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San Diego Brain Injury Attorney

A traumatic brain injury can affect memory, concentration, judgment, mood, communication, and the ability to work or live independently. Some injuries are immediately apparent. Others become clearer only as symptoms persist and family members, coworkers, and medical providers begin to recognize meaningful changes.

Hulburt Law Firm represents people and families in San Diego brain injury cases arising from vehicle crashes, dangerous property conditions, construction incidents, defective products, and unsafe roadways. We investigate how the injury occurred, develop the medical and life-impact evidence, and pursue accountability from every responsible party.

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Brain Injury Cases We Handle

The evidence needed to prove a brain injury claim depends heavily on how the injury occurred. We investigate both the underlying incident and the full effect of the injury, identifying every person, company, property owner, manufacturer, or public entity that may be responsible.

Brain Injury Attorneys

Brain injury cases are rarely proved by a diagnosis alone. They require a careful investigation of how the injury occurred and clear evidence showing how the injury has affected memory, concentration, behavior, employment, relationships, independence, and future needs.

Conor Hulburt has recovered more than $150 million for clients in catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and defective-product cases. In May 2025, he served as lead trial counsel in Quiroz v. Caltrans and obtained a $28,163,528 jury verdict for a child seriously injured in a dangerous crosswalk. His advocacy has earned recognition from Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, Best of the Bar, and Martindale-Hubbell, which awarded him its AV Preeminent rating. He has also served in leadership roles with several San Diego legal organizations.

Conor and Leslie Hulburt founded Hulburt Law Firm to represent people and families facing serious injuries and wrongful death. They develop each case through detailed investigation, medical and life-impact evidence, qualified expert analysis when needed, and preparation for litigation and trial. This approach is particularly important when an insurance company disputes causation, points to normal imaging, attributes symptoms to a preexisting condition, or minimizes a concussion as a minor injury.

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Brain Injury Case Results

The following verdict and settlements include brain injury cases arising from dangerous roadways, vehicle collisions, and unsafe property conditions. Every case is different, and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

$28,163,528

Dangerous Road

Jury verdict against Caltrans for a 13-year-old boy who suffered a catastrophic brain injury after he was struck by a vehicle while using a dangerous crosswalk.

$5,250,000

Car Accident

Settlement for a client who suffered brain and spinal injuries in a collision on Interstate 5 in San Diego.

$3,175,850

Premises Liability

Settlement against a San Diego apartment building owner that failed to maintain a second-story guardrail, causing a woman to fall and suffer a severe brain injury.

$3,100,000

Child Brain Injury

Settlement against an apartment complex that failed to address dangerous second-story window seats, resulting in a toddler falling through a window and suffering a severe brain injury.

$1,550,000

Bicycle Accident

Settlement for a North San Diego County cyclist who suffered serious head and brain injuries after a negligent driver swerved across multiple lanes and struck him from behind.

$1,500,000

Dangerous Road

Settlement against Caltrans and others for a cyclist who was struck from behind on State Route 67 and suffered a severe traumatic brain injury.

If I ever had a family member injured and needed legal assistance, I would call Conor.
Past Client
Conor is definitely the kind of attorney you want on your side: smart, focused, and relentless.
Patrick C.
I would highly recommend Conor for his outstanding service and attention to detail.
Trevor J.
Needing an attorney is daunting and stressful. Make it easier on yourself. Give Conor a call.
John D.
Conor is a thorough, thoughtful, and tenacious litigator who does everything he can to help his clients.
Opposing Counsel
His skill and talent in presenting cases at mediation and working them up has resulted in some of the largest settlement results this year. I can’t think of a better young attorney in San Diego right now than Conor Hulburt.
Local Mediator
Absolutely wonderful, patient and really puts effort into your case. Conor went out of his way to make sure we were taken care of.
Jasmine C.
I was very happy working with Conor and would recommend him to anyone. With him, you're in good hands.
Liz F.
Compassionate, trustworthy, and fights for justice — Conor is the real deal.
J. Quiroz
The Hulburt Law Firm represented my family after a tragic fatal roadway incident. Their firm was compassionate and sensitive. We would highly recommend them.
Dianne T.
Finding Conor was truly a blessing. We are so grateful for his compassion, dedication, and support throughout the entire process.
Deisy Q.
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank the Hulburt law firm for everything you have done for our family throughout the wrongful death lawsuit. This has been an incredibly difficult time for us, and your professionalism, compassion, and dedication made a meaningful difference every step of the way.
Linda S.

