Colorado Springs Catastrophic Injury Attorney
Any accident can be harrowing, but some leave you with severe injuries that impact your life for years to come. These catastrophic injuries can cause victims and their families tremendous difficulties.
Bachus & Schanker’s Elite Litigation Group fights to protect catastrophic accident victims in Colorado Springs and help them recover the compensation they need to move forward.
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What Is A Catastrophic Injury?
Your doctor will not diagnose you as having a catastrophic injury. Therefore, you might wonder how to know whether your injury qualifies as “catastrophic.” While there is no single definition or exhaustive list of catastrophic injuries, these injuries tend to:
- Affect a major organ or function of the body
- Result in permanent effects that never fully heal
- Significantly impact the victim’s daily life or ability to live independently
A catastrophic injury often requires ongoing care or symptom management long after the injury event as well.
Examples of injuries that fit one or more of these characteristics include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord trauma and nerve damage
- Broken joints, especially the hip joint
- Loss of one or more limbs
- Burns, scars, and other disfiguring injuries
Fortunately, a lawyer can accurately determine whether you sustained a catastrophic injury. Speak with an experienced Colorado Springs catastrophic injuries lawyer from the Elite Litigation Group today.
Seeking Compensation For A Catastrophic Injury In Colorado Springs
Suffering a catastrophic injury in a Colorado Springs accident does not mean you receive compensation automatically. There are other facts your attorney must prove. For example, a Colorado Springs catastrophic injury lawyer will gather and present evidence that shows:
Another Person Owed You A Duty Of Care
Generally, every person should behave reasonably and carefully in every situation. This is called a “duty of care.” However, it does not guarantee that accidents will not happen. Instead, it is meant to prevent senseless injury incidents that could be avoided.
The Other Person Violated The Duty Of Care
When another person does not act reasonably in a given situation, they are said to “breach” their duty of care. Therefore, the second element you must prove is that the other person behaved in a way that no other careful person would have acted.
The Unreasonable Behavior Caused Your Injuries
Third, the available evidence must show that the other person’s careless or reckless actions caused your catastrophic injuries. Such behavior does not need to be the sole cause but merely the primary cause. If your actions played a minor role in causing the incident, the compensation you receive may be proportionally reduced.
You Sustained Compensable Losses
Finally, you must show the court that monetary damages can address your injuries. You are generally able to receive compensation for:
- Hospital bills incurred after the accident
- Ongoing medical and therapy needs
- Wages you did not earn because of your accident
- Mental trauma and suffering because of the accident
- Your lifetime earning potential, if you cannot return to your previous job and must accept one with lower pay
You can seek compensation for both losses you already sustained and further losses you will likely suffer. Working with Bachus & Schaner is the best way to ensure you are going after all the compensation you deserve. Contact us today to learn more about your potential recovery.
How We Help Catastrophic Injury Victims In Colorado Springs
Recovering from a severe injury such as a traumatic brain injury can be a challenge. Doing so while investigating, preparing, and pursuing the compensation you need can compound your stress. But with your attorney from Bachus & Schanker, you can focus on your health while your lawyer:
- Gathers your medical records
- Computes the amount your case is worth
- Files your claim for damages within the two-year statute of limitations
- Handles calls from insurers and other attorneys
Your lawyer can also attempt to negotiate a settlement for your claim. A settlement can provide you with compensation quickly following your accident without the need to prove your case at trial. Your attorney will work to get you an appropriate settlement amount and discuss whether accepting it is right for you.
We can also take your damages claim to trial if necessary. Our attorneys know the importance of getting compensation to provide for both your short- and long-term needs. If a settlement does not meet your needs, we are prepared to prove your case and injuries to a judge or jury.
Introducing Our Victim’s Advocate Team
We understand the confusion and worry you might experience because of a catastrophic injury accident. That is why we’ve assembled a special group of advocates to support victims. Your advocate from Bachus & Schanker assists with the following:
- Communicating with you about upcoming hearings and how you will get there
- Helping prepare you to speak in court
- Discussing any relevant findings with law enforcement if the police are investigating a potential crime
Your advocate will become a familiar and welcome companion on the road to recovery. Contact us to learn more about their important role in your case.
Let Our Seasoned Team Fight For Your Recovery
If you have sustained catastrophic injuries in a car accident or other incident, let the knowledgeable attorneys at the Elite Litigation Group go to work for you. You may be entitled to compensation, and we are committed to fighting for your future.
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Written and Legally Reviewed By: Kyle Bachus
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Kyle is a member of the Colorado Bar associations and has served on the Board of Directors of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association for more than twenty years in total. Over the years, Kyle has achieved justice for many clients. He has served on numerous committees and repeatedly won recognition from his peers at both the state and national level. He is proud of the role he has played in the passage of state and national legislation to protect consumers and is a frequent speaker and guest lecturer.