Catastrophic Injury
If you or a loved one has been the victim of a catastrophic injury, Chappell, Smith & Arden stands ready to help.
What is a catastrophic injury?
A catastrophic injury is a sudden or serious injury or illness that has an enormous impact on the lives of the injured victims. Chappell, Smith & Arden represents the victims of catastrophic injuries and their families, Our attorneys have represented individuals who have been injured in major railroad accidents, trucking accidents, bridge collapses, and workplace accidents.
Chappell, Smith & Arden handles all types of catastrophic injuries.
Your potential recovery will be based on the type of injury you or your loved one sustained. Our team of attorneys is capable of handling all types of catastrophic injury cases, including:
Neurological Disorders
Traumatic Brain Injury
Spinal Cord Injury
Partial & Full Paralysis
Quadriplegia
Serious Head Trauma
Severe Burns
Hearing Loss
Shoulder Injury
Foot Injury
Eye Injury
Multiple Bone Fractures
Electrocution
Accidental Amputation.
An understanding of the long-term implications of catastrophic injuries is essential.
Many times some of the consequences of catastrophic injuries may not be felt for years to come. This can be particularly true for injuries to young children whose injuries may have an effect on how they grow and their future adult abilities. Other examples include people whose injuries have had a serious impact on income and whose injuries may lead to future complications and future loss of earnings.
The litigation team at Chappell, Smith & Arden is experienced with catastrophic injury cases and has the knowledge of the potential long-term effects of these injuries to ensure that our clients receive all of the financial compensation and medical treatment they will need for, potentially, decades to come.
Catastrophic injuries are often very complex and require a skilled attorney to investigate and develop a case.
Aside from the devastating losses you might suffer such as loss of use of a limb, loss of mental capacity, or loss of feeling, frequently, victims of catastrophic injuries will also suffer complications to their respiratory system, gastrointestinal system, urinary system, or other important bodily functions.
Even with the most complex cases, Chappell, Smith & Arden has the resources and ability to investigate your claim, consult with medical and economic experts, and take any other measures necessary to secure the compensation you desperately need for your recovery.
If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, you may be entitled to compensation.
Damages the victim of a catastrophic injury may be entitled to include:
Loss of earnings
Pain and suffering
Past medical expenses
Expected future medical expenses related to the accident
Compensation for permanent injuries
Punitive damages if the accident was the result of willful or reckless conduct
Loss of future earning capacity
Certain loss of services
The negligent party's insurance company will have attorneys working hard on their side, you should, too.
Chappell, Smith & Arden is made up of trial attorneys who will not shy away from taking cases all the way to trial. Often cases will not settle for a reasonable amount without a significant amount of development and preparation. Our attorneys develop and prepare all of our cases for trial and pride ourselves on vigorously defending our clients' rights rather than taking a quick settlement.
Call us for a free consultation to see if we can help.
Our attorneys understand that this can be a very difficult time for the victims of catastrophic injuries and their families. Our attorneys stand ready to discuss your case with you and assist with any questions or concerns related to your claim.
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