Car accidents, defective products, and unsafe premises can lead to people getting hurt and ultimately suffering from catastrophic injuries. These injuries are so severe that they keep you from functioning as you normally did before the accident.
Unfortunately, catastrophic injuries usually have terrible, long-lasting consequences. It is not right for you to live this way. A Metairie catastrophic injury lawyer can help you fight for the compensation you are entitled to receive after such a horrific event. Get in touch with Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers today at (337) 777-7777 to learn more about how a lawyer may be able to serve you during this trying time.
Types of Potential Catastrophic Injuries
Many injuries can have a huge impact on your life, but catastrophic injuries can completely turn your world upside down. Below is a list of three catastrophic injuries you could be suffering from. Note that this is not a comprehensive list.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States. This injury is typically caused by a blow to the head, injuring the brain. Whenever this happens, it is best to go to the doctor right away, even if you think the injury was minor. Some symptoms may not show up until several days or a week longer.
Signs of a traumatic brain injury may include:
- Cognitive difficulties, like forgetfulness and lack of concentration
- Poor balance
- Hypersensitivity to light and sounds
- Slurred speech
- Seizures
- Confusion and restlessness
- Loss of consciousness
If these symptoms go untreated, the victim’s condition can worsen, potentially leading them to a vegetative state.
The CDC goes on to say that falls are a major cause of traumatic brain injuries, which made up nearly half of all TBI-related emergency visits in 2014, specifically those over 75 years of age.
Burns
If a car accident is severe enough, especially involving a fuel truck, the vehicles can go up in flames, making all those around vulnerable to suffering from catastrophic burns. Third-degree burns, particularly, are among the most serious. Johns Hopkins Medicine explains these burns can completely destroy the skin and even damage tendons, bones, and muscles, leading to a fourth-degree burn. In this case, the affected areas could cause disfigurement, scarring, chronic infections, and may even necessitate amputations.
Spinal Injuries
Spinal injuries can include broken, bulged, or herniated discs. The Mayo Clinic affirms that this type of catastrophic injury can affect your movement, cause you to lose sensation, and even lead to paralysis. Similar to a traumatic brain injury, you may not feel any symptoms, like pain or tingling in your neck and extremities, until well after the incident occurred.
For any of these catastrophic injuries and others, consult an orthopedic surgeon, chiropractor, or physical therapist for treatment as soon as you can.
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ClientDetermining Liability
Once you have been involved in an accident that caused a catastrophic injury, you may be interested in bringing a lawsuit against the liable party. More than one party may be involved, and finding evidence to hold them accountable may be complicated. Consider the scenario below:
If a truck driver rear-ended you and caused your spinal cord injuries, it may or may not have been their fault. The trucking company could have made the driver work overtime, which compromised the driver’s concentration. Another reason could be that the truck’s cargo was not loaded properly. The truck’s manufacturer or mechanic could be liable because they built the truck with a defective part or did not put in a part correctly.
A Metairie catastrophic injury lawyer can investigate how the accident happened and who may be liable for your damages. Reach out to Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers now at (337) 777-7777 to get started on your case.
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Rick Smith | ClientReceiving Compensation
Catastrophic injuries can affect every aspect of your life. With that, you need help to cope and make your daily routine as normal as possible. You can demand compensation for:
- Medical bills: These costs include surgeries, doctor’s appointments, chiropractic and physical therapy sessions, medication, emergency transportation, etc.
- Lost wages: Your injuries and treatment keep you from working the same job or just working altogether.
- Pain and suffering: These damages include your mental and physical suffering from your debilitating injuries.
- Disfigurement: This condition happens if your injuries left you physically scarred.
- Miscellaneous expenses: Help with household chores, transportation, etc., can fall into this category.
Depending on your injuries and other losses, you could qualify for suing for other damages.
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ClientMeeting Louisiana’s Deadline
You only have a certain amount of time to bring your lawsuit against the liable party. This time limit is known as the statute of limitations. Under the Louisiana Civil Code (CC) §3492, the state gives you two years to file both a personal injury lawsuit and a wrongful death lawsuit. Make sure you file within this timeframe. Otherwise, the court may dismiss your lawsuit, and the party who caused your injuries is no longer responsible for paying for your damages.
Nevertheless, given the circumstances of your case, the statute of limitations may be halted. To learn exactly how long you have to take legal action, consult an experienced Metairie wrongful death lawyer.
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ClientYour Pursuit of Justice
There is no reason to feel apprehensive about hiring a Metairie catastrophic injury lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers. Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you will not have to make a payment unless and until you win compensation.
While you are resting and trying to put your life back together, your lawyer will be collecting all necessary evidence, talking to relevant parties, negotiating a settlement with the other party’s insurance company on your behalf, and, if it comes to it, representing you in a trial. They will act as your advocate throughout the entire legal process.
Call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers today at (337) 777-7777 to speak with a team member. Your first consultation is free of charge.
