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Catastrophic Injury Lawyer in Flint, MI

Flint Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

Did You Suffer Catastrophic Injuries in an Accident?

Simple accidents occur every day. In some cases, the consequences aren't that simple, however. Individuals may slip and fall down a single step or a whole flight of stairs, especially when railings are inadequate or defective. Reckless drivers cause injuries when they crash into another person's car. Simple accidents aren't a major concern as long as individuals leave with only minor bumps and bruises. If you sustain serious or catastrophic injuries, however, you may deal with pain, disabilities, and economic losses for the rest of your life.Seemingly common accidents often result in long-lasting medical care, recurring medical bills, lost income, and unexpected disabilities. When someone else causes or contributes to your injury, that individual should pay for your damages. However, negligent individuals or entities don't always step up and take responsibility for their actions. Therefore, it's up to you and a Flint catastrophic injury attorney to do what's necessary to make them pay.

What are common catastrophic injuries?

Federal law considers any long-lasting injury preventing an individual from working as catastrophic. Yet, some injuries occur more than others. Some common types of catastrophic injuries include:

  • Severe burns are not just acutely painful, but they can also be traumatic and create life-long physical and emotional pain. Burns are classified as catastrophic when they cover much of the body and require reconstructive surgeries, skin grafts, and in some cases a medically induced coma to heal. Even with medical care, the risk of infection because of wide, deep burns is significant.
  • Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are caused by an outside force striking or penetrating the skull. These injuries are usually caused by a violent blow to the head or by an object penetrating the skull. Traumatic brain injuries often occur in severe car accidents, slips and falls, and workplace injuries. Brain injuries that are categorized as catastrophic often mean that a victim experiences cognitive problems, like loss of memory and ability to focus; physical issues, like impaired coordination and balance and loss of motor functioning; hearing problems; vision problems; and behavioral issues, like depression, anxiety, and aggression. In situations with serious brain injuries, victims might experience a coma, a vegetative state, or death.
  • Spinal cord injuries can be catastrophic because of how important the spine is to the human body's function. A traumatic spinal cord injury can happen because of a sudden blow to the spine during a car accident or slip and fall. A catastrophic spinal cord injury frequently causes long-term loss of strength, feeling, and function below the site of the injury. This may cause temporary paralysis or even permanent paraplegia or quadriplegia. In these cases, the injured victim will likely need extensive rehabilitation and assistive devices to get back some movement and independence.
  • Severe orthopedic injuries such as crushed bones and fractures requiring several surgeries are also classified as catastrophic. A crushed bone or multiple fractures usually happens when force or pressure is placed on a body part. Often times these kinds of injuries are due to being caught in between two heavy objects in a car accident or a workplace accident. Crushed bone injuries are incredibly painful, may require multiple surgeries, and run the risk of long-term problems.
  • Amputation, meaning the loss of a limb or an extremity, is usually a result of a severe accident. An amputation often can not be repaired and might put the patient's life at risk. Amputations are less common than a lot of other catastrophic injuries, but when they do occur it typically means a lifelong disability for those whose amputations were a result of an accident.
  • Permanent vision or hearing loss clearly creates a significant burden for those who suffer these types of injuries. For this reason, vision and hearing loss are classified as catastrophic. When a person no longer has the ability to hear or see, they face a lifetime of hardship, financial difficulties, pain and suffering, lost income potential, and independence.

What types of damages can I recover?

If the court rules in your favor or you reach a settlement prior to litigation, you can receive damages for losses you (or your loved one) have incurred as a result of the catastrophic injury. Examples of types of damages you can recover include:

  • Current and future estimated medical treatment costs, including ambulance service, emergency room visit, hospitalization, surgery, medication, ongoing treatment, and continued nursing care in a long-term care facility
  • Lost income and lost earning capacity to compensate catastrophic injury victims who can not return to work or seek future employment
  • Home modification costs to make a home more accessible for a person with a catastrophic injury by adding things like wheelchair ramps, handrails, and constructing a main floor living area for those that can not use stairs
  • Costs for replacement services a household has to use for activities and labor the accident victim did prior to their injuries, such as a lawn care service, snow removal service, childcare, and a cleaning service
  • Physical pain and suffering
  • Psychological pain and suffering
  • Decreased quality of life
  • Loss of consortium with a spouse
  • Punitive damages in extreme cases of gross negligence or intentional harm

How can an experienced attorney help my claim?

Catastrophic injuries are life-altering events that leave victims economically devastated. Recuperating damages for catastrophic injuries is more than getting compensation for negligence, it is a critical source of funding for future costs related to the injury. Adding insult to injury, insurance providers use every technique in their playbook to protect their bottom line and avoid paying claims. Catastrophic injury claims are high-value claims that require extra resources and experienced lawyers. Experienced catastrophic injury attorneys do not only submit paperwork, they advocate for you and your loved one every step of the way. Examples of how catastrophic injury lawyers help their clients include:

  • Investigating a case to identify all the facts
  • Building a solid case against the opposition
  • Consulting with professionals that help increase value to a claim
  • Securing valuable witness testimony
  • Negotiating with insurance providers
  • Bringing a case to trial when settlement is not an option
  • Negotiating to reduce medical expenses once a top settlement offer is obtained

Catastrophic injuries devastate victims and their loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. Contact our experienced Flint catastrophic injury attorneys to see if we can help you receive the compensation you are entitled to. If a negligent individual or business causes catastrophic injuries to you or a loved one, you must take immediate steps to protect your legal rights. At Marko Law, we constantly fight hard to recover damages for our clients, and we 'd like to determine if we can assist you.

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If you are ready to start your case or need more information about a Catastrophic Injury Lawyer in Flint, Michigan, contact Marko Law Firm today. Let us represent you as you seek justice and compensation for your pain and damages. Call (313) 777-7LAW today to get a free consultation or visit our website: MarkoLaw.com to get more information.

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