About Dane M. Watson
Dane M. Watson is a Super Lawyers-honored attorney at Benson & Bingham Accident Injury Lawyers handling traumatic brain injury cases throughout Southern Nevada. He pursues comprehensive compensation for TBI victims including future medical care, rehabilitation, and lost earning capacity. Watson handles brain injury cases on a no-win-no-fee basis as part of a firm that has recovered over $600 million for Nevada injury clients.
Practice Overview: Brain Injury in Nevada
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) occur in car accidents, slip and falls, sports injuries, and workplace accidents throughout the Las Vegas metro. TBIs range from mild concussions to severe injuries causing permanent cognitive impairment, personality changes, memory loss, and inability to work. Brain injury cases require medical experts — neurologists, neuropsychologists, and life care planners — to document the full extent of harm and project lifetime care costs. Nevada law (NRS 41.130) entitles TBI victims to full compensation for all damages caused by another's negligence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the symptoms of a traumatic brain injury after a Nevada accident?
TBI symptoms vary by severity: mild TBI (concussion) includes headaches, confusion, dizziness, memory problems, and sleep disturbances. Moderate to severe TBI can cause loss of consciousness, seizures, cognitive deficits, behavioral changes, speech problems, and permanent disability. Many TBI symptoms are not immediately apparent — seek medical evaluation promptly after any head trauma, even if you feel okay at the scene. Delayed diagnosis is common and can affect your legal claim.
How much is a brain injury case worth in Nevada?
TBI damages can be substantial because injuries are often permanent and affect every aspect of life. Recoverable damages include: all past and future medical expenses (emergency care, surgery, rehabilitation, long-term care), lost wages and future earning capacity, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, cognitive impairment damages, and family member loss-of-consortium claims. Cases involving severe TBI with permanent disability and significant lost earnings can result in multi-million dollar verdicts or settlements.
What evidence is critical in a Nevada brain injury case?
Key evidence includes: CT scans and MRI imaging showing brain damage, neuropsychological testing documenting cognitive deficits, medical records from all treating physicians, testimony from neurologists and neuropsychologists, life care planner reports projecting future medical costs, vocational experts calculating lost earning capacity, and witness accounts of behavioral and personality changes since the injury. An experienced TBI attorney coordinates all of these experts.
How long do I have to file a brain injury lawsuit in Nevada?
Nevada's personal injury statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of injury (NRS 11.190). For minors, the limitations period does not begin until age 18. In some circumstances involving delayed symptom onset, the discovery rule may extend the deadline. Contact a brain injury attorney immediately — early medical documentation and evidence preservation are critical to a successful TBI claim.
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