Catastrophic Injury Lawyer in Las Vegas

Las Vegas Catastrophic Injury

If you or a loved one have suffered catastrophic injuries in Las Vegas, Nevada it is very important that you get in contact with our Las Vegas catastrophic injury attorneys today for a free no risk consultation. During this consultation, we will discuss and evaluate your case to determine whether you could receive compensation for your injuries.

Unfortunately, catastrophic injuries can impact someone’s life forever. That is why it is very important to hire an experienced and top-rated Las Vegas catastrophic injury attorney to represent your case.  Catastrophic injuries could include just about any type of injury that has devastating effects on the victim.

What is a catastrophic injury?

A catastrophic injury is any physical injury or illness that is severe and serious. Catastrophic injuries usually result in thousands of dollars in medical bills, and injuries may take several years to heal from, or could even be permanent.

What is a catastrophic lawsuit?

 A catastrophic injury lawsuit is a lawsuit filed when someone suffers a severe and permanent injury, that changes their life forever. It affects their quality of life, and their general well-being. This could not only affect their work but their family life and love life as well.

Can you survive a catastrophic accident?

Although catastrophic accidents cause severe and permanent injuries, it could also cause death. In the event that a person suffers severe injuries, they may be taken to a trauma center in the hospital. An injured victim could have a hospital stay as long as several months.

Nevada Catastrophic Injury Facts

• According to the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, there are around 500 incidents of traumatic brain injury hospitalizations in a single year. Keep in mind that this number could be more given that this is only the reported number. There may be other traumatic brain injuries that are not reported by hospitals or by individuals.
• According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, there were around 300 reported spinal cord injuries in the state of Nevada in a given year.
• The number one cause of catastrophic injuries in Nevada is false, such as slip and falls and trip and falls.
• The second most common cause of catastrophic injuries in Nevada are car accidents.
• There are around 1,500 amputations each year in Nevada, with a majority of the cause being trauma.

How do catastrophic injuries occur in Nevada?

Catastrophic injuries can occur in a variety of ways. different examples of accidents include:

• Car accidents
• Taxi accidents
• Truck accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Construction accidents
• Workplace accidents
• Premises liability accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Swimming pool accidents
• Burn accidents
• Product liability accidents
• Burns
• Assault/battery

If you have been involved in any of the accidents mentioned above, contact our catastrophic Las Vegas injury attorneys today to determine how you could receive compensation for your injuries.

What should I do after an accident in Las Vegas?

1. Seek medical attention immediately. It is very important that you seek medical attention because there may be injuries that have not been obvious. For example, after an accident, many feel perfectly fine and walk away. But, this is because their adrenaline was very high. As days go on, even weeks, many injuries may start to be obvious. For example, traumatic brain injuries are usually not detectable until a couple of days after the injury. The sooner you get medical attention, the better for you.
2.  File a police report. If you have been a victim of any type of incident such as an assault or battery in Las Vegas, report the incident to the Las Vegas Police. They will most likely create an incident report that will come in very handy when filing a lawsuit against the responsible party in the future.
3.  Gather as much evidence as possible regarding your accident claim.  The more evidence you have, the stronger your case will be. Examples of strong evidence include witness information, any pictures or video recordings, information regarding the place where the accident occurred, etc.
4. Contact our experienced Las Vegas catastrophic injury attorneys. Catastrophic injuries should be taken very seriously, especially because they result in thousands of dollars in medical bills that should be compensated. Our Las Vegas attorneys believe that no person should have to pay for their medical bills alone if it is caused by another person’s negligence.

When should I file my catastrophic injury claim in Las Vegas?

Each state has a different statute of limitations that determine when is the last day you could file a claim. But, it depends on the circumstances of the claim. If you have been a victim of a catastrophic injury, you have two years from the date of the injury or the date of the injury discovery to file a claim against the at-fault party. 

We advise that you speak to our Las Vegas personal injury attorneys as soon as possible after being involved in any severe accident. Our attorneys will work immediately on your case to make sure that you do not lose the right to sue.

What type of damages could I receive for my catastrophic injury lawsuit in Las Vegas, Nevada?

The different types of compensation you could receive depend on the circumstances of the catastrophic injury accident. Different examples of compensation you can receive include:

• Hospital bills
• Physical therapy
• Past lost wages
• Future lost income
• Property damage
• Loss of consortium
• Lost quality of life
• Pain and suffering
• Anxiety
• Emotional distress
• Punitive damages

It is very important that you understand the law and what you are qualified to receive. Our Las Vegas, Nevada attorneys are available 24/7 to evaluate your case to make sure you understand the different steps that should be taken when litigating your claim. We will be better able to determine what specific damages you may need.

How much do our Las Vegas personal injury attorneys cost?

Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that you do not have to pay for any fees upfront until we win compensation in your favor. We understand that after going through catastrophic injuries, many victims do not have the necessary financial means to pay for an attorney. Our attorney fees will cost you $0 out of pocket, whether we win or lose. This means that we will send no bills to our clients, and we will take on the risk of litigating your claim.

Why should you hire our Las Vegas catastrophic injury attorneys?

1.  Our Las Vegas catastrophic injury attorneys have decades of experience representing victims who have been involved in catastrophic accidents.
2. Our attorneys will deal and negotiate with insurance companies and third parties to make sure that you focus on healing from your injuries.
3. Our attorneys will gather as much evidence as possible and investigate your claims to make sure that we have a solid strong claim going into court.
4. If we do not come to a negotiation agreement with the other party, our attorneys are not afraid of going to trial to make sure that your rights are well-represented.
5. Our top-rated Las Vegas attorneys all offer free no risk consultations where we will review and examine your case to determine how we could help you.

 Our Las Vegas attorneys are located conveniently near you in Las Vegas.

Contact our aggressive catastrophic injury Las Vegas lawyers if you or a loved one have suffered catastrophic injuries as a result of another person’s negligence.