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We understand the profound, lifelong impact a catastrophic injury can have on you and your family. With over 85 years of combined legal experience, we are unwavering in our commitment to fight for the justice and compensation you need—both now and in the years to come. Contact us to speak with a San Jose catastrophic injury lawyer today.
Catastrophic injuries are those that are considered life-altering in such a way that quality of life is gravely compromised and way of life is never again the same. Catastrophic injuries may occur accidentally, but often times some form of negligence plays a significant role in the injury coming about.
Were you or a loved one seriously injured due to the negligence of another party? There is no need to struggle through the consequences, if you were not at fault. Schedule a free case review with one of our experienced catastrophic injury lawyers in San Jose at Caputo & Van Der Walde – Injury and Accident Attorneys to determine if you have a case. Our attorneys are backed by years of experience and are ready to help you obtain just compensation for what you must now endure. After suffering an injury of this kind, get the representation you need from our San Jose catastrophic injury attorneys at Caputo & Van Der Walde – Injury and Accident Attorneys.
Our San Jose catastrophic injury lawyers know how to accurately calculate the full amount of damages owed to you. We can take your case against any major insurance company, medical institution, individual, or corporation and apply the pressure for a fair settlement. No matter how much that compensation amount is once all your damages are added together, we are the team that can handle the case.
From a financial, legal, and emotional standpoint, a catastrophic injury can be devastating. The implications go much further than the injury itself, and it can affect one’s work life and relationships with loved ones.
Accidents are unpredictable, but some situations lead to catastrophic injuries more than others. Common causes of catastrophic injuries are traffic collisions (especially with large trucks), faulty product, dangerous conditions or workplace accidents (construction site accidents), pedestrian accidents, slip and fall accidents, medical malpractice, violent crimes, and dog bites. Catastrophic accidents are often at least partially the responsibility of one or more parties that have exhibited negligence to some degree.
Costs associated with a catastrophic accident are not only those associated with hospital bills and the like, but also those employment wages that have been and will be lost due to diminished capacity and such long recuperation times.
Catastrophic injuries are life-threatening and are often life-changing as well. As a result, the medical treatments for such injuries can be intense. It is unusual for someone to suffer a catastrophic injury and not need extensive medical care, including specialized or experimental methods. In the average catastrophic injury case, the claimant will require:
The costs of medical care can and will get expensive in a catastrophic injury case. Even a single day in the hospital can drain your healthcare reserves. Longer stays will demand even more of your finances.
California has a two-year statute of limitations on most catastrophic injury claims. It begins on the date of the injury or when that injury becomes reasonably apparent. The statute might be different and shorter in some situations, though. For example, claims filed against a public entity can have a brief 6-month statute of limitations instead. If you don’t file a claim within the statute of limitations, then you essentially cannot do so afterward.
The worth of every catastrophic injury claim is unique because it factors in the claimant’s injuries and losses, as well as the defendant’s liability and insurance coverage. The underlying truth to a catastrophic injury claim, though, is that it will have a much greater value than a typical injury claim.
You are not required by law to hire an injury attorney for your catastrophic injury claim, but it is highly suggested. Even the insurance companies defending the liable party sometimes insist that the claimant hires an attorney before going too far in the case because it does not want to be accused later of committing insurance bad faith and coercing you to take a bad settlement.
An injury is considered catastrophic in most cases if it threatens the victim’s life, causes a permanent disability, or permanently affects the victim’s ability to hold gainful employment.
Catastrophic injury cases can be settled in many cases if your attorney can clearly show the defendant that your claim is legally sound. Rather than dragging things out and possibly losing more money through a courtroom battle, most insurance companies will consider a settlement first. That being said, some cases will head to trial if the insurance company thinks it can fight the claim or if it thinks it stands to lose too much if it settles.
As members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum® and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, we have proven our ability to negotiate and litigate on behalf of our clients successfully. Retain us to put our tactical strategies to work for you. These skills are what make our legal team such a formidable opponent in any courtroom or negotiation setting.