RIVERSIDE
CATASTROPHIC INJURY ATTORNEY

A major accident with catastrophic injuries can forever change all aspects of your life. A catastrophic injury is a broad legal term that can apply to many different kinds of injuries caused by a wide range of situations. For the victim and his or her family, these injuries usually mean one thing: a lifetime of impaired function and dependence on family and other caregivers. If you or a loved one is suffering from a catastrophic accident caused by the negligence or recklessness of another party, you need an attorney that can help.

The Riverside catastrophic injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates will work hard to get you the settlement that you are entitled to. Our compassionate legal team is here to help you and your loved ones through this difficult time.

With multiple offices located in Riverside, Irvine, Los Angeles, El Segundo, and San Diego, our personal injury attorneys represent victims of catastrophic injuries across Southern California. For more information or to schedule a complimentary consultation with a lawyer, please call 888-848-5084.

What Is a Catastrophic Injury?

A catastrophic injury is an injury that is so serious that it leaves the victim with permanent damage and long-term, life-altering consequences. Catastrophic injuries are typically caused by some sort of physical harm to the brain and/or spinal cord which can have a significant short- and long-term impact on a victim’s functional capabilities. Catastrophic injuries also seriously impact the victim’s family members who must make certain sacrifices to ensure that they receive proper care and attention.

Catastrophic injuries involve:

• Permanent disability or loss of function
• Inability to work full-time
• The need for lifelong assistance, care or accommodations
• The need for medications for life
• The need for prosthetics or assistive devices (like walkers, canes, and wheelchairs)
• Severe scarring or disfigurement
• Spinal cord injury
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Amputation
• Loss of sight (acquired blindness)
• Loss of hearing (acquired deafness)
• Severe burn injuries
• Paralysis

When the legal team at the Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates represents clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries, they evaluate and document the overall impact on their lives. They not only consider how you are after the crash, explosion, or fall that caused the catastrophic injuries, but the Riverside catastrophic injury lawyers also investigate how your life will be impacted years into the future. Catastrophic injuries typically involve not only physical injuries and limitations but also family life, work-life, and a person’s ability to enjoy life.

Common Causes of Catastrophic Injuries

A catastrophic injury can happen in a blink of an eye, and forever change your course of life. These types of serious injuries are often caused by unforeseen events such as fires, acts of violence, or dangerous sporting events. Some of the other common causes of catastrophic injuries include:

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Slip and fall accidents
• Workplace accidents
• Construction accidents
• ATV accidents
• Boating accidents

If you have suffered catastrophic injuries, it is likely that you have also suffered long-term or permanent disabilities. These disabilities can shorten your life, as well as present ongoing medical problems, physical pain, and emotional suffering. Catastrophic injuries can also wreak havoc on your financial livelihood.

Our Riverside catastrophic injury lawyers are dedicated to helping our clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries because of another party’s recklessness, carelessness, or misconduct to get the maximum compensation that they deserve under the law.

Who Can Be Found Liable for Catastrophic Injuries?

California is a comparative negligence state, which means that several parties may share responsibility when reckless or negligent actions result in catastrophic injuries. An experienced catastrophic injury law firm will conduct a thorough investigation of your case to determine all responsible parties who may be liable for your injuries. Some possible parties that may be held responsible for catastrophic injuries include:

• Motorists — Since catastrophic injuries commonly happen during motor vehicle crashes, the other motorist (or drivers) involved may be negligent.
• Vehicle Owners — You should think twice before you let anyone, even your friend, borrow your car. As the vehicle’s owner, if the person you let borrow your car gets into an accident, you may still be found liable in a catastrophic injury case.
• Employers — If you suffer catastrophic injuries from an employee who was on the clock, their employer may have contributed to the circumstances leading to the catastrophic injuries.
• Landowner or Tenant — Premises liability and slip and fall claims often arise from the negligent actions of businesses, homeowners, and renters.
• Manufacturers — Any company responsible for the manufacturing, transportation, and retailing of a defective product that causes catastrophic injuries may ultimately be found responsible.

Damages and Compensation in Catastrophic Injury Lawsuits

If you or a loved one suffered catastrophic injuries due to the negligence or reckless actions of another party, it is easy to quickly feel overwhelmed, especially financially. It is imperative to immediately hire an experienced and aggressive accident attorney who specifically handles catastrophic injury cases to handle your case.

These types of cases generally require extensive proof that you are suffering from a long-term disability that impacts your quality of life. The settlement in catastrophic injury cases is designed to make you whole once again and help you gain financial stability after the accident that caused your injuries. Depending on the specific facts of your case, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Loss of income
• Loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of consortium
• Loss of love and companionship
• Out of pocket expenses related to the accident

The Riverside catastrophic injury lawyers at the Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates will investigate all the facts of your case to make sure you get the maximum compensation that you deserve.

Types of Catastrophic Injury Claims We Handle

Our experienced catastrophic injury lawyers are able to represent clients suffering from all types of serious injuries, including:

• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Burn injuries, electrocutions, and severe scarring
• Internal organ damage
• Multiple bone fractures
• Amputations

Victims of catastrophic injuries have the legal right to pursue financial compensation for their losses. In order to get the full extent of the damages that you deserve, you need to hire an aggressive catastrophic injury attorney. The Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates have represented thousands of severely injured victims and their families. Our goal is to help you and your family members reclaim your lives and obtain a sense of justice and financial security.

Why Trust Law Offices of Saner Habbas with Your Catastrophic Injury Case?

For decades, we have focused exclusively on personal injury law. The catastrophic injury attorneys at our law offices have knowledge that can only be developed by handling so many cases over the years. Our goal is to get our injured clients the maximum compensation they deserve to recover from a serious injury.

Our success in handling catastrophic injury cases is directly linked to our meticulous investigations of the facts and circumstances of each case. Our experienced legal team will work hard to get the full monetary damages that you and your loved ones deserve.

Contact an Experienced Riverside Catastrophic Accident Attorney

If you or a loved one has suffered catastrophic injuries in an accident caused by the negligence of another party, the experienced catastrophic accident attorneys at the Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates can help. We have the experience, resources, and compassion to ensure that you will obtain the best representation when you need it the most.

With multiple offices located in Riverside, Irvine, Los Angeles, El Segundo, and San Diego, our personal injury lawyers represent victims of catastrophic injuries across Southern California. For more information or to schedule a complimentary consultation with a Riverside attorney, please call 888-848-5084.