Stockton is known for many things, including having a significant number of car accidents each year. Unfortunately, accidents involving motor vehicles are a common source of catastrophic injuries, such as traumatic limb amputations. Pedestrians and bicyclists are particularly vulnerable to traumatic amputations. This type of injury can also result from other types of accidents, including those involving heavy machinery or property hazards.
Amputations can impact every facet of an individual’s life, including their ability to earn an income, and medically treating amputations, including obtaining prosthetics, undergoing therapy, and managing secondary conditions, can be extremely expensive. If you lost a limb due to an accident caused by someone else, a Stockton amputation lawyer from Law Office of Brian H. Turner, PC can help. Our catastrophic injury attorneys are knowledgeable about the personal injury claims process and can help you seek compensation for the losses you endured as a result of the injury.
Amputation is considered a catastrophic injury because it often results in a permanent loss of earning capacity. Unfortunately, income loss is not the only cost of the injury. After the initial medical bills to treat the injury, amputees face prosthetic fittings, and most prostheses must be replaced every few years. There may be future hospitalizations or treatments resulting from infections at the injury site or from chronic pain that often accompanies this type of injury. Additionally, there may be a need for home modification, ongoing physical and psychological therapy, and more. The permanence of the injury causes a loss in quality of life and loss of the ability to participate in enjoyable activities with others.
Those who suffer catastrophic injuries due to someone else’s negligence can seek compensation by filing a personal injury claim against the liability coverage of a relevant insurance policy held by the at-fault party, such as an auto or homeowners insurance policy. If the insurance provider fails to fairly compensate the claimant, the claim can be filed as a personal injury lawsuit, allowing a trial and a jury to hear the case and decide on liability and compensation. An amputation attorney in Stockton can help you understand all of your options, so you can make an informed decision about next steps.
When a Stockton lawyer from Law Office of Brian H. Turner, PC handles an amputation case, they may provide several different services to ease your burden. They may assist with:
They can help those suffering from amputations obtain any needed medical treatment or get a second opinion as they deal with the complex issues of recovering from this type of injury.
Legal representation may file claims with insurance companies, negotiate with insurers on your behalf, and provide guidance as the case moves forward. They may file a lawsuit, depose witnesses, and represent the case in court. At the conclusion of the case, they can help you receive your settlement or court award and settle any accident-related medical liens.
An amputation is a permanent, life-changing condition that can leave someone with extreme financial and psychological losses. Let our team help you understand your legal options and the services we can provide to assist you. Contact a Stockton amputation lawyer for a free case evaluation today.
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