Catastrophic Injury Attorneys
HELPING BAY AREA RESIDENTS RECOVER COMPENSATION FOR CATASTROPHIC INJURIES
The cases we work on often result in catastrophic injuries. We see multiple amputation cases and know and understand the problems and costs associated with prostheses, stump shrinkage, stump skin issues and sores, access to prosthetists, transportation issues and so much more
We see paraplegia and quadriplegia injuries and prepare the life care plans associated with these life long problems regularly. We know what the cost of 24/7 care is and the levels of care necessary for these injuries. We know how important therapies are and how expensive all of the care necessary to survival is. We know how difficult it is, not impossible, but difficult for paraplegics and amputees to return to work. We know how issues of life expectancy for those with these injuries can impact their cases.
There are many other catastrophic injuries we see and work with. These are categories of just a few.
In most cases, these severe injuries cause immense emotional and physical trauma, resulting in financial strain because of the victim’s inability to work and the need for expensive medical care. These injuries also often place a significant amount of stress and burden upon friends and family members of injured parties.
THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE
In some cases, injuries aren’t catastrophic but cause death to a loved one. This loss is emotionally devastating but can also be financially detrimental as well. If you were injured or lost a loved one in a catastrophic incident, we can help.
A RECORD OF ACHIEVING SUCCESSFUL RECOVERIES FOR BAY AREA INDIVIDUALS
At The Law Office of Scott Righthand, P.C., our 35+ years has allowed us to obtain successful recoveries for many clients. Our work with injured victims over the years has exposed us to nearly every category of injury. We have recovered multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements for many types of catastrophic injuries.
EXCLUSIVELY PROVIDING REPRESENTATION FOR INJURED INDIVIDUALS
Unlike other firms that represent insurance companies, hospitals or HMOs, our law office dedicates our practice exclusively to providing representation to injured individuals.
LET OUR EXPERTISE WORK FOR YOU
When you work with our team of lawyers, we will get to know the details of your case, inside and out. We will thoroughly investigate the accident and your injury, consult with experts regarding the losses that you have suffered, evaluate medical expenses you may have paid, wage loss you have incurred and actively employ our knowledge to ensure that you are able to receive the monetary damages you deserve.
FAQs About Catastrophic Injuries in California
A catastrophic injury is understood to be one that is so severe it results in permanent disability, disfigurement or long-term medical complications. These injuries often prevent the victim from returning to their previous way of life and work and require a lifetime of significant medical care.
A catastrophic injury is defined by its impact, not just its type. Injuries that lead to permanent impairment and require extensive ongoing medical treatment can be considered catastrophic due to their life-altering consequences.
A life care plan is a comprehensive document created by medical and financial experts that outlines a victim’s projected medical and non-medical needs for the rest of their life. It details anticipated costs for needs such as surgeries, therapies, medications, in-home care and specialized equipment. This plan is often the most critical tool for proving the true lifetime cost of a catastrophic injury.
Expert witnesses are indispensable, providing the objective evidence needed to prove the case’s value. For instance, medical experts can explain the injury’s severity and future needs, vocational experts may be able to detail the victim’s inability to work and life care planners calculate the total financial damages.
We understand that a catastrophic injury places an immense burden on the entire family. While we aggressively manage the legal fight as your advocates, allowing you to focus on healing, we also desire to serve as a source of compassionate support for you and your family in every interaction.
Let us take the burden of legal issues off of your shoulders so that you can focus on your recovery. Contact our firm today to schedule a free consultation with our personal injury attorneys.