Getting hurt in an accident is always tough, but when the injury is life-changing, everything gets even more complicated. We’re talking about catastrophic injuries—the kind that turn your world upside down. If you or someone you care about has been through something like this in California, you deserve to know your rights and what you can actually do about it.
So, What Counts as a Catastrophic Injury?
These aren’t your average bumps and bruises. Catastrophic injuries are serious and often permanent. Some of the most common ones include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) that affect memory, mood, and thinking
- Spinal cord damage that could lead to paralysis
- Amputations that change how you live day-to-day
- Severe burns or major disfigurement
- Multiple bone fractures or crush injuries
Injuries like these often happen in car crashes, workplace accidents, slip-and-falls, or situations where property owners don’t maintain safe conditions—and yes, they can be held responsible. If you’re wondering who’s responsible for a property injury in California, it all comes down to who had the duty to keep the area safe and failed to do so.
What Can You Be Compensated For?
In California, if someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you may be able to get compensation for:
- All your medical expenses, both now and down the road
- Lost income if you can’t work like you used to
- Pain and suffering
- Changes to your lifestyle, like needing in-home care or therapy
- Loss of ability to enjoy life the way you did before
And here’s something else—if multiple people were hurt in the same situation (like a dangerous product or a building collapse), you might be able to file a multi-plaintiff lawsuit. It’s a way to combine cases and strengthen your claim.
Don’t Go Through It Alone
Trying to deal with insurance companies or build a legal case while you’re recovering? That’s a lot to handle. A good personal injury lawyer can help you figure out what to claim, gather strong evidence, and fight to get you every dollar you’re owed.
If you’re facing the impact of a catastrophic injury, let’s talk. At Lipeles Law Group, we’re here to guide you, support you, and go after the justice you deserve. Call us at 855.565.2566—we’re ready when you are.