Catastrophic Injury
At Cannella Snyder, we are committed to representing those who have catastrophic injuries.
Overview
Catastrophic injuries take more than dollars from you. That’s why at Cannella Snyder we focus on recovering more than the amount billed for hospital stays, medical surgeries, doctor visits, medical devices, and all necessary medications. We fight to recover for your pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of independence, lost income, inability to work, and damages for your permanent injuries, such as scarring or disfigurement.
Don’t suffer in silence. Don’t wait until you have completed all your medical treatment. The sooner you speak with a respected catastrophic injury lawyer, the sooner we can start thoroughly investigating the cause of your injuries and help you get the recovery you deserve.
Case Types
We represent clients in a variety of catastrophic injury cases.
Amputations
The loss of an arm, leg, hand, foot, finger, or toe changes a victim’s life forever.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
A TBI can cause a person to suffer cognitive loss, impair organs, loss of sexual function, and other complications.
Eye injuries
The loss of partial or full vision can cause enormous damage to one’s quality of life and ability to work.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord damage can leave the injured person with nerve damage, physical pain, and paralysis, including quadriplegia and paraplegia.
Burn Injuries
First-, second-, and third-degree burns often leave permanent scars, discomfort, and pain, and may require multiple procedures like expansions and skin grafts.
Bone fractures
Fractures to the spine, limbs, or shoulders can cause permanent disability and pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Catastrophic injuries result in severe, long-term effects on the victim. These injuries often lead to permanent disability, significant suffering, substantial disruption of the person’s life, and significant medical expenses. Common examples include severe brain injuries, spinal cord injuries resulting in paralysis, amputations, severe burns, and other injuries that rob a person of the things in life they most enjoyed.
The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit varies by state. Typically, you have between one to three years from the date of the injury to initiate a lawsuit. In Georgia, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is usually two years from the date of the injury, although there are a few rare exceptions. It’s crucial to consult a lawyer as soon as possible to ensure that your case is handled within the legal time limits.
Yes: If a family member suffers a catastrophic injury and is unable to file a lawsuit themself due to the severity of their condition, you may be able to file on their behalf as a legal guardian or power of attorney. In Georgia, when an injury affects a person’s relationship with their spouse, the spouse may also have the right to file for loss of consortium or companionship in certain cases.
Filing a personal injury claim generally involves several steps:
- Consultation with an Attorney: Discuss your case with a personal injury lawyer to evaluate the validity and potential value of your claim.
- Investigation: Your attorney will collect evidence, such as medical records, accident reports, and witness statements.
- Filing the Lawsuit: Your lawyer will file a legal complaint against the parties responsible for the injuries.
- Discovery Process: Both sides exchange information and investigate the other party’s legal claims and defenses.
- Negotiation and/or Mediation: Before going to trial, there is often an attempt to resolve the case out of court.
- Trial: If a settlement is not reached, the case will go to trial, where a verdict will be rendered.
- Settlement or Judgment: If the case is resolved in your favor, the compensation awarded can be through a settlement or court judgment.
All of Cannella Snyder’s catastrophic injury cases are handled on a contingency basis. That means you pay nothing out of pocket to retain the firm or for expenses incurred during the case. We get paid only if there is a recovery.