A catastrophic injury is a medical condition or injury that is so severe it impacts the victim’s ability to live their life, results in significant medical bills, and causes considerable financial troubles. If you’ve sustained a catastrophic injury in an accident caused by another party, you’ll need a skilled lawyer to help you pursue justice and financial remedies.
A Glastonbury catastrophic injury lawyer from Claggett, Sykes & Garza can seek compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain, and more. They’ll also explain what a catastrophic injury is and advise you on your best course of legal action. Let’s further discuss what qualifies as a catastrophic injury and how an attorney can help you recuperate.
Catastrophic Injuries You Can Sustain From an Accident
Auto accidents, premises liability incidents, and other hazardous situations can result in a variety of different life-altering injuries. You may have grounds for a legal claim if you’ve suffered one or more of the following catastrophic injuries in an accident:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Spinal cord injury
- Amputation
- Severe burns
- Multiple fractures
- Organ damage
- Paralysis
- Eye injury
- Disfigurement
- Crush injuries
- Neck and back injuries
If you’ve sustained one of the above-listed catastrophic injuries, you’re probably dealing with severe pain, costly medical bills, emotional suffering, and a number of other losses. To get the financial resources you need to manage the current and future effects of your injury, consider getting in touch with a skilled personal injury lawyer ASAP.
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Signs that You’ve Sustained a Catastrophic Injury in an Accident
Now that you know more about what a catastrophic injury is, it’s time to familiarize yourself with the symptoms these types of conditions cause. Knowing what signs to look out for after an accident can help you get medical treatment to prevent further complications and potentially save your life.
Seek medical care from a hospital or urgent care ASAP if you notice any of the following symptoms after a serious accident:
- Memory loss
- Paralysis
- Chronic pain
- Disorientation
- Vision impairment
- Hearing loss
- Breathing difficulty
- Loss of coordination
- Seizures
- Speech impediments
- Cognitive impairment
- Numbness
- Migraines
- Muscle spasms
- Sleep disturbances
- Emotional instability
- Limited mobility
- Swelling
- Skin discoloration
- Sensory loss
Accidents that Can Result in Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injuries are often caused by severe auto accidents but can also result from a variety of other incidents. You’ll want to seek legal representation if you suffered a severe injury in one of the following incidents:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Truck accidents
- Medical malpractice incidents
- Premises liability incidents
- Product liability incidents
If you or a loved one has been involved in one of these incidents, there’s a chance that the incident resulted in a catastrophic injury. If that’s the case for you, a skilled attorney can help you pursue the damages you need to preserve your health and cope with lasting health effects.
Sadly, some catastrophic injuries can be fatal. If your loved one has passed away due to severe injuries suffered in an accident, a wrongful death lawyer can help you fight for the compensation you need to cover burial expenses, pay your loved one’s end-of-life medical bills, cope with the mental anguish you’re experiencing, and deal with other losses.
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Compensation You Could Receive From a Catastrophic Injury Claim
Catastrophic injuries can leave you with chronic pain, mobility issues, and a number of other negative outcomes that could last for years or the rest of your life. To combat the effects of your injury, you’ll want to work with a trusted attorney to seek compensation.
If your claim or civil suit is successful, you could receive a wide array of life-changing financial remedies. Depending on how your injury has impacted your life and is expected to impact you in the future, you could receive several or more of the following damages from a winning claim:
Economic Damages
The economic damages you receive from a claim can be used to cover your emergency medical expenses and any future treatment costs you’re expected to incur. Your attorney can work with medical professionals to determine how much it will cost to manage your injury down the road.
Economic damages can also compensate for income-related losses, including lost wages and loss of future income. If your vehicle or another piece of your property was damaged or destroyed in the incident, these damages can be used to repair or replace your property.
Non-Economic Damages
Catastrophic injuries can be incredibly traumatic and impact your emotional state for years. Fortunately, a successful claim can give you access to the non-economic damages you need to cope with your emotional distress and diminished quality of life. These damages can also compensate for any physical pain and suffering you experience due to your injuries.
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Schedule a Free Consultation With a Catastrophic Injury Attorney Today
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584 gives you two years from the date of your accident to file a catastrophic injury lawsuit. That’s why you’ll want to meet with an experienced attorney and get started on your case ASAP. Doing so can help you get the counsel you need to navigate this challenging time and increase your chances of receiving fair compensation.
Contact Claggett, Sykes & Garza today to schedule a free consultation with a knowledgeable lawyer. They’ll further explain what a catastrophic injury is, determine if you have grounds for a claim, and potentially fight for the damages you need to move forward with your life.
