Injuries are considered catastrophic when they cause severe, life-changing impairment. They may leave you dealing with chronic pain, needing live-in care, or requiring life-long medical treatment. Catastrophic injuries may also keep you from continuing gainful work on a long-term or permanent basis. Examples of catastrophic injuries include loss of a limb, partial or full paralysis, serious burn injuries, spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries, trauma, permanent disability or reduced function.
A catastrophic injury attorney from Speaks Law Firm can examine your case and discuss whether your injuries may qualify as catastrophic.