In most auto accidents or other adverse events, the injuries sustained by those involved are on the mild or moderate side. There are some cases, however, when there are more serious injuries. These are injuries that are severe in nature and will typically keep a person out of work for an extended period of time. In the worst cases, serious and catastrophic injuries can be permanent and debilitating. When someone suffers a serious injury, it can turn their whole life upside down. Medical bills start to pile up, and there is often some uncertainty about how they are going to get paid. Having to miss work for several months or longer can cause a major financial hardship, especially if the injured person is one of the primary breadwinners in the household. On top of the direct financial costs, there are several hidden costs that those who suffer serious injuries have to deal with. For one thing, a painful injury can keep you up at night and make it almost unbearable to get through the day. Add to that the stress and anxiety of not knowing when the pain is going to go away – which in some cases could be a very long time if ever. Serious injuries have a major impact on not only victims, but close family members as well. Not only is there the potential for a financial hardship, the injury can also significantly alter the way those in the household relate to each other. For example, a child may suddenly be thrust into the role of caregiver (or at least helping with the caregiving) of a parent that they previously saw as a strong provider. The spouse of the injured person is often under enormous stress as they typically end up being the primary caregiver and at the same time they may have to work extra jobs to try to make ends meet. When someone suffers a serious injury that is the fault of another person or party, they deserve to be fully compensated, which will often mean compensation for lifelong care. But sadly, insurance companies typically resist these claims more than standard personal injury claims. Serious injury cases are far more expensive for an insurer, and since their primary objective is to mitigate their losses, they will often expend vast resources to try to minimize the amount of damages they have to pay out. Cases like these also tend to be more complex than a typical accident injury claim, and it is very important for the injured party to work with an attorney who has extensive experience successfully pursuing this type of case. Your Mobile, AL Serious Injury Lawyers At Hedge Copeland, PC, our firm is focused exclusively on personal injury cases. We handle these cases day in and day out, and we have an in-depth understanding of the complexities involved with this area of the law. Each of our attorneys has more than two decades of experience representing injured individuals and their families in Alabama, and over the years, we have handled numerous cases involving serious injuries and recovered millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of our clients. We do things a little bit differently than most other firms. When we meet with a client, we treat them like family, and we handle their case like we would a member of our own family’s. We only take a limited number of cases and any given time, so we can ensure that each case receives the care and attention necessary to secure a favorable result. We have never been intimidated by large insurers and their extensive resources. We have proven over and over that we are willing to take them to trial if they are not willing to negotiate in good faith, and they know that we are serious about litigating the case if need be. Oftentimes, the credible threat of going to court is enough to compel the other side to make a reasonable offer. Types of Serious and Catastrophic Injuries A serious injury is one that will often leave the victim with some type of long-term or permanent dysfunction that prevents them from living in a normal manner. Examples of severe and catastrophic injuries include: There are several types of accidents and events that can result in a serious injury. These injuries often occur in auto accidents, particularly those that happen at higher speeds. Pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists are more susceptible to a severe and catastrophic injury if they are involved in a collision with a motor vehicle, and collisions with large commercial trucks can heighten the chances of severe injuries. Serious injuries can also result from: Pursuing a Serious Injury Claim in Alabama When someone has suffered a catastrophic injury through no fault of their own, they are eligible to file a personal injury claim against the responsible party for monetary damages. Compensatory damages for a serious injury may include: Serious injury cases are more difficult to pursue in states like Alabama, because they apply the “contributory negligence” legal standard. Under contributory negligence, an injured person can be barred from recovering damages if they are found to be in any way at fault for the underlying accident or event (even 1%). This is a high standard to meet, and it is very important to get an experienced attorney involved in your case as early as possible, so your right to recover compensation is not jeopardized. Contact our Seasoned Alabama Serious Injuries Lawyers If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury that was the fault of another party, Hedge Copeland personal injury lawyers, Mobile is ready to go to work for you. We will provide a free consultation to assess your case, and if we take your case, we will not charge you any attorney fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf. To get started, message us online or call our office today at 251-432-8844. We are located in Mobile and serve clients throughout the surrounding area.Serious Injury Attorneys in Mobile, AL
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