Naperville Catastrophic Injuries Attorneys

Attorneys Fighting for Victims who Suffered Severe Injuries in Naperville, IL

In many cases, accidents are not thought of as long-term problems. After a period of recovery, a person can usually resume their normal life and carry on. However, when tragedy strikes, a catastrophic injury can upend your life in an instant. These injuries can have severe, life-altering consequences, and they may affect your independence, your employment, and your ability to enjoy life. In these cases, pursuing a personal injury claim can help you make sure you will have the support you need to adjust to your dramatically transformed life.

If you have suffered a catastrophic injury in Naperville, you should seek out the aid of a skilled personal injury attorney. At Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC, our lawyers are prepared to provide you with fierce representation, going up against insurance companies to secure the compensation you deserve.

Causes of Catastrophic Injury

A severe, life-changing injury can occur without warning. Our personal injury attorneys can provide counsel and representation for any of the following causes of catastrophic injury and more:

• Car accidents: Even with modern safety innovations, a motor vehicle accident still has the potential to inflict severe damage. A collision with a distracted or drunk driver can result in injuries ranging from broken bones to paralysis.
• Truck accidents: A collision with a semi-truck or tractor-trailer can completely crush your vehicle. You could suffer severe bodily harm, including amputations or other injuries resulting in disabilities.
• Motorcycle accidents: Motorcyclists are always exposed to danger on the roadway. A collision with a car can knock you off your motorcycle and cause life-threatening damage. Even when wearing a helmet, serious head and brain injuries are likely to occur.
• Pedestrian accidents: A pedestrian struck by a vehicle may suffer broken bones or other severe injuries that will require urgent medical attention and could result in disabilities.
• Premises liability: Something as simple as a slip and fall due to a property owner's negligence can incur devastating bodily harm, especially if you fall on your head or back.
• Medical malpractice: A botched surgery or other situations involving negligent medical care can worsen an existing health condition, resulting in irreversible damage.

Our lawyers will meet with you individually so we can familiarize ourselves with your case. Soon after, we will begin a meticulous search for evidence that shows the extent of your injuries and who was at fault.

Types of Catastrophic Injury

Catastrophic injuries can take different forms, and they often involve critical damage to vulnerable parts of the body. Common examples of catastrophic injuries include:

• Organ Damage: A forceful impact can rupture your organs in ways that are not always obvious, such as internal bleeding or a rib fracture.
• Loss of Vision: A serious accident can leave you blinded in one or both eyes. A car accident involving broken glass may result in a blinding injury if the face is struck directly.
• Loss of Limb: In dire cases, your limbs could be crushed or severed, and amputation may be necessary.
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs): A sudden blow or jolt to the head can cause permanent brain damage, affecting your ability to think, reason, or recall information.
• Spinal cord injuries: The spinal cord is integral for controlling your body's movement. As such, any damage to the spinal cord can cause varying degrees of paralysis.

Our firm has served clients for over two decades, and in that time, we have won significant settlements for clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries, including $6 million for a client who had been hit by a construction vehicle.

Meet With a Naperville, IL Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

The fallout of an accident can change your life forever. At Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC, we are determined to fight for clients in Naperville. We believe in protecting your right to receive compensation after a catastrophic injury, and we will fight to ensure that you will have the financial resources you need. To schedule a free consultation, contact us at 630-364-2188 today.