While there is no hard and fast definition of a “catastrophic injury,” the reality is that these are much more serious than typical injuries individuals sustain. A catastrophic injury is generally seen as one that causes a person substantial disabilities or affects their day-to-day life. It is not uncommon for individuals to have a long-term disability or even a permanent disability as a result of a catastrophic injury.
Some of the most common types of catastrophic injuries that our attorneys help clients with in Denver include the following:
Spinal cord injuries with paralysis
Traumatic brain injuries
Severe burn injuries
Amputation injuries or crush injuries
Severely fractured or dislocated bones
Significant scarring and disfigurement
This is certainly not a complete list of the types of catastrophic injuries that individuals can sustain. If you have questions about whether or not your claim would be considered a catastrophic injury claim, we encourage you to reach out to one of our lawyers as soon as possible.