catastrophic injuries
Catastrophic injuries; spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries, burns, amputations, paralysis, don't just heal and go away. They often mean a lifetime of medical care, lost earning capacity, home modifications, and a fundamentally different life than the one you had before. Insurance companies frequently try to settle these claims quickly, before the true long-term cost is understood. Our firm works with medical experts, life-care planners, and vocational specialists to calculate the full scope of what a catastrophic injury will cost over a lifetime, then fights to secure compensation that actually covers it — not just an initial number that looks generous but falls short in ten years.
YOUR QUESTIONS,
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Generally, injuries causing permanent disability or disfigurement — brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, severe burns, amputations, and paralysis.
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We work with life-care planners and economists to project future medical costs, lost earning capacity, and quality-of-life impact.
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Lost earning capacity, not just current lost wages, is a major component of these claims, and we build that into your case.
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In some cases, a spouse may have a claim for loss of consortium; we can evaluate this during your consultation.
CASE PROCESS
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In-depth consultation and medical record review
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Building a life-care plan with medical and financial experts
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Investigating liability and all available insurance coverage
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Demand negotiation for full, long-term compensation
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Trial preparation and litigation when necessary