Handling Catastrophic Injuries

What is a Catastrophic Injury?

Catastrophic injuries are defined as severe injuries that usually occur to the brain, head, or spinal cord and require wide-ranging medical attention and long term care. Injuries to these body parts are normally considered catastrophic because these areas of the body are the motor control and cognitive function areas of the body.  When these areas of the body are damaged, an individual may have brain damage affecting his ability to function in society and requiring round the clock care.  Or a spinal injury could leave someone a paraplegic or quadriplegic, with the inability to care for themselves without a caregiver.  There are other injuries that can also be considered as serious as these, including amputations, neurological disorders, loss of eyesight, serious burns and numerous fractures.  These types of  injuries are life-changing for not only the injured, but their families as well. If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury it is imperative you contact a catastrophic personal injury attorney from the Law Office of Smith & Stallworth.  You cannot risk your future well-being without a professional and knowledgeable lawyer at your side protecting your rights.

Long Term Effects of Catastrophic Injuries

Most catastrophic injuries will result in lengthy hospital stays, multiple surgeries and medical procedures, difficult and painful rehabilitation and possibly long term care due to becoming disabled. In addition, the injured person is likely not able to work again, losing a lifetime's worth of potential earnings. The financial burden to catastrophic injury victims and their families can be tremendous.  Most cannot possibly face this burden on their own.  The types of accidents that cause these terrible injuries are more often auto accidents, but they can occur anywhere, including the workplace.  Because of the seriousness of future consequences to you and  your family, having a compassionate and aggressive personal injury lawyer is vital.  You will need someone who can determine the cost of your long term care, medical needs, financial losses, in addition to the trauma and suffering from this life changing event.  At Smith & Stallworth, we have obtained substantial settlements for our clients injured in catastrophic injuries.  Whether we negotiate or take your case to trial, you can feel confident we will do our utmost to provide you and your family the monetary compensation you deserve.  For a free evaluation of your case, contact us today.

Have you or a loved one suffered a catastrophic injury? Contact the Law Offices of Smith & Stallworth for aggressive and experienced representation.