California Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

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What Is Considered A Catastrophic Injury?

It is generally understood that a catastrophic injury is one that severely injures a plaintiff and leads to long-term, if not permanent, disability and disfigurement. While there is no exact legal definition of “catastrophic injury”, they often entail a difficult recovery process, multiple surgeries, and possibly a lifetime of medical treatment. A plaintiff suffering a catastrophic injury may also be unable to return to work, either in his or her chosen field or any field at all.

Catastrophic Injury Defined

If the injured person will be unable to perform all of life’s functions on a long-term basis, and will require some level of assistance (live-in care, for example), then the injury is likely to be deemed “catastrophic.” Long-term injuries that result in some level of permanent disability and prevent the victim from earning a living (in the same or similar line of work they were in pre-injury) will likely be considered catastrophic.

Catastrophic Injury Examples

Some examples of injuries that might be considered “catastrophic” for purposes of an injury claim include spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), injuries that result in partial or total paralysis, injuries that result in the loss of a limb, severe burn injuries, and injuries that result in disfigurement and significant scarring.

In every personal injury case, the injured person is entitled to damages — meaning compensation for all losses stemming from the injuries and their impact. Damages are not only much higher in a catastrophic injury case, but the facts and arguments needed to prove the extent of those damages are more complex, which is why discussing the case with an experienced personal injury attorney in California is necessary.

How Soon After My Catastrophic Accident Should I Call a Personal Injury Attorney?

If you have a catastrophic injury, you should consult a personal injury lawyer with experience in catastrophic injuries as soon as possible. The attorneys at Injury Legal Firm are available to take your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (866) LAW-1114.

Valuable evidence that can be used to prove liability and damages may become unavailable within days of your injury. Our lawyers will perform an immediate investigation into the cause of your injuries. We will identify all potentially liable parties, handle correspondence with the defendant and insurance company, calculate your damages, and help you avoid critical mistakes.

There are also strict deadlines for filing personal injury and catastrophic injury lawsuits. If the deadline passes, your case will almost certainly be dismissed. It is important to contact a boat accident lawyer as soon as possible.

Contact Our Catastrophic Accident Law Firm Today to See How We Can Help You!

The path to a fair settlement is riddled with legal hurdles that can be difficult to overcome without the guidance of a personal injury attorney with experience in catastrophic injuries. The lawyers at Injury Legal Firm provide aggressive legal representation to victims of personal injury and catastrophic injuries throughout California.

We are well-versed in the laws that govern catastrophic injury claims, and we will use our extensive knowledge and resources to help you fight for the highest possible compensation. Call us today at (866) LAW-1114 or contact us to schedule a free case assessment.