Understanding Your Rights Following a Catastrophic Injury

Catastrophic injuries, whether they are caused by a motor vehicle accident, a work-related accident, or some other avoidable incident, can lead to irreversible, life-changing consequences for victims and their family members. It is easy to feel hopeless after suffering a catastrophic injury or seeing a loved one coping with permanent disability because of an accident caused by someone else’s negligence or reckless actions, but it is not hopeless. If you or someone in your family has suffered a catastrophic injury and you believe someone else is to blame, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation as a result of your injuries. Our personal injury attorneys at Robert Brown Law understand the devastation a catastrophic injury can cause for victims and their loved ones, and we are prepared to stand by your side and fight for your right to compensation. Our competent and compassionate attorneys are just a phone call away, so don’t hesitate to ask for help.

Any injury that causes permanent impairment or disfigurement or leaves the victim in need of lifelong care may fall under the category of catastrophic injury.

Catastrophic Injuries that May Qualify for Compensation

The term “catastrophic injury” covers a wide range of serious, life-changing injuries, from spinal cord injuries to traumatic brain injuries, paralysis, amputation injuries, and more. This type of significant harm can occur as a result of a motor vehicle accident, a boating accident, a workplace accident, a defective product-related incident, or any other accident or occasion where another person or party is reckless or fails to act in a reasonably safe manner, causing or contributing to the victim’s injuries.

Any injury that causes permanent impairment or disfigurement or leaves the victim in need of lifelong care may fall under the category of catastrophic injury. And in any situation where this type of injury occurs because of another person’s actions or failure to act, the injured victim may have a negligence claim against that person. For instance, a car accident victim may suffer an amputation injury in a collision with another driver who is under the influence of alcohol. If you find yourself in this situation, you may have grounds to file a personal injury claim against the other driver, so long as you (or, more likely, your attorney) can prove that the other driver’s negligence caused your injuries and that you have suffered damages as a result of those injuries (i.e. medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, etc.).

Why We Recommend Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

In terms of personal injury, catastrophic injury claims typically merit a higher level of compensation than standard personal injury claims. If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury and you plan to pursue a legal claim, the best way to ensure that you maximize your recovery and hold the allegedly negligent person appropriately accountable for your injuries is to hire a knowledgeable catastrophic injury attorney to represent your case. At Robert Brown Law, we know how stressful and confusing it can be to file an accident claim, especially in the aftermath of a catastrophic injury, which can present endless unique challenges. With our skilled personal injury attorneys on your side, you can focus on your recovery and let our legal team get to work making your case as strong as possible.