Selecting a brain injury lawyer to represent you in your case is no trivial matter. In fact, it’s one of the most critical decisions you’ll face in your post-injury journey. Since the results of your lawsuit will have a defining, long-term impact on the quality of your life (and your family members’ lives), it’s important to choose someone who is well-qualified. Your lawyer should possess knowledge, education, and experience in this specialized area of personal injury law while also having empathy and compassion for those who have been affected.
Looking to hire a proven New York brain injury lawyer? Get to know our legal team—contact De Caro & Kaplen, LLP today.
Interviewing Attorneys
An initial case evaluation allows a brain injury attorney to gather information about your case and decide if he or she will take you on as a client. At the same time, it’s an opportunity for you to learn about the lawyer’s background, experience, and qualifications. Don’t be shy about asking questions! This is an important part of the screening process, and positive and open communication can lay the foundation for a successful relationship.
Below are some questions you should consider asking a brain injury lawyer (don’t forget to write down the answers).
- How long have you been in practice?
- What percentage of your law practice is devoted to representing people with a traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
- What are your results in representing clients with brain injury cases similar to mine?
- Will you be the personal injury attorney handling my brain injury case, or will you be referring it to another lawyer or law firm?
- Do you actively contribute knowledge to the field of brain injury law—for example, by authoring articles, lecturing, or participating in local associations?
Traumatic Brain Injury is Our Core Focus
[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIqDJnFAK5g&width=640&height=360[/embedyt]Shana De Caro & Michael Kaplen, the brain injury attorneys at De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, concentrate their practice on representing victims of brain injury, head injury, concussion, coma, traumatic epilepsy, and seizure disorders. Our firm’s 35-year track record in this area is stellar. In fact, Shana and Michael have achieved verdicts and settlements in brain injury cases totaling over 100 million dollars.
Our lawyers are recognized across the country for their keen insights and knowledge in traumatic brain injury law. In addition to their involvement with numerous brain injury advocacy groups, Shana and Michael are often asked to speak publicly to large audiences on TBI topics such as the long-term consequences of brain injury, proper trial techniques, and ethical considerations in brain injury litigation.
Shana De Caro is a member of the Board of Directors of the Brain Injury Association of America and Immediate Past Chair of the American Association for Justice, Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group.
Michael Kaplen teaches the only course on traumatic brain injury law at George Washington University Law School. He is also a three-term past president of the Brain Injury Association of New York State and past chair of the American Association for Justice, Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group.
Discussing Legal Fees
De Caro & Kaplen, LLP provides legal representation on a contingency basis. This means, very simply, that you pay no legal fees up front. We advance the funds necessary to prosecute your case. If we win a verdict or settlement on your behalf, our fees and expenses are collected from that total amount. We believe in this approach because it makes competent legal representation available to everyone, not just people with deep pockets.
Qualified Legal Representation is Just a Phone Call Away
Case evaluations are always free, and there is no obligation. Start your search for a New York brain injury lawyer by contacting our firm today.