Brain injury lawyers help people pursue compensation after accidents that result in traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). At Auger Hollingsworth Accident & Injury Lawyers, we represent people facing concussion symptoms, cognitive difficulties, and lasting disabilities. Our Barrie personal injury lawyers investigate what happened, pursue compensation, and handle claims with insurance companies while you focus on recovery.
Each client receives advice based on their medical evidence, circumstances and goals. We gather evidence that explains both visible injuries and less apparent limitations. When a fair resolution cannot be reached, we pursue litigation. As a top-rated firm in Barrie, we bring extensive trial experience and thorough preparation to brain injury claims.
For compassionate legal support, contact Auger Hollingsworth Accident & Injury Lawyers.
Types of Brain Injuries
A TBI can affect one area of the brain or cause widespread damage. Medical assessments identify the injury and guide treatment, while we document its effects on your daily life.
Common types of brain injuries include:
- Concussion
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that can occur without losing consciousness. Symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. “Mild” describes the initial injury classification and does not mean its effects are insignificant.
- Contusion
Cerebral contusions, also called brain contusions, are bruises in brain tissue. They can involve bleeding and swelling after a direct impact or sudden movement. The effects depend on the location and extent of the injury.
- Subdural Hemorrhage
A subdural hemorrhage involves bleeding between the brain and its outer protective covering. Blood can collect and place pressure on the brain. These hemorrhages can require urgent medical treatment.
- Penetrating Brain Injury
A penetrating brain injury occurs when an object passes through the skull and damages brain tissue. Skull fractures may accompany the injury. Emergency treatment may include surgery and other measures to prevent further damage.
- Diffuse Injury
Diffuse axonal injuries involve damage to nerve fibres across multiple brain areas. Rapid acceleration, deceleration, or rotation can cause this damage. The resulting impairments may affect consciousness and long-term function.
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Common Causes of Brain Injuries
Brain injuries can result from motor vehicle crashes, falls, sports incidents, or violence. A legal claim requires evidence connecting the injury to another party’s responsibility or an available insurance benefit.
Common causes of brain injuries may include:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
A motor vehicle accident can cause a brain injury through direct impact or sudden movement. Cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists, and vehicle occupants can all be affected.
We investigate the accident and review your available insurance coverage. Where motor vehichle accident injuries also include spinal cord injuries or fractures, we assess their combined effect on care needs and employment.
- Falls
A slip and fall on ice, stairs, or uneven flooring can cause a serious head injury. We investigate the hazard, inspection practices, maintenance records, and available surveillance footage. This evidence helps establish whether an occupier or maintenance contractor failed to take reasonable care.
- Contact Sports
Collisions and falls during hockey, football, and other contact sports can cause brain injuries. An injury alone does not establish negligence. We assess the circumstances, including supervision, unsafe conditions, and conduct beyond the ordinary risks of participation.
- Assaults and Violence
An assault can cause brain trauma through a blow, violent movement, or a fall. Depending on the evidence, a civil claim may involve the attacker or another party whose negligence contributed to the incident. We assess potential liability separately from any criminal proceedings.
- Birth Injuries
A birth injury may involve brain damage from trauma or oxygen deprivation around delivery. Claims alleging negligent obstetric care require a separate medical malpractice assessment. Families should seek advice from a lawyer who practices in that area — our firm does not handle medical malpractice claims.
What Compensation Can You Claim for a Brain Injury?
Compensation depends on liability, medical evidence, insurance coverage, and the losses you can establish. We assess both current expenses and reasonably anticipated future needs.
A personal injury lawsuit may seek damages for:
- Pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life.
- Lost income and reduced earning capacity.
- Medical expenses and rehabilitation.
- Future care and personal assistance.
- Housekeeping and home maintenance needs.
- Necessary equipment and home modifications.
After a motor vehicle accident, Statutory Accident Benefits (SABS) provide a separate route to eligible support, regardless of fault. Medical, rehabilitation, and attendant care benefits remain mandatory under Ontario’s July 2026 reforms. Other benefits, including income replacement, depend on applicable coverage and eligibility.
A lawsuit against a responsible party involves different legal requirements. Ontario automobile claims can also involve statutory thresholds, deductibles, and deductions for overlapping payments. We assess how these rules affect your potential recovery.
If you have long term disability coverage, we also review potential benefit entitlements or a denial. We explain how insurance payments may interact with your other claims.
