Grand Rapids Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

Did You Sustain Catastrophic Injuries in an Accident?

‍Simple accidents occur every day. In some cases, the consequences aren't that simple, however. People might 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 vehicle. Simple accidents aren't a major concern as long as individuals leave with only minor bumps and bruises. If you suffer severe or catastrophic injuries, however, you might struggle with pain, disabilities, and economic losses for the rest of your life.Seemingly common accidents in some cases lead to long-term medical care, recurring medical bills, lost income, and unexpected disabilities. When another person causes or contributes to your injury, that person should cover your damages. However, negligent people or entities don't always step up and take responsibility for their actions. Therefore, it's up to you and a Grand Rapids catastrophic injury attorney to do what's necessary to make them pay.

‍What are common catastrophic injuries?

‍Federal law considers any kind of permanent injury preventing an individual from working as catastrophic. Yet, some injuries happen more than others. Some common types of catastrophic injuries include:

• Severe burns are not just acutely painful, but they can also be traumatic and produce 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 sometimes a medically induced coma to recover. 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 classified as catastrophic usually mean that a victim suffers from cognitive problems, like loss of memory and ability to focus; physical issues, like impaired coordination and balance and loss of motor functioning; hearing issues; vision problems; and behavioral problems, 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 occur due to a sudden blow to the spine during a car crash or slip and fall. A catastrophic spinal cord injury often causes permanent loss of strength, feeling, and function below the site of the injury. This might cause temporary paralysis or even lifelong 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 multiple surgeries are also categorized as catastrophic. A crushed bone or several fractures usually happens when force or pressure is placed on a body part. Oftentimes these types of injuries are due to being caught in between two heavy objects in a car accident or a workplace accident. Crushed bone injuries are extremely painful, might require several surgeries, and run the risk of long-lasting problems.
• Amputation, meaning the loss of a limb or an extremity, is commonly a result of a serious accident. An amputation often can not be fixed and may put the person's life at risk. Amputations are less common than most other catastrophic injuries, but when they do happen 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. Therefore, vision and hearing loss are classified as catastrophic. When someone no longer has the ability to hear or see, they face a lifetime of hardship, economic difficulties, pain and suffering, lost income potential, and independence.

What kinds of damages can I recover?

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

• Present and future estimated medical treatment expenses, including ambulance service, emergency room visit, hospitalization, surgery, medication, ongoing treatment, and continued nursing care in a long-term care facility
• Lost wages and lost earning capacity to compensate catastrophic injury victims that can not return to work or seek future employment
• Home modification expenses to make a house more accessible for an individual with a catastrophic injury by adding things like wheelchair ramps, and handrails, and creating a main floor living area for those who can not use stairs
• Expenses for replacement services a household must use for activities and labor the accident victim did before their injuries, such as a lawn care service, snow removal service, childcare, and a cleaning service
• Physical pain and suffering
• Emotional 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 lawyer help my claim?

‍Catastrophic injuries are life-altering events that leave victims financially devastated. Recovering damages for catastrophic injuries is more than receiving compensation for negligence, it is an essential source of funding for future expenses related to the injury. Adding insult to injury, insurance providers use every tactic in their playbook to protect their bottom line and avoid paying claims.Catastrophic injury claims are high-value claims that need extra resources and experienced attorneys. Our experienced catastrophic injury attorneys do not only file 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 uncover all the facts
• Building a solid case against the other side
• 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 a solution
• Negotiating to lower medical bills once a top settlement offer is obtained

Catastrophic injuries devastate victims and their loved ones physically, psychologically, and economically. Get in touch with our skilled Grand Rapids catastrophic injury lawyers to see if we can help you get the compensation you deserve. If a negligent person or business causes catastrophic injuries to you or a loved one, you need to take immediate actions to protect your legal rights. At Marko Law, we always fight hard to recover damages for our clients, and we 'd like to determine if we can help you.

‍Contact Us Today to Get a Free Consultation

‍If you are ready to start your case or need more information about a Catastrophic Injury Lawyer in Grand Rapids, 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.