Brain and Spinal Cord Injury
When presenting a claim for a catastrophic injury to a judge, jury or insurance adjustor, an attorney must demonstrate the ways in which the accident diminished the victim's life. Although a brain or spinal cord injury is likely to permanently affect all aspects of an injured person's life, the consequences must ultimately be reduced to a number. It is important to ensure that this number is sufficient to provide a lifetime of necessary care.
At Bosco, Bisignano & Mascolo, Esqs., on Staten Island, our lawyers have the skill, experience and resources to effectively handle even the most complicated and complex personal injury claims. Our track record speaks for itself; we have a well-documented record of recovering large settlements and verdicts on behalf of injured clients in both New York and New Jersey.
If someone you love has been seriously injured as the result of someone else's negligence, contact our offices to discuss your potential legal claims with one of our attorneys. During a free consultation, we can help you understand your potential remedies and the likely outcomes of any legal actions.
Effectively Conveying The Consequences of Catastrophic Injuries
Establishing the full and fair level of compensation for catastrophic injuries can be challenging, because it may be difficult to understand the full lifetime consequences of such an injury.
Some changes are readily apparent. After a truck accident, a spinal cord injury resulting in paraplegia or quadriplegia will produce lifetime restrictions on mobility. It may require extensive home modifications, so that the home is accessible. A spinal cord injury may restrict a person's career options or prevent gainful employment entirely.
With brain injuries, the full consequences can be less apparent. Even a seemingly minor injury like a concussion could have life-altering effects. A person suffering from a brain injury following a motorcycle accident or fall may suffer memory loss or dizzy spells. Brain injuries can result in severe personality changes. These consequences can affect the victim's job performance and familial relationships - but this can be hard to quantify. Testimony from family and friends can be invaluable in proving the impact of the personality issues.
When representing people who have suffered catastrophic injuries, our attorneys regularly work with life-care experts, accountants and economists. These experts provide the necessary documentation of injuries and consequences thus helping our clients recover full and fair compensation for their losses.
Contact Our Offices Today
When negligence results in serious and life-changing injuries, justice demands that the responsible party compensate the injured person. We can effectively protect the rights and interests of seriously injured people. To speak with an experienced personal injury attorney at our office, call us toll-free at 888-SI-ACCIDENT (888-742-2243) or e-mail us to arrange a free consultation.
