Catastrophic Injury and Wrongful Death

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At the Techmeier Law Firm, S.C., we understand how important it is to help your family recover the full amount of compensation you may be entitled to after a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury or has been killed in an accident. At times like this, you need more than just a compassionate, friendly voice. You need a serious advocate that will fight aggressively and has the case results to prove it. The Techmeier Law Firm, S.C. is here to start helping you fight for your rights today.

Wrongful death

Any time a person or organization acts negligently or engages in conduct that results in the death of another person, a cause of action (lawsuit) for a wrongful death claim may be brought against the negligent party. A wrongful death is different from other types of personal injury claims because the victim is not able to bring the suit. The suit is typically brought by the family members or the decedent's estate. The purpose of a wrongful death suit is to provide relief to family members who have been injured emotionally or financially as a result of the death.

Catastrophic injuries

Catastrophic injuries are best thought of as any injury that fundamentally changes the life of the victim. The injury does not have to include physical immobility. This means that a traumatic brain injury may be considered catastrophic, if the injury prevents the victim from earning a living to the same degree as before the accident.

Catastrophic injuries are not specifically classified as such in the personal injury lawsuit. A successful catastrophic injury claim requires a special level of understanding of personal injury laws and medical matters. Since catastrophic injuries are likely to impact a victim and family for a lifetime, it is important that your attorney understands the full extent of the injury and loss. It is also critical that your attorney knows how to examine insurance policies, procedures, and standard practices that may allow for additional compensation from parties that might not be immediately visible.

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Contact our offices to learn more about our extensive experience in the areas of wrongful death and catastrophic injury claims. For more than thirty years our attorneys have been helping victims and their families recover more than $75 million in personal injury settlements and jury awards. Let us start protecting your rights today.