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Catastrophic Injury In Alaska

Some Injuries can Turn a Life Upside Down

Catastrophic Injury In Alaska – Accidents of any kind can result in varying degrees of injury. Minor injuries such as cuts, bruises, and light burn injuries heal quickly with little to no medical care. Minor injuries therefore require no compensation. Catastrophic injuries, however, can turn a victim’s life upside down. These injuries result in lasting damage and impairment requiring extensive medical treatment. The mounting cost leave an innocent accident victim facing serious financial hardship. A fair settlement or trial verdict through a personal injury claim makes a difference.

Contact an Alaskan personal injury lawyer at Johnson Law, P.C. right away if you suffer a Catastrophic Injury In Alaska. We help clients with serious injuries. Our team has the experience to maximize your recovery.

What is Considered a Catastrophic Injury?

Statute 42 U.S.C. § 3796b, defines catastrophic injury as an injury that is “the direct and proximate consequences of which permanently prevent an individual from performing any gainful work”. In other words, if you have been permanently injured in a Catastrophic Injury In Alaska due to the negligence of another, you may be entitled to compensation.

What Causes Catastrophic Injuries?

When a life-altering injury occurs, it can affect more than just the injured party. Catastrophic Injury In Alaska may lead to permanent damage can lead to a difficult life for both the victim and the victim’s family, as well. There are many different ways that a catastrophic injury may occur, and most of them happen suddenly, and without notice.

Following are a few examples of accidents that may cause catastrophic injuries:

Common Types of Catastrophic Injuries

Catastrophic injuries are very serious and lead to permanent damage. Some of the most common catastrophic injuries include:

  • Compound fractures- A compound fracture is a severely broken bone that protrudes through the skin. These fractures often require surgery to set the bone and place pins and plates to hold it in place while it heals. Compound fractures also take a long time to heal and may be significantly weaker than before, even after months or years of healing. Such an injury can prevent the victim from returning to their job for a long time and may prevent them from ever returning to “normal.”
  • Burn Injuries– Severe burns can cause lasting or permanent damage to the nerves in the area and, if deep enough, can damage the muscle or bone of the victim. Infection is a possibility with burns that result in blisters or that cause deep tissue damage. Extreme cases, such as third- and fourth-degree burns, may even require surgery for excision of the damaged tissue or skin-grafting to repair the damaged area.
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)– Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is also catastrophic since it can cause permanent damage to a person’s brain. Lasting damages include memory loss, reduced mental capacity, or even a coma.
  • Spinal Cord Injuries– These injuries are also common catastrophic injuries and can result in temporary or permanent paralysis below the area of injury. These two injuries may require ongoing medical treatments or personal aid, which can add up and become unaffordable very quickly.

Anchorage Personal Injury Lawyer Fighting for Your Rights

Get the compensation you deserve after suffering a Catastrophic Injury In Alaska. Speak with an Alaskan personal injury lawyer from Johnson Law, P.C. Learn how our experienced attorneys will handle your case and fight for full compensation. We study the details of your accident, your case, and the law to ensure you receive a fair settlement. We want to help you recover for your current damages, as well as any future expenses that result from ongoing treatment and medical care.

Contact us today for more information.

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