Catastrophic injury
A catastrophic injury is a serious injury that affects your quality of life and prevents you from living your life in the same way you would have had the accident not occurred. Some examples of catastrophic injuries include:
- brain damage;
- spinal cord injuries;
- neurological damage;
- amputations;
- orthopedic injuries;
- crush injury;
- burns, scarring, or disfigurement; and
- loss of hearing or sight.
Catastrophic injuries usually require a considerable amount of medical care and financial resources. Catastrophic injuries may not always be permanent, but may take months or even years to heal.
Dealing with and recovering from this type of injury can require not only extensive medical care but also substantial financial support.
Common causes of catastrophic injuries are:
- slip and falls;
- sporting and recreational activities;
- animal attacks;
- falls from heights;
- medical malpractice;
- defective products;
- boating accidents; and
- fires and explosions.
If you have suffered a catastrophic injury as a result of someone else’s negligence, carelessness, or willful misconduct, you may be entitled to damages for your losses including:
- medical costs;
- lost wages and loss of future income;
- loss of household services;
- costs of additional care;
- loss of quality of life;
- pain and suffering; and
- shortened life span.
Our personal injury lawyers are knowledgeable and compassionate. For more information or for assistance with a catastrophic injury, please contact any member of our personal injury team below.