Bone Fractures – Bone fractures can constitute a catastrophic injury, particularly when involving legs, knees, hips, shoulders, arms, and elbows.
Severe Burns – Severe burns may require complicated and painful surgery, take weeks to heal, and put a victim at risk of debilitating or even deadly infections.
Organ Damage – Organ damage, including any kind of damage resulting in internal bleeding, can quickly put a victim at risk of loss of the damaged organ or loss of function of the organ, or even at risk of death.
Amputations – Severe impacts can sever arms and legs or can sufficiently damage them enough to require their amputation.
Exposure to Hazardous Substances – Persons who are exposed to hazardous or toxic substances may develop debilitating diseases or fatal health conditions.
Spinal Cord Injuries – Accidents can result in spinal cord injuries that can leave victims temporarily or permanently paralyzed in various parts of their bodies.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) – Trauma to the head can inflict traumatic brain injuries, which can cause serious cognitive problems that may last a lifetime.