Recent Events

  • Jury awards injured 61 year old railroad conductor over twice BNSF's pre-trial offer. Read more about this railroad case.
  • Another victory for railroad workers. On November 20, 2009, Clint McGuire and Jeff Todd of the Law Firm of Alton C. Todd obtained a jury verdict against Morales Trucking on behalf of Reginald Jackson, a locomotive engineer for BNSF Railway Company, and James Jefferson, a conductor for the BNSF Railway Company, for injuries sustained when the engine they occupied collided with a dump truck on the tracks at a railroad crossing. Read more about this railroad case.
  • On November 17, 2009, Jeff Todd of the Law Firm of Alton C. Todd successfully settled the case of a toddler that sustained a serious burn on her arm while being supervised at an area day care. Read more about this burn injury case.
  • Clint McGuire of the Law Firm of Alton C. Todd recently filed suit in Beaumont, Texas against the BNSF in connection with a fall at a Beaumont yard. Read more on this railroad case. 
  • On the evening of September 10, 2009, Nari and Alton Todd hosted the Texas Bar Foundation Reception at their home in Friendswood, Texas. It was an evening of great fun and food that was attended by judges and prominent attorneys from the area. It was also a welcome event for two of the Foundation's newest Fellows, Clint McGuire and Jeff Todd of the Law Firm of Alton C. Todd. Read more on this event.
  • Alton C. Todd was recently recognized and honored as the Alum of the Month for the Department of Political Science at the University of North Texas. Read more 
  • On October 13, 2007, at the Spring Meeting of the American College of Trial Lawyers, Alton C. Todd was inducted as a Fellow in one of the premier legal associations in America for trial lawyers. Read more on this event.

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Brain Injury / Spinal Cord Injury

Houston, Texas Brain Injury Lawyers

The costs associated with brain injuries and spinal cord damage is substantial. Typically, victims of brain and spinal cord injuries require ongoing medical treatment that can involve years of in-home nursing care, extensive physical therapy and permanent disability. At the law office of Alton C. Todd, our attorneys work closely with medical economists and life care planners to determine the financial impact of a spinal cord or brain injury to our client. We consider the potential for future medical complications that are often associated with spinal cord injury victims. When insurers question the injuries or needs of our client, our attorneys consult recognized medical experts who can explain and verify the medical condition of accident victims.

We can help you secure the compensation you require for your current and future medical needs. To schedule a free consultation, contact spinal cord/brain injury attorneys at The Law Firm of Alton C. Todd today.

Accidents Involving Traumatic Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Damage

The law office of Alton C. Todd represents clients suffering from brain injuries and spinal cord damage due to:

Planning for Your Future Medical Needs

Our attorneys also assist clients after a settlement or award has been determined, explaining what they need to do to establish a special needs trust. A special needs trust allows you to set aside settlement or award money in a fund that is exempt when determining Medicaid eligibility. Depending on the structure and specifics of a special needs trust, some portion of it may also be exempt from taxation. Our attorneys can explain the options available and refer you to an experienced estate planning lawyer who can establish a special needs trust custom-tailored for you. 

For Additional Information, Contact the Law Office of Alton C. Todd

Our office provides free consultations to evaluate your case and explain how we can help. For more information about our practice and how we can help you recover compensation for to your needs, contact spinal/brain injury attorneys at The Law Firm of Alton C. Todd today.