If you’ve suffered a severe or life-threatening injury in an accident you didn’t cause, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim. That said, to file a successful claim and obtain the damages you need to pay your medical bills and compensate for other losses, you’ll need a skilled catastrophic injury lawyer from Hartford.
At Claggett, Sykes & Garza, our highly skilled attorneys can take on your case and represent your best interests throughout the legal process. We’ll advise you on how to prove a catastrophic injury and fight for the financial support you need to move forward into a better future.
How a Lawyer Can Prove Your Catastrophic Injury Case
Proving a catastrophic injury case is a difficult process that requires a great deal of legal experience and knowledge. The good news is that a skilled attorney can handle every aspect of your case and prove that you should be compensated for the pain and financial losses you’ve suffered.
Here are the steps an attorney can take to prove your case:
- Investigate your accident and collect important evidence
- Compile medical records to demonstrate the extent of your injuries
- Use evidence to identify the liable party and prove that they owe you damages
- Document financial losses such as medical expenses and lost wages
- Work with medical professionals and other experts to strengthen your case
- Craft compelling legal arguments to present during insurance negotiations and your court case
Gather Evidence
To prove your catastrophic injury case, your attorney must gather evidence to support your case. Depending on your unique circumstances, your lawyer may seek out any of the following forms of evidence:
- Medical records
- Eyewitness testimony
- Accident reports
- Photographs of the accident
- Surveillance footage
- Documents that show income losses
- Statements from accident reconstructionists
- And more
Establish Breach of Duty of Care
One of the most important parts of any catastrophic injury case is a concept known as “duty of care.” A duty of care is a legal obligation, and everyone has to act in a way that protects others from injury.
For example, whenever a driver gets behind the wheel of a car, they owe other motorists and pedestrians a duty of care, which includes driving at a safe speed limit, refraining from impaired driving, paying attention to the road, and engaging in other safe driving behaviors.
To file a successful injury claim, you’ll need an attorney who understands the duty of care and can establish the following elements of your case:
- The offending party owed you a duty of care
- They failed to uphold a reasonable duty of care
- Their breach of the duty of care led to the accident and your injuries
- The incident caused you to suffer financial losses
If a lawyer is able to gather enough evidence to establish these elements, they’ll be able to prove that the at-fault party should be held responsible for your economic and non-economic losses.
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Conditions that Qualify As Catastrophic Injuries
If you’ve suffered a serious injury, you might be wondering if it is considered catastrophic. A catastrophic injury is so extensive that it affects your ability to live your life. It may also result in significant medical expenses, pain, and even emotional distress.
You may be eligible to file a claim if you’ve sustained any of the following types of catastrophic injuries in an accident caused by another party:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Spinal cord injury
- Neck and back injuries
- Severe burns
- Multiple fractures
- Disfigurement
- Crush injuries
- Organ damage
- Paralysis
- Eye injury
- Amputation
If you’re struggling to recover from one of these conditions, you’ll want to reach out to a seasoned attorney soon. A skilled legal representative can investigate your case, prove that you deserve compensation for your catastrophic injury, and fight for justice on your behalf.
Compensation You Can Receive from a Catastrophic Injury Claim
If your lawyer is successful in proving your catastrophic injury case, you could receive several forms of compensation. Based on the effects that your injuries have had on your finances, health, and quality of life, you could receive any of the following damages:
- Medical expenses
- Cost of ambulance transportation and hospital care
- Future medical care costs
- Cost of physical therapy, assistive devices, a prescription medication
- Lost wages
- Decreased earning ability
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Diminished quality of life
These financial remedies can help you get the treatment you need to manage your injuries and cope with lasting medical conditions. They can also help you deal with financial losses related to your injury and give you the support you need to cope with intangible struggles like emotional distress and physical pain.
That said, you’ll need a dedicated attorney to get the compensation you need to get your life back on track. A committed lawyer can prove your case and fight for the financial recovery you deserve.
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Schedule a Free Consultation With a Catastrophic Injury Attorney
As you can see, proving a catastrophic injury case requires a lot of work. Fortunately, the team at Claggett, Sykes & Garza can handle every aspect of your case, giving you the time you need to rest and recuperate.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a catastrophic injury lawyer from our firm. We’ll meet with you to assess your circumstances, explain your legal options, and answer any questions you have about your case.
