If you or a loved one has suffered a serious and catastrophic accident, you may face significant expenses for complete recovery. Compensation not only covers economic damages but also your pain, emotional distress, suffering and loss of enjoyment of life.
What Makes an Injury "Catastrophic"?
A catastrophic injury is one that results in long-term disability or permanently prevents an individual from performing any gainful task. This often involves physical or mental deformity including:
- Paralysis
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Organ damage
- Loss of limbs or amputation
- Severe burns
- Head traumas
What Can You Claim For?
- Lost wages and future earning capacity
- Prosthetics and assistive devices (walkers, wheelchairs etc.)
- Medical treatment including diagnosis and ongoing treatment expenses
- Counselling for emotional distress
- Help from caregivers or home health aides
- Ongoing physical therapies
- Loss of consortium
For the whole family: A catastrophic injury affects not only the injured person but the entire family. Rileys Solicitors works to ensure the whole family receives the support and financial provision they need.
What to Do After a Catastrophic Injury
- Find specialist solicitors — Share all necessary details with Rileys Solicitors to build your case
- Maintain records — Document all aspects of your recovery, expenses, and communications with doctors
- Gather evidence — Medical records, personal records, and documentation of all expenses
Why Choose Rileys Solicitors?
Rileys Solicitors believes the consultation process should never be complicated. Our expert team will guide you fully from the start. We offer a Conditional Fee Agreement — if successful, your opponent pays the legal fees and any remaining fee comes from the compensation award.