No Injury Too Serious For Florida Personal Injury Lawyers

A catastrophic injury or illness typically occurs suddenly and without warning and requires significant medical treatment. Accidents in which people suffer severe burns, head injuries, loss or paralysis of limbs or loss of eyesight or hearing are catastrophic.

A catastrophic injury or illness may result in severe disruption to the central nervous system. Many body functions may be affected by catastrophic injury:

  • Movement;
  • Sensation;
  • Communicative and cognitive abilities;
  • Respiration;
  • Circulation;
  • Skin;
  • The urinary system;
  • The gastrointestinal system; and
  • Other body systems.

Catastrophic injury victims and their families often experience significant life changes as they progress through acute hospitalization, rehabilitation and return to home and community. Some people recover from their catastrophic injuries. However, others may suffer the following:

  • Permanent disability;
  • Extreme pain and suffering;
  • A significantly shortened lifespan; and
  • Permanently altered lifestyles and work abilities.

A catastrophic injury or illness can affect how you live. You and your family may have to make adjustments in every aspect of your lives to function day to day. There may be tasks that have to relearned and months, if not years, of physical, vocational and occupational therapy.
If a catastrophic injury or illness was caused by the negligent or intentional act of another or by a dangerous or defective product, a personal injury claim by the victim may help decide your future quality of life, including the quality of the medical care and other support you may need.

Catastrophic injury cases are among the most complex cases and require specialized legal help. At Overchuck & Byron, P.A., we understand the extensive treatment and recovery process often needed in catastrophic injury or illness cases. We can help you receive the compensation that you and your family deserve. Cases typically involve claims for pain and suffering, reimbursement for past and future medical care, and loss of earnings.

If you or a family member have suffered a catastrophic injury or illness, the attorneys at Overchuck & Byron, P.A. are available to answer your questions. Please send your inquiry by using the form on our Contact Us page or email us.