Long Island Anoxic Brain Injury Lawyers

Many people picture something physical when they think of brain injuries, but anoxic brain injuries don’t work that way. The damage can set in quickly when the brain loses its oxygen supply. And for families trying to make sense of what happened, accurate answers mean the world. The anoxic brain injury lawyers at Sullivan & Sullivan start with the right questions to find answers that support your case. Contact us now to schedule a consultation.

Hypoxic vs. Anoxic Brain Injuries

What’s the difference between hypoxic and anoxic brain injuries? You’ll likely hear both terms in medical malpractice cases. Here’s what you need to know:

Anoxic means the brain’s oxygen supply was completely cut off.
Hypoxic means the brain was still getting oxygen, just not enough.

Injury patterns between hypoxic and anoxic brain injuries can appear similar to the untrained eye. But Long Island anoxic brain injury lawyers know what to look for and can use that information to help shape legal theories that bolster your claim.

Gathering Data from Medical Records

Our lawyers work tirelessly to determine what an anoxic brain injury traces back to. Birth complications are one of the most common, due to placental abruption, umbilical cord compression, and prolonged labor. In these situations, there are usually warning signs.

Medical records are critical sources of information. For example, a birth injury case often turns on fetal heart rates and notes from nursing staff. Part of our work is knowing which records to pull and what they’re actually saying. And we use that data to prepare your claim.

Damage from oxygen deprivation to the brain doesn’t always end when oxygen starts flowing again. Another wave of injury, called secondary energy failure, can occur in the hours that follow. Our Long Island anoxic brain injury lawyers assess whether the treating team recognized the risks and responded appropriately.

Determining Liability in Anoxic Brain Injury Cases

Liability in New York anoxic brain injury cases follows the facts. But the facts can vary widely depending on what happened, how it happened, and why.

NY law requires notice of claim to be filed within 90 days of an anoxic brain injury before you can proceed with a lawsuit. Missing that deadline can bar a claim, even with mounds of valid evidence. Sullivan & Sullivan believes your future is worth fighting for. Act now, and we’ll identify which rules apply to your case before opportunities disappear.

Build Your Case with Sullivan & Sullivan

Your claim needs more than proof that an injury occurred. Your lawyer must establish that someone breached the duty of care. We must also show that the breach caused oxygen deprivation and that the deprivation caused harm. These elements can be challenging to pursue, organize, and present to the court.

Each element must be individually supported by evidence via medical records, expert testimony, or timeline documentation. Sullivan & Sullivan’s Long Island anoxic brain injury lawyers research, gather, and prepare your case based on this evidence. So, the earlier you act, the better.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

Compensation for an anoxic brain injury may be available if your case qualifies. Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to payments for medical bills, rehabilitation, attendant care costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, or loss of enjoyment of life. And in some cases involving wrongful death, family members could file an additional claim to cover other costs under NY law.

We don’t recommend settling until one of our Long Island anoxic brain injury lawyers has reviewed your case to understand the scope of what happened and how it impacted your family. Our team offers free consultations to discuss the details and determine your next steps. Reach out today to book a call.

Contact Info

Main Office:
200 Garden City Plaza, Suite 201 Garden City, NY 11530
NYC Office:
120 Broadway 27th Floor New York, NY 10271
Main Office:
(516) 746-6446
NYC Office
(212) 206-0708
Business Hours:
M-F: 7 AM - 7 PM
Sat: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sun: 12 PM - 4 PM

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Long Island Anoxic Brain Injury Lawyers