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The Most Common Catastrophic Injuries

| Jan 3, 2019 | Catastrophic Injury, Personal Injury

Catastrophic injuries fall under the umbrella of personal injury law, but these types of injuries are generally treated differently and exact much larger damages due to their severe and often permanent nature. It is not uncommon for a catastrophic injury victim to face years of rehabilitation and intensive medical treatment. In some cases, one might even require lifelong medical assistance and care. As such, these injuries tend to result in higher compensation that is meant to cover the exorbitant costs that are usually associated with catastrophic injuries.

What types of injuries are considered catastrophic, however? We have compiled a list of the most common types of catastrophic injuries:

  • Severe burns: Severe burn injuries are not only painful, but they also result in scars and disfigurement. A catastrophic burn injury can affect both the epidermis and the dermis, the layer of fat beneath the skin, and could even potentially reach the bones, muscles, and organs. Burn injury victims not only suffer severe scarring and disfigurement, but permanent nerve damage, impaired range of motion, and chronic pain. In many cases, victims are unable to fully heal for their injuries, though medications, skin grafts, physical therapy, and surgery can help.
  • Spinal cord injuries: The spinal cord is incredibly delicate and important, given that it sends signals between the brain and the rest of the body. Therefore an injury to this part of the body can result in devastating consequences, including a complete or partial loss of movement and sensation.
  • Traumatic brain injuries: Blunt force trauma to the head is typically the most common cause of a traumatic brain injury, which could cause swelling, bleeding, inflammation of the brain, and severe bruising. These types of injuries can produce both serious short-term and long-term effects. Some of the long-term symptoms of a traumatic brain injury include cognitive impairment, trouble understanding language, memory loss, mood swings, depression, and impaired senses.
  • Traumatic orthopedic injuries: This covers a vast array of orthopedic injuries, such as severe fractures and dislocations that require multiple corrective surgeries. In some cases, such injuries might even necessitate the need for amputation of the injured limb. Other long-term effects of traumatic brain injuries include nerve damage, limited range of motion, pain, and stiffness.

Other catastrophic injuries include gunshot wounds, amputation injuries, and compound fractures, particularly those in which broken bones pierce through the skin and require surgical correction. While it is possible for some victims to partially heal from their injuries, the catastrophic injuries typically result in some lasting effects or even permanent disabilities that impact the victim’s life and require continued medical care or assistance. When seeking compensation for a catastrophic injury, it is critical that you hire a skilled personal injury attorney who is experienced in handling such cases.

Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys in Oneonta

If you sustained a catastrophic injury, you are undoubtedly going through a difficult time and are now faced with expensive medical bills and an inability to return to work. You should not have to bear this burden on your own or suffer in silence. At Scarzafava, Basdekis & Dadey, PLLC in Oneonta, our skilled team of personal injury attorneys is dedicated to fighting on behalf of the wrongfully injured and will do what it takes to hold the responsible party accountable for their negligent actions. Backed by decades of collective legal experience and a history of success, you can rest assured that your case will be in good hands with our legal team.

Remember, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim in New York is three years, so you should not hesitate to take legal action and pursue the fair and just compensation you deserve.

Get started on your personal injury case today and contact our law firm at (607) 228-8404 to request a free initial case evaluation with one of our knowledgeable and compassionate attorneys.

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