Catastrophic Injuries New Jersey, Pennsylvania
Recovering Damages for Victims of Brain, Spinal Cord, and Burn Injuries
Certain injuries have a devastatingly permanent effect – stripping victims of their independence, ability to work, and overall quality of life. When the injury was caused by someone else’s negligence, the injured person has the right to file a personal injury claim to recover damages for his or her physical and emotional injuries. Vlasac & Shmaruk, LLC, has been representing victims of catastrophic injuries in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for many years. Contact our law firm today to schedule a free consultation with our legal team.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1.7 million Americans suffer a traumatic brain injury every year; of these individuals, 52,000 lose their lives. Traumatic brain injuries leave a lasting mark on those victims that do survive; such injuries are physically and psychologically damaging and can cause cognitive, behavioral, sensory, and communication problems. Brain injuries, which occur when the head is penetrated or struck by a sudden force, can result from auto accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, assaults, and birth injuries. Many brain injury victims are not able to work and become dependent on a caregiver for help with basic tasks. The loss of income, coupled with bills for medical treatment and rehabilitation, creates an overwhelming financial burden.
If your loved one’s brain injury was caused by the careless or deliberately wrongful behavior of another person, our attorneys can pursue financial compensation from that person by filing a personal injury claim.
Spinal Cord Injuries
A spinal cord injury involves trauma to the bundle of nerves encased in the spinal column, which transmits messages from the brain to the rest of the body. When the spinal cord is stretched, twisted, severed, or otherwise damaged, the injury can have temporary or permanent neurological effects. These include complete or partial paralysis, complications with the respiratory, urinary, and gastrointestinal systems, and psychological side effects such as depression and anxiety.
The leading cause of spinal cord injuries is auto accidents, which are frequently caused by reckless, dangerous drivers who have no regard for others’ safety. If a member of your family has suffered a spinal cord injury under these circumstances, he or she could be entitled to financial reimbursement for medical bills, as well as pain and suffering. Financial compensation is helpful, especially when the CDC estimates that a lifetime of spinal cord injury treatment and care typically ranges from $500,000 to more than $3 million.
Burn Injuries
Serious burns can debilitate a victim and require extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation. Burn injuries are caused by contact with heat, chemicals, electricity, and radiation. Burns are classified as first, second, or third degree, depending on how deep they extend into the skin’s layers. The most severe burns can damage the muscles, tissue, and bones, and result in permanent scarring. If your burn injury was caused by another person’s careless actions, speak to one of our attorneys about filing a personal injury claim.
Learn More about Catastrophic Injuries
The attorneys of Vlasac & Shmaruk, LLC, have been representing victims of catastrophic injuries in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for many years. Contact our law firm today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
