Not all injuries are the same. Some are so severe they change a person’s life forever. These are known as catastrophic injuries, and they require special legal handling.
What Is a Catastrophic Injury?
Catastrophic injuries often result in long-term or permanent disability. Common examples include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) from car or motorcycle crashes.
- Spinal cord injuries leading to paralysis.
- Severe burns requiring surgeries or skin grafts.
- Amputations caused by machinery, explosions, or accidents.
- Multiple fractures or internal injuries that prevent recovery.
Why These Cases Are Different
Catastrophic injury claims are more complex because victims may need lifelong medical care and rehabilitation. Damages can include:
- Ongoing medical treatment and surgeries.
- Loss of income and earning ability.
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
- Home modifications and assistive devices.
At Jimenez Mazzitelli Mordes, our attorneys work with medical and financial experts to calculate full future losses—not just short-term costs. We also confront insurance companies that try to minimize or delay claims.
If you or a loved one suffered a catastrophic injury in Florida, don’t settle for less than you deserve. Call 305-548-8750 or contact us through our Miami Law Firm Contact Page. We’ll fight for the full value of your recovery.