Catastrophic Injury Attorney

What Constitutes as a Catastrophic Injury?

Catastrophic injuries are defined as debilitating injuries that leave victims with not only permanent disabilities, but also serious medical bills and a substantial change to the quality of their everyday lives. From figuring out how to afford around-the-clock care and home modifications to unexpected future medical needs, the victims of such tragedies and their families deserve a team of empathetic attorneys who will advocate for their rights and help them plan for their new normal.

Here at Gillani Law, we understand the severe, life-altering consequences of catastrophic injuries. Our skilled personal injury attorneys are dedicated to supporting our clients through this overwhelming situation.

The Types of Catastrophic Injuries

The term “Catastrophic injuries” refers to a wide array of severe and incapacitating conditions that cause long-term or permanent debilitating effects.

Some of the most common catastrophic injuries include:

Traumatic Brain Injuries (or TBIs for short): These are the result of skull fractures or severe head trauma, and can cause cognitive, motor-function impairments, memory loss, and personality changes. These severe brain injuries are complex and typically require ongoing treatment from a specialized team of medical experts.

Spinal Cord Damage: These injuries can cause nerve damage, partial or complete paralysis, all of which significantly affect mobility and independence. They usually require some type of care services. Paralysis of the arms and legs (quadriplegia) and paralysis of the legs (paraplegia) are considered catastrophic injuries.

Severe Burn Injuries: Extensive burns can lead to permanent scarring, disfigurement, and ongoing medical treatments.

Amputations:  Severely crushed limbs, extremities, digits and other body parts require surgical amputation, prosthetics and rehabilitation.

Multiple Bone Fractures:  Complex breaks can lead to long-term disability, limbs with reduced function, or chronic pain. All of which lead to a diminished quality of life.

Organ Damage: Severe internal organ injuries may require continuous medical attention and surgery in order to prevent potentially fatal damage to vital organs such as the kidneys, heart, brain, lungs, or lungs.

 Legal Rights & Compensation After a Catastrophic Accident

If you've suffered a major physical injury due to an accident caused by someone else's negligence or recklessness, you have the legal right to pursue fair compensation for the damages you've endured. Seeking fair compensation is crucial to help alleviate the financial burden and ensure you receive the resources necessary for you or your loved one’s recovery and long-term well-being.

Fair compensation in such cases can cover a wide range of damages, including:

Medical Expenses: Current and future medical costs, including hospital stays, prescriptions, surgeries, medications, and rehabilitation or physical therapy.

Lost Wages: Compensation for the income lost due to the inability to work and reduced earning capacity.

Pain and Suffering: Damages for physical pain, emotional distress and less overall enjoyment of life caused by the injury.

Loss of Consortium: Compensation for the impact on relationships with spouses and family members.

 Punitive Damages:  In cases involving egregious negligence or intentional harm, punitive damages may be awarded as a means of punishing the responsible party and deterring similar behavior in the future.

Home Modifications: Any costs associated with adapting your living space to accommodate newfound disabilities.

Our attorneys know how to collect the resources you need to recover from the accident and hold the negligent parties accountable.

Give Us a Call

If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, it’s crucial to seek legal assistance as soon as possible. Contact Gillani Law today for a free, confidential consultation. Our compassionate and experienced team is here to provide the support and representation you need during this challenging time. We operate on a contingency fee basis which means that we don't get paid until you get the maximum compensation from the liable party.