Catastrophic Injury Attorney Fighting For Compensation
A catastrophic injury can affect nearly every part of your life. You may need ongoing medical care, changes to your home or vehicle, help with daily tasks or a new career path.
At Faisal Shuja Injury Attorneys LLC, our founder, attorney Faisal Shuja, handles catastrophic injury claims involving serious, life-changing injuries. He looks at your current losses and how your injury may affect you in the years ahead.
What Are Catastrophic Injuries?
Louisiana does not have one general legal definition of a catastrophic injury for personal injury claims. The term generally refers to injuries that leave lasting effects on your health, ability to work, independence or quality of life.
Catastrophic injuries may include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Paralysis
- Severe burns
- Amputations
- Multiple serious fractures
- Major organ damage
For some people, a catastrophic injury may end a career or make it hard to return to the same type of work. Serious car crashes, 18-wheeler crashes, workplace incidents and defective products can all cause catastrophic injuries.
Compensation For Catastrophic Injuries In Louisiana
The cost of a catastrophic injury may go far beyond your first hospital visit. Serious injuries can require ongoing care, therapy, medical equipment or help at home. A claim may need to cover the costs you face now and the losses you may face later.
Depending on your case, compensation may include:
- Emergency treatment and medical expenses
- Future medical care and rehabilitation
- In-home care and medical equipment
- Lost wages and future earning capacity
- Home and vehicle changes for accessibility
- Physical pain, emotional suffering and loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium affecting family relationships
Some cases may also involve exemplary damages when Louisiana law allows them, including certain cases involving intoxicated drivers.
The full cost of a catastrophic injury may not be clear at first. At Faisal Shuja Injury Attorneys LLC, we look at your current and future needs to build a claim that covers the losses you may face. This can be especially important when an injury requires ongoing care or affects your ability to work.
Common Questions About Catastrophic Injuries
If you or someone you love has suffered a life-changing injury, here are answers to some questions you may have.
What qualifies as a catastrophic injury in Louisiana?
Louisiana does not have one general statutory definition for catastrophic injuries in personal injury law. Severe injuries that cause permanent disability, major loss of function or lasting changes to your ability to work or live on your own may be considered catastrophic.
How long do I have to file a catastrophic injury claim?
Louisiana generally gives you two years to file a personal injury claim, starting when the injury or damage occurs. The deadline may vary depending on the type of claim and the facts of your case.
What if the insurance settlement offer doesn’t cover my future medical needs?
If an insurance settlement offer does not cover your expected future medical care, you do not have to accept it. Before agreeing to a settlement, consider the cost of ongoing treatment, rehabilitation, economic damages and other long-term needs.
Talk To A Catastrophic Injury Lawyer
A catastrophic injury can leave you with difficult questions about your health, finances and future. Faisal Shuja Injury Attorneys LLC offers a free, no-obligation case evaluation where you can discuss what happened, your injuries and your options.
Call 504-356-9924 or email us to schedule a free consultation.