Catastrophic Injury

A catastrophic injury, such as paralysis, the loss of a limb, or wrongful death, is tragic and devastating for everyone involved. Not only is the emotional impact severe, but the financial burden can be overwhelming. At Arfaa Law Group, our Baltimore catastrophic injury lawyers are committed to fighting for the rights of victims. We will seek to make the legal process as smooth as possible, allowing for you to focus on your physical and emotional recovery. Our personal injury and wrongful death lawyers are ready to help you explore your options.

Devastating accidents may arise in a wide range of everyday situations, including motor vehicle collisions, slip and falls, or medical malpractice. Most often, they result from negligence, or the failure of one or more parties to exercise the proper degree of care in a certain situation. The standard of care in ordinary situations is defined as how a reasonable person would act in the same or similar circumstances. The standard of care may be more specific in situations involving the negligence of professionals like health care providers, who are expected to meet a standard of care specific to their profession.

Paralysis is one type of catastrophic injury that has devastating results for victims. Paralysis can come in the form of paraplegia, which affects the lower half of the body, or quadriplegia, which affects all four limbs and the torso. Paralysis can be caused by damage to the central nervous system or brain. A spinal cord injury is typically the main cause of paralysis. Another catastrophic injury that happens all too often is amputation. This refers to the surgical removal of all or part of a limb or extremity, such as an arm, leg, foot, or other body part. The loss of any body part can be extremely devastating and result in disfigurement for the patient. Some amputees wear a prosthetic or artificial limb, which can be extremely costly.

Under Maryland law, a wrongful death claim is designed to compensate the surviving family members for the harm they suffered due to their loved one’s unexpected death, such as loss of income, loss of companionship, and loss of support. Maryland also provides for survival actions, which are lawsuits brought on behalf of the estate. These claims compensate the estate for losses such as medical bills, funeral costs, and other expenses stemming from the death. In addition, the estate can potentially recover damages for harm that the victim suffered prior to his or her death, such as pain and suffering.

If you or someone you know has suffered devastating harm as a result of negligence, the Baltimore catastrophic injury attorneys at Arfaa Law Group can advise you on whether you have a claim and represent you vigorously if you do. We have substantial experience advocating for the most seriously injured members of our community. Arfaa Law Group proudly represents victims and their loved ones in Baltimore and surrounding areas. If you need guidance and a medical malpractice attorney, call 410-889-1850 or contact us online to set up a free consultation.