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A catastrophic injury results in long-term or permanent disability. These injuries often prevent victims from returning to work or enjoying life as they did before. However, they don’t have to financially ruin you if you have the help of our catastrophic injury lawyers in Hilton Head.
The Thumbs Up Guys at Miller, Dawson, Sigal & Ward Injury Attorneys have helped victims like you get the money they need after a catastrophic injury, such as losing a limb or suffering extensive burns.
Our personal injury lawyers in Hilton Head can help you right now. Call or contact us for a free case evaluation. We’ve won millions in compensation for our clients.
How Our Hilton Head Catastrophic Injury Lawyers Can Help You
The Thumbs Up Guys will immediately begin building your case so you can focus on recovery. Our team will gather medical records, consult with healthcare providers, and document every aspect of your injury’s impact to discover the full value of your claim.
Catastrophic injuries are often far more expensive than they look. We’ll work with medical specialists, life care planners, and economic experts to calculate the true costs you’re facing. The insurers may try to rush you into a settlement, but don’t let them.
Instead, let our attorneys handle all communication with insurance companies and opposing counsel. We negotiate aggressively on your behalf, and if a fair settlement isn’t offered, we’ll take your case to trial. You only get one chance at a settlement. Once you take it, you can’t get more money later.
Types of Compensation Available
Catastrophic injuries require substantially more compensation than typical personal injury cases due to their life-altering nature. While a standard injury might heal within months, catastrophic injuries often require lifelong care and support.
Beyond the immediate costs and standard non-economic damages like pain and suffering, you may be eligible for compensation for:
Lifetime Medical Care Costs
Catastrophic injuries often require lifelong medical attention. Your compensation should cover specialized equipment like wheelchairs, ventilators, prosthetics, regular medical supplies, and medications. We also factor in future surgeries, therapy sessions, and potential medical complications.
Your claim may include costs for home health aides, specialized vehicles, and necessary home modifications like wheelchair ramps, wider doorways, or bathroom renovations. Long-term rehabilitation needs often include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and psychological counseling.
Career and Educational Impact
Catastrophic injuries derail your career path and educational opportunities. If you can no longer pursue your chosen profession, we calculate damages based on your lost career trajectory, including potential promotions, pension benefits, and retirement contributions.
For younger victims, we consider the impact on educational opportunities and future earning potential. This includes lost scholarships, delayed or prevented college attendance, and the difference between pre-injury career prospects and post-injury employment options.
If you require vocational rehabilitation or job retraining for a different career path, these costs should be included in your settlement. We also factor in workplace accommodations and assistive technology needed for future employment.
Quality of Life Damages
The profound non-economic impact of catastrophic injuries on your daily life deserves substantial compensation. We can pursue damages for loss of independence, inability to participate in hobbies or sports, and the emotional toll of requiring assistance with basic daily activities.
Family relationships often change dramatically after catastrophic injuries. Your claim may include compensation for loss of consortium, which covers the impact on your marriage and family relationships. This includes the strain on intimate relationships and changes in family roles.
We also seek compensation for psychological trauma, including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that often accompany catastrophic injuries. The emotional impact of permanent disability or disfigurement requires long-term psychological support.
Why Choose Our Hilton Head Legal Team
We’re your neighbors in South Carolina. Our founding attorneys attended law school right here in South Carolina and have spent their careers fighting insurance companies on behalf of injured individuals like you. We shop at the same stores, visit the same doctors, and raise our families in the same community.
We believe aggressive action leads to success, so we don’t let insurance companies control the process. If they don’t offer fair compensation for your catastrophic injury, our skilled Hilton Head catastrophic injury attorneys are ready to take your case to court. We’ve helped our clients recover millions in settlements and verdicts because we don’t fold – we fight to get results.
You won’t have to wait days or weeks to hear progress about your case. We strive to return all calls within 24 hours. Also, with our no-fee guarantee, you won’t owe us anything unless you get your settlement. Read our testimonials to learn more about our successes.
Contact The Thumbs Up Guys for Help
If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury in Hilton Head, don’t face this challenge alone. The Thumbs Up Guys at Miller, Dawson, Sigal & Ward Injury Attorneys are ready to help you pursue the compensation you need.
Contact our lawyers today for your free consultation. We’ll review your case, answer your questions, and explain how we can help you move forward. Let our experienced Hilton Head catastrophic injury lawyers fight for the results that matter to you.
