What Kind of Injuries Qualify as Catastrophic?

Catastrophic injuries significantly (and frequently permanently) impair the bodily functions and health of the victim. For survivors, going back to work may not be an option because of the severe deterioration in the quality of life and well-being they and their families have experienced. The three following categories best describe the majority of catastrophic injuries:

• Closed and Open Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
• Crushing Head Injuries
• Serious Burns
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Paralysis (Tetraplegia, Paraplegia, and Triplegia)
• Amputations

Although medical knowledge frequently saves the lives of people who have suffered catastrophic injuries, it can’t always return them to full health, cognition, and mobility. People who suffer catastrophic injuries need to adjust to a new normal that includes daily life, ongoing care, therapy maintenance, family support, and a significant financial commitment.

Frequent Causes Of Catastrophic Injuries

The majority of catastrophic injuries happen suddenly and without warning. The common causes of catastrophic injuries, which are frequently the result of another party’s negligence or recklessness, are as follows:

• Motor Vehicle Accidents (Including Car Accidents)
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Bicycle Accidents
• Pedestrian Accidents
• Bus Accidents
• Boat Accidents
• Train Accidents
• Rideshare Accidents
• Workplace Accidents
• Amusement Park Accident
• Commercial Vehicle Accident
• Cruise Ship Accident
• Premises Liability (Including Slip and Fall Accidents)
• Dangerous or Defective Products
• Battery Explosions

Who May Be Held Accountable for Catastrophic Accidents?

Due to California’s laws and statutes governing comparative negligence, multiple people may be held accountable when careless or irresponsible behavior results in severe injury. Without a thorough investigation of your case by a catastrophic injury law firm, all the people or organizations who caused the damages might not be held accountable for their deeds.

Drivers – Because catastrophic injuries are typical in motor vehicle accidents, the other driver (or drivers) may be at fault.

Vehicle owners – Think hard before lending your car to a friend. If your friend is involved in an accident while driving your vehicle, you may be held accountable for a catastrophic injury action.

Employers – If an employee harms a victim on the job, their employer may have contributed to the circumstances that resulted in catastrophic injuries.

Premises Liability and Slip and Fall – These claims are frequently the results of the careless activities of companies, homeowners, and renters.

Manufacturers – Any corporation responsible for manufacturing, delivering, and selling a defective product that causes catastrophic injuries may be held liable in the end.

If you or someone you care about has been catastrophically injured, you’ve already endured enough—get the help you need and the compensation you deserve from The Law Offices of CAWISE LAWYERS catastrophic injury lawyers.

How Much Does a Catastrophic Injury Cost?

Following a tragic event, a life care plan is created that details the victim’s current and future medical demands and costs. The injured victim’s unique needs are outlined, along with details of the services, support, equipment, and cost of care arising from the survivor’s injuries.

The following are the costs of catastrophic injuries covered by a life care plan:

• Medical Care Now and in the Future
• Mental Health Services in the Present and Future
• Expenses for Home Healthcare
• Wheelchair Accessibility (that is one example of home modification)
• Transportation Costs (such as a handicapped van and medical equipment)
• Other Special Assistance, Devices, or Accommodations

With their life care plan, catastrophic injury victims can accurately determine the worth of their claim and improve their quality of life through the finest settlement or award possible. The catastrophic injury lawyers in California at The Law Offices of CAWISE LAWYERS can develop a life care plan and start you on your road to recovery.

What Compensation Are Catastrophic Injury Survivors Entitled To?

When the injuries are caused by another person or entity’s negligent, reckless, or intentional behavior, the compensation payable to catastrophic injury survivors is likely to be large. Don’t allow the insurance company to undervalue your claim! Depending on the facts of your case, you may be entitled to the following compensation:

Past and future medical treatment, past and future wage losses, essential repairs, renovations, replacements, and housing or vehicle modifications are all examples of specific damages.

Physical pain and suffering, emotional distress, permanent disability or disfigurement, and consortium loss are all general damages.

To prove the defendant(s)’ responsibility and negligence, you and your catastrophic injury lawyer must show the court:

• The defendant has a legal duty of care to you.
• The defendant failed to meet that standard of care.
• You were harmed as a result of the defendant’s actions.

How Can a Catastrophic Injury Lawyer Assist You?

Following a severe or disabling injury, you require medical care and an experienced legal team to take on the obstacles of your case. The Law Offices of CAWISE LAWYERS experienced lawyers handle difficult personal injury matters that other lawyers may have not and that is why experience matters. Our exceptional team of legal professionals will thoroughly investigate your case, organize access and transportation to medical care, and manage all insurance-related paperwork and negotiations.

If you’re trying to recover from a tragic disaster, The Law Offices of CAWISE LAWYERS assistance will be invaluable. We will get you and your family the justice you deserve. Contact us immediately at 818-527-1063 for your FREE case consultation.