Top Catastrophic Injury Attorney

Federal law states that a catastrophic injury is “an injury, the direct and proximate consequences of which permanently prevent an individual from performing any gainful work,” under 42 U.S. Code § 3796b.

By general definition, a catastrophic injury is a severe injury that leaves a victim with long-term and, often, life-altering impacts.

A catastrophic injury must:

1. be chronic or permanent,
2. severely reduce or completely eliminate someone’s ability to live and work independently, and
3. requires intense medical care.

TBIs, amputations, paralysis, and disfigurement are all commonly considered to be catastrophic injuries.

The amount of damages can vary by severity of the injury and its impact on future gainful employment. Typically, financial losses recovered include medical bills, ongoing physical therapy expenses, long-term care costs, and lost income. Non-economic damages include pain and suffering, loss of consortium, and a decrease in quality of life.

Susan E. Loggans & Associates operates on a contingency-fee basis. That means you only pay if you win.

Payouts in personal injury cases can vary widely depending on factors like the severity of the injury or impairment and the exact cause of the injury. That said, the median award is roughly $31,000.

The statute of limitations on personal injury cases varies depending on factors like the age of the victim, the date of injury or date of discovery of the injury, and location.

In Chicago, the statute of limitations for catastrophic personal injury cases is usually two years from the date of injury, although exceptions apply, including for victims that are under 18 years of age.