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Catastrophic injuries are serious, long-term injuries that have terrible, endless consequences for those affected. Spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries, burns, and amputations are just a few examples of such injuries. The injuries themselves result in continuing, massive expenses to the victim and family, far beyond what anyone could ever imagine.
THE ECONOMIC DAMAGE CAUSED BY A CATASTROPHIC INJURY CAN INCLUDE:
Catastrophic injuries can result from all types of accidents. Our Mission personal injury attorneys have represented victims injured in terrible truck accidents to passengers who fell onto train tracks and were run over by trains, to victims of animal attacks, violent rapes and assaults, victims of elevator accidents and construction accidents.
CATASTROPHIC INJURIES CAN HAPPEN AS A RESULT OF ANY TYPE OF NEGLIGENCE, INCLUDING:
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The loss of a limb, lengthy hospital stays, burns, the wrongful death of the family wage earner, the death of a parent or spouse, surgery gone wrong, brain damage—all require a depth of knowledge and understanding you may not have. We can help you. WE HAVE WORKED TOGETHER FOR ALMOST 20 YEARS, HANDLING IN THAT TIME THOUSANDS OF CASES. Our firm has represented our clients at all levels of the Mission court system: at the trial levels and on appeal.
We know how to prepare your case so that every aspect of it is explained and understood. If specialists are needed to evaluate injuries and their impact on your life, like rehabilitation and life-care experts, or experts are needed to determine your ability to work and economic loss, or accident reconstruction experts and engineers are needed to determine how an accident happened and who is responsible, we know who to hire. Call the Osiris A. Gonzalez Law Firm today to discuss your case with a Mission personal injury lawyer.
CONTACT OUR FIRM FOR THE KNOWLEDGEABLE ADVICE YOU NEED. GET STARTED WITH A FREE CASE EVALUATION.
Take action now. Call our firm at 956-855-5555, or email us directly to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your injury, accident situation and any questions you may have about how we can help you assert your legal rights to compensation.
There are multiple types of catastrophic injuries. Many of which are very painful with possible debilitating consequences.
Our Q & A is a helpful resource for anyone who has suffered a catastrophic injury or wants to learn more about the legal process surrounding these types of injuries. Below you’ll find valuable information on a range of topics, from insurance claims to personal injury lawsuits.
How are catastrophic injuries different from other injury claims?
Because of the serious nature of catastrophic injuries, they often lead to more complicated legal battles and larger settlements or verdicts. Compensation for a catastrophic injury cases should include past and future medical expenses, lost wages, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering. Expert medical, care planning, and forensic economic testimony is often used to support the claim and help the injured person plan for the future. Because of the large monetary care needs, the amount offered in settlement should be much greater when the injuries suffered are catastrophic.
Who is liable for the damages?
The person or party responsible for a catastrophic injury can be held accountable for the victim’s losses. For example, careless drivers can face liability for the injuries they cause while distracted, impaired or speeding. Property owners can be held accountable for the catastrophic injuries that happen on their premises. Product manufacturers can be held financially responsible for the injuries their defective products cause.
How Much Time Do I Have to Hire a Catastrophic Injury Attorney?
For the majority of states in the United States, the statute of limitations is two years on injury lawsuits, in most cases. This means that you or your injured loved ones have two years from the date of the injury to file.
However, you should consult a lawyer as soon as possible after your catastrophic accident. Reaching out to an attorney quickly allows you to start on the many preliminary steps required before filing a lawsuit. Working quickly also allows your attorney to preserve as much evidence to support your case as possible.
You can’t afford to wait to get the help you need. In the wake of a serious injury, the days and weeks that follow will be critical to getting your compensation. A catastrophic injury attorney can guide you through the process and help connect you with the resources you need while fighting on your behalf as you recover.
