Compensation for Permanent Disability After an Accident
An accident can happen in a split second, turning your life into a living nightmare. Each year, thousands of people experience a catastrophic injury that results in permanent disability, leaving individuals unable to perform activities of daily living (ADL). Between medical bills, lost income, and the strain that such an injury can have on your relationships with family and friends, you may be burdened by a profound sense of hopelessness.
At The Law Office of Mark C. Tanenbaum, P.A., our Charleston catastrophic injury attorneys are dedicated to helping individuals regain control of their lives. If you have been permanently disabled due to another person’s negligence, please reach out to our legal team to learn how we can be of assistance.
Types of Catastrophic Injuries in Charleston, SC
A catastrophic injury is any type of severe injury that results in long-term or permanent impairment. Common catastrophic injuries in a Charleston, SC, accident may include:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Severe burns
- Crush injuries (caused by excessive force or pressure being placed on an organ)
- Traumatic amputations
- Traumatic brain injuries
Damages Awarded in Personal Injury Cases That Result in Permanent Disability
Unlike ordinary personal injury cases, past and future damages will need to be considered when calculating damages for an accident victim who experiences permanent disability. Below, we discuss in detail:
Economic Damages
Damages are awarded to personal injury claimants in an effort to make them whole again. Any pecuniary losses that directly take money away from an injured party are known as economic damages. When an individual suffers permanent disability, economic damages often include:
- Lost wages
- Emergency room care
- Medical imaging and laboratory tests
- Surgeries and procedures
- Physical therapy
- Home modifications
- Future surgeries and procedures
- Loss of future earnings
Noneconomic Damages
While economic damages cover financial losses, noneconomic damages are intangible losses that affect an individual’s quality of life. In a personal injury claim that results in permanent disability, these may include:
- Pain and suffering
- Infliction of emotional distress
- Injury to reputation
- Humiliation
- Loss of consortium
- Inconvenience
- Disfigurement and/or scarring
- Permanent disability
How Does Compensation Differ in Catastrophic Injury Cases?
Unlike most personal injury cases, those who experience a permanent disability have much higher medical expenses. While the cost differs on a case-by-case basis, on average, most permanently disabled accident victims experience medical costs that range from $1.5 to $2.6 million during their lifetime.
Given the ongoing treatments to maintain a satisfactory level of health, accident-related expenses can be all-consuming. This reality can be startling. At The Law Office of Mark C. Tanenbaum, P.A., our legal team understands the uniquity of catastrophic injury cases and the challenges facing individuals who sustain permanent injuries. We strongly believe that the entirety of your losses should be the fiscal responsibility of the negligent party, not you.
Ready to Get Started? Speak with Our Charleston Catastrophic Injury Attorneys Today
Nobody should experience permanent disability without acquiring the financial resources to make a complete physical recovery. If you or a loved one have sustained harm in a personal injury that caused permanent disability, our legal team is ready to help. At The Law Office of Mark C. Tanenbaum, P.A., our team of professionals has been seeking justice on behalf of injured individuals for over 40 years. To learn what our Charleston catastrophic injury lawyers can do for you, contact us online or by phone at (843) 577-5100.