Brain Injury Lawyer in Hobbs

Former Defense Insight & Trial Preparation for Brain Injury Claims

Brain injury claims can turn on detailed medical evidence, future care needs, and disputes about how the injury affects work and daily life. We bring trial preparation and former defense experience to those issues. Founded in 2022 to advocate for people who can’t defend themselves, our firm is led by Joel Simon and Ryan Perdue.

What sets our representation apart:

• Proven Results: Joel Simon has recovered millions for injured clients, including a $10,500,000 brain injury result. These outcomes aren’t a guarantee of recovery, but they reflect serious preparation and advocacy.
• Former Defense Background: Before representing injured people, our attorneys defended major oil and gas companies, including BP and Conoco. That perspective shapes how we evaluate insurer strategies and prepare claims for catastrophic injury cases.
• Trial Readiness: We prepare cases for trial rather than relying on settlement pressure alone.
• Direct Access: Our attorneys provide clients with personal cell phone numbers, available 24/7, so you can reach us when questions arise.
• Seasoned Judgment and Clear Communication: Ryan Perdue has handled thousands of cases across his career. We explain legal options in plain terms so clients can make informed decisions at every stage.

The Legal Process for Brain Injury Claims in Hobbs

A brain injury claim involves more than filing paperwork. The process begins with preserving evidence and building a complete picture of what happened and how the injury has affected the victim’s life. Evidence may include incident reports, photographs, witness information, medical records, diagnostic imaging, treatment notes, employment records, and documentation of changes in daily functioning.

Our firm investigates the circumstances of the injury, reviews available evidence, and prepares claims for negotiation or trial. Our former defense work informs how we evaluate the strategies that insurers and corporate defendants commonly use in serious injury cases. A brain injury claim may require separating the immediate effects of the injury from future rehabilitation, care, lost earning capacity, and household-support needs.

Civil cases in Hobbs that exceed $10,000 are handled in Lea County District Court, which is part of New Mexico’s Fifth Judicial District. Claims under $10,000 may proceed in Hobbs Magistrate Court. The applicable filing deadline for a brain injury claim in New Mexico can vary depending on the claim type, the defendant, and whether any exceptions apply. We review those details during the initial case evaluation so clients understand their timeline.

Common Causes of Brain Injuries in Hobbs

Brain injuries can occur without a visible head wound. A person may initially appear alert while still experiencing a concussion or other traumatic brain injury, which is one reason medical evaluation matters even when the injury isn’t obvious at first.

• Car Accidents: High-impact collisions produce forces that can cause the head and brain to move rapidly, resulting in traumatic brain injury even without a direct blow to the head.
• Construction and Worksite Incidents: Falls from height, falling equipment, and vehicle rollovers on active job sites can produce serious head trauma.
• Sports-Related Injuries: Concussions and traumatic brain injuries can occur in contact sports and recreational activities when impacts aren’t recognized and treated promptly.
• Slip and Fall Accidents: Falls on poorly maintained floors, sidewalks, and parking areas can cause head injuries in public and private spaces.
• Oilfield Accidents: Workers in oilfield environments face risks of head injuries from falling equipment, explosions, vehicle rollovers, and unsafe worksites.

Claims may involve more than one potentially responsible party depending on the facts. A driver, employer, property owner, contractor, or equipment manufacturer may bear responsibility, and one or more insurers may provide coverage. We evaluate the full scope of liability as part of our case review.

How Our Brain Injury Attorneys Evaluate Your Case

After an accident in Hobbs, many people are unsure whether they have a viable legal claim or what their case might involve over time. When you meet with our brain injury attorneys, we look closely at how and where the injury occurred, which parties may be responsible, and what medical documentation reflects about your condition. This initial review helps you understand whether a claim is worth pursuing and what evidence will be most important to preserve.

We also examine how the brain injury has changed your daily life, including time away from work in the oilfields around Lea County, impacts on family responsibilities, and the type of care your doctors expect you to need in the future. By comparing these real-world effects with New Mexico personal injury law and the way insurers typically defend serious cases, our attorneys can outline realistic goals, potential timelines, and the next steps so you can decide how you want to move forward.

Local Support for Brain Injury Victims in Hobbs

Recovery from a brain injury often involves multiple types of care over an extended period. Depending on the injury, that may include emergency treatment, follow-up medical appointments, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, cognitive rehabilitation, or other services. The path looks different for each person.

Family members often play an important role by documenting changes in memory, behavior, communication, sleep, mobility, and daily functioning. Those observations can be valuable both for treating healthcare providers and for building a legal claim that reflects the injury’s documented impact. We can help clients understand how their medical treatment and rehabilitation records connect to the legal process, while healthcare providers make the determinations about diagnosis and care. If you or a loved one experiences emergency warning signs such as worsening headache, repeated vomiting, seizures, slurred speech, or severe confusion, seek immediate medical care rather than waiting for a legal consultation.

Recognizing Symptoms & Long-Term Effects of Brain Injuries

Many people don’t realize that the signs of a brain injury may not appear right away. Early symptoms such as headaches, confusion, dizziness, or memory problems may appear hours or days after the injury. More severe injuries might cause trouble speaking, vision problems, seizures, or even loss of movement or sensation. As the CDC notes, concussion symptoms can affect how a person feels, thinks, acts, or sleeps, and may include fatigue, concentration problems, irritability, sadness, anxiety, and sleep changes. Medical providers should evaluate persistent, worsening, or concerning symptoms.

Over time, some people face chronic pain, sleep disruption, or changes in how they interact with others at work and home. Careful documentation of these changes can support a claim for current and future needs. We consider how symptoms affect employment, family responsibilities, daily activities, and anticipated future care when evaluating what a claim should address.

Dealing with Insurance Companies After a Brain Injury

Insurance communications and requests for recorded statements or medical authorizations can affect how a claim is evaluated and should be handled thoughtfully.

Key issues that often arise during insurance negotiations include:

• Early settlement offers that may not reflect long-term rehabilitation and care needs
• Disputes over the scope or severity of the diagnosed injury
• Requests for information or medical authorizations that can feel overwhelming during recovery
• Disagreements about future care costs and lost earning capacity

At Simon Perdue Law, our experience defending large oil and gas companies gives us direct insight into how corporate opponents and their insurers evaluate serious injury claims. We negotiate with insurers and prepare serious injury cases for litigation when appropriate. The value of any claim depends on liability, medical evidence, damages, applicable insurance, and the specific facts of the case. Before you accept an early offer, we can review whether it accounts for the injury’s medical, financial, and daily effects.