How a San Diego Brain Injury Case Works

01

Brain Injury Case Review

During your free case review, we listen to how the injury occurred, what symptoms you or your family have observed, and how those symptoms are affecting work, school, relationships, and daily life. We review any available accident reports, photographs, video, medical records, imaging, and insurance correspondence and explain whether we may be able to help. There is no obligation to hire the firm.

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Early Investigation

Once retained, we act promptly to investigate the incident and preserve evidence before it disappears. Depending on the case, this may include obtaining surveillance or traffic-camera footage, documenting the scene, inspecting vehicles or products, interviewing witnesses, securing electronic data, and requesting police, incident, maintenance, or inspection records.

03

Proving Liability

We determine how the incident occurred and identify every person, company, property owner, contractor, manufacturer, or public entity that may be legally responsible. The investigation may involve accident reconstruction, engineering or safety analysis, product testing, industry standards, building codes, company records, and testimony from witnesses and experts.

04

Proving Damages

We evaluate the full effect of the brain injury, including past medical expenses, future treatment and rehabilitation, lost income, reduced earning capacity, caregiving needs, loss of independence, and the injury’s effect on relationships and quality of life. Severe cases may require input from life-care planners, vocational experts, economists, and other qualified professionals.

05

Settlement Negotiations

We present the liability, medical, and life-impact evidence to the responsible parties and their insurers. When the defense argues that symptoms are unrelated, preexisting, exaggerated, or merely a minor concussion, we respond with the evidence developed throughout the case. We explain any settlement offers, answer the client’s questions, and provide the information needed to make an informed decision.

06

Litigation and Trial

When a fair resolution cannot be reached, we are prepared to file a lawsuit and pursue the case through litigation and trial. This may include written discovery, depositions, expert examinations, motions, mediation, and testimony from treating providers and retained experts. At trial, we present the evidence in a clear and understandable way so the jury can see not only how the brain injury occurred, but how it has changed the client’s abilities, relationships, work, independence, and future.

Real client stories

A Failed Guardrail Caused a Severe Brain Injury

The Harm

A young woman was standing on a second-story landing at a San Diego apartment complex when she was pushed during an altercation. When she struck the guardrail, it collapsed, causing her to fall headfirst to the ground. She suffered a severe and life-changing traumatic brain injury.

The apartment owner and property manager denied responsibility, arguing that the person who pushed her was entirely to blame.

The Truth

The altercation did not explain why the guardrail failed. Investigation showed that termites and dry rot had severely damaged the railing. Video taken after the property defendants attempted to repair it also showed that the railing remained loose and prone to failure.

This evidence supported a premises liability claim against the apartment owner and property manager for failing to inspect, maintain, and repair the dangerous guardrail.

Justice

After the evidence established the dangerous condition and the property defendants’ role in causing the fall, the case resolved for $3,175,850.

A serious brain injury may involve more than one responsible party. If you or a family member has suffered a concussion or traumatic brain injury, request a free brain injury case review.

California Brain Injury Law: Liability, Compensation & Deadlines

California brain injury claims are governed by the law applicable to the incident that caused the injury. A case arising from a vehicle collision, unsafe property, defective product, construction accident, or dangerous public roadway may involve different legal standards and responsible parties. In every case, the evidence must connect the defendant’s conduct to the brain injury and document the resulting losses.

The Hulburt Law Difference

In-Depth Investigations

We investigate how the incident occurred, preserve critical evidence, identify every responsible party, and work with qualified experts when needed.

Tech-Forward Approach

We use modern technology to organize complex evidence, explain brain injuries clearly, and present the case effectively to insurers, opposing counsel, and juries.

Maximum Compensation

We evaluate the full value of the claim, including medical care, rehabilitation, lost earnings, future support, caregiving needs, and diminished quality of life.

The Right Experience

Conor Hulburt has recovered more than $150 million in catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and defective-product cases. We prepare serious cases with litigation and trial in mind.

Genuine Care

We handle a limited number of serious cases so clients receive personal attention, meaningful communication, and direct access to their attorneys.

Brain Injury FAQs

Serving Clients Across San Diego County

Hulburt Law Firm proudly serves brain injury victims throughout San Diego County, providing experienced legal guidance, compassionate support, and aggressive advocacy to help clients recover maximum compensation for injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term impacts.

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Request a Free Case Review

Simply fill out the form or call 619.821.0500 to receive a free case review. We’ll evaluate what happened, your injuries, and potential defendants to determine how we can best help you.

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