challenging area.
No two brain injuries are the same. The way a TBI affects an individual varies based on the nature of the injury and the person’s unique physiology.
Traumatic brain injuries can result in a wide range of impairments, including:
Michael Kaplen, who teaches traumatic brain injury law at The George Washington University Law School, emphasizes the importance of understanding how brain injuries uniquely affect each individual to advocate effectively for their needs.
Recovery from a brain injury is highly individual and often unpredictable. The brain’s healing process does not follow a linear path—progress may occur in sudden leaps, plateaus, or gradual improvements over weeks, months, or even years.
Shana De Caro, a nationally recognized brain injury attorney, highlights the need for patience and a robust support system throughout the recovery process: “Every survivor deserves access to the care and resources needed to rebuild their lives after a brain injury.”
At De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, we understand the profound impact brain injuries have on every aspect of life. Our experienced attorneys are committed to providing compassionate and effective legal representation by:
When you retain De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, you gain more than legal representation—you gain a team of dedicated advocates. Michael and Shana have been recognized for their leadership in brain injury law and their commitment to improving the lives of survivors.
Together, they work tirelessly to protect the rights of their clients and secure the compensation they need to rebuild their lives.
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury, don’t face the challenges alone. Contact De Caro & Kaplen, LLP today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
We are here to guide you through the complexities of brain injury recovery and fight for the justice you deserve.
Michael V. Kaplen represents victims of vehicle collisions, unsafe buildings and construction sites, and medical malpractice, and is a preferred attorney of The Brain Injury Association of America.
Michael is board certified as a Civil Trial Advocate and board certified in medical malpractice litigation. He is a Professorial Lecturer in Law, The George Washington University Law School, The Legal Aspects of Traumatic Brain Injury.
Michael is past chairman of the American Association for Justice (AAJ) Automobile, Highway and Premise Liability Section, past chairman of the AAJ Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group, three term president of the Brain Injury Association of New York State served two terms as chair of the New York State Traumatic Brain Injury Services Coordinating Council and vice-president, New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
He was invited by President Obama to participate in the White House Healthy Kids & Safe Sports Concussion Summit.
He is admitted to courts in New York, Florida, and Washington, DC. He has been selected as a New York Super Lawyer and recognized by Best Lawyers of America and U.S. News and World Report in personal injury law.
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