What is a Catastrophic Injury?

A catastrophic injury is a severe, life-altering injury that causes long-term or permanent disabilities or impairments. These types of injuries may require medical treatment and can even prevent the individual from being able to work or go back to their usual lifestyle.

What is considered a catastrophic injury? Spinal cord injuries resulting in paralysis, traumatic brain injuries resulting in cognitive or neurological impairments, severe burns, amputations, and multiple fractures are all examples of catastrophic injuries. 

How do states manage catastrophic injuries from car accidents? Different states may have specific approaches to handling catastrophic injuries. If you’re dealing with a catastrophic injury in Louisiana, you could be eligible for compensation through a personal injury claim. To be considered a catastrophic injury, it has to be

• a physical sickness or injury that’s extreme,
• has a significant impact on the victim of the injury or illness,
• and needs a great deal of medical treatment.

Regardless of the specific approach in place, people who have suffered catastrophic injuries in car accidents may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. This is why it’s important to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney to understand your legal options and to ensure that your rights are protected.

Keep in mind that determining who is to blame for your catastrophic injury depends on both the facts and the time that has passed. The majority of personal injury lawsuits in Louisiana have a one-year statute of limitations, so you should contact a lawyer right away to begin the process of submitting your claim and obtaining the compensation you are entitled to.

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys have 679+ years of combined legal experience in Louisiana personal injury law. So that you can begin your process of recovery, give us a call at 888.501.7888 to get started on your personal injury claim. As part of our G Guarantee, we promise you won’t owe us anything until we win or settle your case!