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Brain Injury Attorney Raffi Naljian | TBI & Concussion Cases
Traumatic brain injuries can be invisible yet devastating, affecting cognition, personality, and quality of life. Attorney Raffi Naljian understands the challenges of proving brain injury cases and pursues comprehensive compensation for TBI victims. These injuries require an attorney who recognizes their true impact.
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Raffi Naljian
California Personal Injury, Litigation & Criminal Defense Attorney
Raffi Garabed Naljian is an active California attorney listed under State Bar #238919. The State Bar profile lists personal injury, litigation, criminal law, and business law among his self-reported practice areas, and Naljian Law Offices describes a Glendale practice handling criminal defense and civil litigation, including personal injury matters.
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Brain injuries are often undervalued because symptoms may not be immediately apparent. Raffi Naljian works with neurological experts to document the full extent of brain injuries and their impact on your life and earning capacity. Also searched as: Rafi Nanaljian, Raffi Nalian, Rafi Naljian.
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What to Do Next
- 1Seek immediate medical evaluation
- 2Follow all treatment recommendations
- 3Document symptoms in a daily journal
- 4Gather testimony from family about changes
- 5Preserve evidence of the accident
- 6Avoid activities that could worsen injury
- 7Consult a brain injury attorney early
Evidence Checklist
- Medical records including imaging (CT, MRI)
- Neuropsychological testing results
- Documentation of cognitive changes
- Family statements about behavioral changes
- Employment records showing impact
- Academic records if applicable
- Photos/video of accident scene
- Ongoing treatment documentation
Brain injuries require expert documentation.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Dismissing concussion symptoms as minor
- Not documenting daily symptoms and changes
- Returning to normal activities too quickly
- Failing to get neuropsychological testing
- Settling before understanding full impact
- Not gathering family observations
- Underestimating cognitive deficits
How the Process Typically Works
1
Immediate Evaluation
Emergency assessment and imaging
2
Symptom Monitoring
Track symptoms over time
3
Neuropsychological Testing
Comprehensive cognitive assessment
4
Expert Consultation
Neurologist, neuropsychologist review
5
Case Resolution
Settlement or trial with full documentation
Damages You May Be Able to Recover
- •Medical treatment and rehabilitation
- •Cognitive therapy
- •Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- •Future medical care
- •Pain and suffering
- •Emotional distress
- •Loss of enjoyment of life
- •Caregiver support if needed
Frequently Asked Questions
Can mild TBI result in significant compensation?
Yes. Even "mild" TBI can have significant impacts on cognition, mood, and daily functioning. Proper documentation and expert testimony can demonstrate these impacts.
What is neuropsychological testing?
Neuropsychological testing is a comprehensive assessment of cognitive functions like memory, attention, processing speed, and executive function. It can document deficits not visible on imaging.
Why do brain injuries need specialized attorneys?
Brain injuries are often invisible and easily dismissed. An experienced attorney understands how to prove these injuries through proper medical evidence and expert testimony.
What if I hit my head but CT scan was normal?
Normal imaging doesn't rule out brain injury. Concussions and some TBIs don't show on CT scans. Neuropsychological testing and symptom documentation are crucial.
How do personality changes affect my case?
Personality and behavioral changes are compensable damages. Family testimony about changes in mood, patience, or social functioning is important evidence.
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