Brain Injury Attorney in Modesto

$350 Million Recovered. Fighting for TBI Victims Across Stanislaus County.

Brain injuries change everything fast. Cognitive function, memory, the ability to work and care for your family can all shift in an instant, often without visible signs on standard imaging. Insurance companies know how hard these injuries are to prove, and they use that to minimize what you may recover. We don’t let that happen.

Law Offices of Steven A. Fabbro has recovered more than $350 million for injured clients over more than 35 years of personal injury practice. Steven Fabbro holds the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating, the highest peer-review rating for ethics and legal ability, and is recognized by Northern California Super Lawyers. We represent brain injury victims in Modesto and throughout Stanislaus County, including clients in Ceres and Turlock.

If you or someone you love suffered a head injury caused by another party’s negligence, call us today for a free consultation. There’s no fee unless we recover for you. Reach us at (415) 275-3008.

Common Causes of Brain Injuries in Modesto

Traumatic brain injury in the Modesto area arises from a range of incidents, each creating potential legal liability under California negligence law.

• Motor vehicle accidents: Collisions on Highway 99 and local roads are among the leading causes of TBI in the Central Valley. Drivers, passengers, and pedestrians struck by negligent motorists may have strong claims.
• Slip-and-fall accidents: California property owners owe a duty of reasonable care to visitors. A fall on an unsafe surface, uneven flooring, or poorly maintained stairs can produce serious head trauma.
• Workplace accidents: Construction-site falls and agricultural equipment incidents are common in Stanislaus County. When employer or third-party negligence contributes, a personal injury claim may run alongside a workers’ compensation claim.
• Assaults and violent incidents: California personal injury law permits TBI claims arising from intentional acts when a third party’s conduct caused the harm.

In any case where another party’s negligence caused the head trauma, the victim may be entitled to seek compensation.

Damages Available to Brain Injury Victims in Modesto

Brain injury claims can involve substantial compensation because the lifetime cost of care is high. Recovering the full value of a claim means accounting for future needs, not just current medical bills.

Economic Damages
Past and future medical expenses, including hospital stays, rehabilitation, physical and occupational therapy, speech therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation, are recoverable. So are lost wages from missed work and diminished earning capacity if the injury affects the ability to return to the same occupation.

Non-Economic Damages
Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. These damages reflect the personal toll a brain injury takes beyond what any bill captures.

Wrongful Death from Fatal TBI
When a brain injury proves fatal, eligible family members may pursue a wrongful death claim under California law. Recoverable losses can include funeral and burial expenses, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship.

Why Modesto Brain Injury Victims Work With Our Firm

Building a brain injury case means constructing a complete picture of how the injury affects daily life, work, and relationships, not simply tallying medical bills. Insurers often argue that a TBI is minor or unrelated to the accident, particularly when imaging appears normal. Countering those arguments requires thorough documentation and a credible trial threat.

We’ve handled cases against large corporations and insurance companies and have a track record of multi-million-dollar recoveries. Clients receive personal attention from our team at every stage of the legal process. We work on a contingency-fee basis: no upfront legal costs and no fee unless we recover compensation for you.