Category: Catastrophic Injury

When does an injury qualify as catastrophic in Texas? An injury qualifies as catastrophic in Texas when it causes permanent, severe impairment of a major body function. This includes paralysis, traumatic brain injury, limb loss, serious burns, or damage to vital organs. Texas courts and insurance systems use both medical severity and long-term functional impact […]

Losing a loved one to an accident that could have been prevented is devastating. When this occurs on a much greater scale and impacts several hundreds or even thousands of people, the consequences are so enormous and damaging that they can only be considered catastrophic. Whether it is a building crumbling down with office workers […]

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you became trapped and injured in an elevator? Though the chances of this happening may seem low, elevator accidents are not to be taken lightly. With the potential to seriously harm or injure multiple individuals and a daily dependence on elevators to reach intended destinations, proper maintenance […]

Whether you are performing routine job duties or were the unfortunate victim of a car accident brought on by another driver, suffering any injury of a severe degree can have lifelong and devastating impacts on not only you but your loved ones as well. Though any injury can be difficult, catastrophic injuries are often so […]

A catastrophic injury is generally considered a severe physical trauma that results in permanent disability, long-term medical needs, or a significant reduction in quality of life, often allowing the injured person to sue for damages and losses. These life-altering events go beyond standard personal injury claims because the impact extends far into the future, affecting […]

When a person becomes injured in an accident, he or she may obtain injuries of varying degrees and severity. While some injured individuals may emerge from the accident or incident relatively unscathed, others may experience damage that is considered to be catastrophic in nature. These types of injuries often involve serious brain damage, spinal injuries, […]

Becoming injured is a risk that many people knowingly or unknowingly take in a host of environments. Whether you are entering an elevator to attend a doctor’s appointment or are getting behind the wheel of your vehicle to pick your child up from school, there is a percentage of risk involved. If or when a […]

An unexpected accident can have devastating impacts for you and your loved ones, and experiencing a life-threatening injury as a result of that accident can be traumatic, costly, and burdensome. If the incident was the result of another person’s negligence, however, you could obtain compensation for your pain and suffering with the help of a […]

On March 26, 2024, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after being struck by the container ship Dali. Six construction workers who were performing roadway maintenance on the bridge were killed. According to reports, the ship lost power before the collision, leaving it without propulsion or steering as it drifted into a support […]

When catastrophic injuries strike, you can be certain that lifelong impacts are to follow. Unlike accidents that can result in a sprain or cut, a catastrophic injury is one that causes severe damage and requires significant, if not lifelong, medical intervention. Even worse, wrongful death is a common outcome of a catastrophic injury, and you […]