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Who is Paul Previte and How Can He Help After a Brain Injury?

Traumatic brain injuries are among the most devastating — and most undervalued — injuries in personal injury law. Insurance companies routinely attempt to minimize TBI claims because the injury is often invisible on standard imaging, symptoms are subjective, and victims frequently appear fine on the outside while suffering profound cognitive, emotional, and physical impairment on the inside.

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Attorney Paul Previte knows how to build a traumatic brain injury case that accurately reflects the full scope of what his clients have lost. He works with neurologists, neuropsychologists, life care planners, and vocational experts to document every dimension of the injury — and to present it in a way that resonates with a jury. He has over 30 years of North Texas trial experience as a former prosecutor and former judge, and he handles every case personally.

What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury?

A traumatic brain injury occurs when a sudden trauma causes damage to the brain. This can happen when the head strikes an object, when an object penetrates the skull, or when the brain is violently shaken inside the skull — as in whiplash from a rear-end collision. TBIs range from mild concussions to severe injuries causing permanent disability or death.

The most dangerous aspect of traumatic brain injuries is that they are frequently misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed. Standard CT scans and MRIs often appear normal even in patients with significant brain damage. Without proper neurological evaluation, victims may not receive the diagnosis they need — and insurance companies exploit that gap to minimize or deny claims entirely.

Types of Brain Injuries We Handle

• Concussion and post-concussion syndrome
• Diffuse axonal injury — caused by rotational forces that stretch and tear nerve fibers
• Subdural and epidural hematomas — bleeding between the brain and skull
• Contusions — bruising of brain tissue
• Coup-contrecoup injuries — damage at the point of impact and the opposite side
• Hypoxic brain injury — caused by oxygen deprivation
• Penetrating brain injury

Symptoms That May Indicate a Traumatic Brain Injury

Seek immediate medical attention if you or a family member experiences any of the following after a head injury:

• Loss of consciousness, even briefly
• Confusion, disorientation, or inability to remember the accident
• Persistent headaches
• Nausea or vomiting
• Sensitivity to light or sound
• Memory problems or difficulty concentrating
• Mood changes, irritability, or depression
• Sleep disturbances
• Vision or speech problems
• Personality changes noticed by family members

Brain injuries that go undiagnosed and untreated worsen over time. If you have any of these symptoms following an accident, see a doctor immediately and contact our office.

Common Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries

• Car and truck accidents — the leading cause of TBI in the United States
• Motorcycle crashes
• 18-wheeler and commercial vehicle accidents
• Slip and fall accidents
• Workplace accidents and falls from heights
• Sports and recreational accidents
• Medical malpractice — including chiropractic negligence
• Assault and violent crimes

How Insurance Companies Fight TBI Claims

Insurance companies assign their most experienced adjusters and defense attorneys to traumatic brain injury cases — because the money at stake is significant. Their most common tactics include:

Arguing that your imaging appears normal. A normal CT scan does not mean no brain injury. Paul Previte counters with neuropsychological testing, functional MRI, and expert testimony from neurologists who can explain the gap between imaging and actual injury.

Claiming your symptoms are psychological rather than physical. This is a standard defense tactic designed to minimize the value of your claim. We retain neuropsychological experts who document the organic basis of your symptoms.

Arguing pre-existing conditions. If you had any prior head injury, mental health history, or learning disability, the insurance company will try to attribute your current symptoms to those conditions. Paul Previte anticipates this and builds a case that isolates the accident as the cause.

Offering a quick settlement before the full extent of your injuries is known. TBI symptoms often evolve and worsen over months and years. Never settle a brain injury case before you have a complete picture of your long-term prognosis.

Building Your TBI Case

Paul Previte works with a team of medical experts to build traumatic brain injury cases that cannot be minimized. This includes neurologists who establish the diagnosis, neuropsychologists who document cognitive and behavioral deficits, life care planners who calculate the lifetime cost of your injury, and vocational experts who quantify your lost earning capacity. Together these experts present a complete picture of what your brain injury has cost you — and what you are owed.

Damages Available in TBI Cases

Victims of traumatic brain injuries may recover past and future medical expenses including neurological care, cognitive rehabilitation, and long-term care; lost wages and lost earning capacity; physical pain and suffering; mental anguish; physical impairment; loss of enjoyment of life; and in cases involving gross negligence, exemplary damages. Serious TBI cases regularly produce six and seven figure results.

Frequently Asked Questions — Brain Injuries

Q: How much is a traumatic brain injury case worth? TBI cases vary enormously depending on severity, age, occupation, and long-term prognosis. Mild concussion cases may settle for tens of thousands of dollars. Severe TBI cases involving permanent disability can reach seven figures or more. The only way to know what your case is worth is to have an experienced attorney evaluate it. Call 817-335-4357 for a free consultation.

Q: What if my MRI or CT scan came back normal? A normal scan does not mean no injury. Many significant brain injuries do not appear on standard imaging. Neuropsychological testing, functional MRI, and expert medical testimony can establish your injury even when standard imaging is negative.

Q: How long do I have to file a brain injury lawsuit in Texas? Generally two years from the date of the accident under the Texas statute of limitations. Do not wait — evidence deteriorates and witnesses become harder to locate over time. Contact our office immediately.

Q: Can I file a claim if my loved one suffered a fatal brain injury? Yes. If a traumatic brain injury caused death, the family may pursue both a wrongful death claim and a survival action. Contact the The Previte Firm immediately to discuss your options.

Serving Fort Worth and All of North Texas

The Previte Firm represents brain injury victims throughout Texas, including Fort Worth, Haltom City, Arlington, North Richland Hills, Keller, Mansfield, and all surrounding communities in Tarrant, Parker, Hood, Johnson, Dallas, and Denton counties.

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