Carson City Catastrophic Injury Lawyer
Carson City Catastrophic Injury Attorney
A catastrophic injury has the unfortunate potential to completely disrupt your life and force it in a different direction than you prepared for. The aftereffects of a catastrophic injury can have you feeling isolated, ashamed, angry, and wanting to lash out. These feelings are normal, and you may want to pursue justice. Seeking compensation is a good start.
If you have experienced a catastrophic injury in Carson City, you may want to reach out to a Carson City catastrophic injury lawyer to see if you qualify for compensatory damages.
Identifying a Catastrophic Injury
If you have suffered a catastrophic injury, you will recognize and understand it. Catastrophic injuries are a form of personal injury that is defined by their unfortunate permanence, their long-term damage, and the severe emotional distress that comes with them. The pain and mental anguish of a catastrophic injury does not go away easily, if it does at all. The impact of such a wound could be felt forever, and finding yourself again can be difficult.
One step in the right direction toward healing is to take any potentially negligent parties to task in pursuit of compensatory damages. It is not easy to prove negligent behavior in the event of a catastrophic injury. Those responsible may be entirely reluctant to admit fault due to the terrible consequences of their actions, directly or indirectly.
Still, if they are responsible, you can ensure that they are recognized as such in court. You and your personal injury attorney must gather evidence to support your claim. If you can do that, proving your claim in court will be considerably easier. In addition to collecting evidence of their negligent behavior, you will also have to prove the following criteria:
- A duty of care was established and agreed upon by the defendant for the plaintiff.
- The defendant, willingly or otherwise, breached that duty of care by engaging in negligent behavior.
- The breach that was made led to the catastrophic injury taking place.
- The catastrophic injury that was done to the plaintiff has led to a multitude of health problems and undue stress, for which they deserve compensatory damages.
Forms of Catastrophic Injury
An injury is considered to be catastrophic when it results in permanent disfigurement, long-term disability, or some other form of traumatic consequences. They do not always heal, at least not in the way that typical injuries do. Even if they do, they almost always leave behind some rough scarring to constantly remind you of the ordeal that you were forced to go through. Here are just a couple of examples of catastrophic injuries that are reported each day:
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): An injury to the brain is going to have repercussions that echo throughout the body. The brain is the nexus point of the body; the nerve center from which every bodily function takes orders.An injury to the brain, especially a TBI, can cause a multitude of health problems that alter the functionality of the entire body. Symptoms may not manifest immediately. If you believe that you have suffered a TBI, seek medical attention immediately.
- Amputation: Losing a limb is a very traumatic experience that will be difficult to heal from on an emotional level. Losing any piece of ourselves is going to take physical and mental therapy to accept, and it will mess with our body’s inherent equilibrium.Adjusting to your new normal will take time, and it might not happen quickly. You may no longer be able to engage in certain activities without assistance, and that can make you feel frustrated and self-conscious.
FAQs
Q: Is Nevada a Pure Comparative Negligence State?
A: No, Nevada is not a “pure comparative negligence” state. Nevada state law employs a different method called “modified comparative negligence.” Under this doctrine, liability is spread out proportionately to those who are deserving of it, including the plaintiff. If it turns out that your degree of negligence is higher than that of the defendant, you will not be entitled to any compensatory damages. The more you are at fault for the accident, the harder it will be for you to recover any compensation.
Q: What Is the Best Evidence Rule in Nevada?
A: The best evidence rule, under Nevada state law, is a rule that keeps unnecessary or irrelevant evidence from being admitted into the case. It also ensures that evidence that would otherwise be relevant is excluded on the basis of reliability. For example, hearsay evidence would be turned down in favor of direct testimony from a witness who was actually at the scene. The rule exists to ensure that only the most reliable and crucial evidence serves the case.
Q: How Do You Prove Negligence Per Se?
A: To prove “negligence per se” in Nevada, you must prove that the defendant in question did, in fact, break a law. You and your personal injury lawyer must prove that a law was in place specifically to protect people from the harm that was inflicted on you. You must also prove that you are the type of victim the law was put in place to protect. Finally, you must then prove a connection between the defendant’s violation of that law and your injuries.
Q: What Type of Injury Must Exist for a Negligence Claim to Succeed?
A: For a negligence claim to be successfully argued in court, there must be visible bodily harm or property damage present. Emotional distress alone will not be enough to satisfy a negligence claim in court. There must be an obvious, visible injury or significant damage to someone’s property as a result of someone else’s negligence. Otherwise, the case may never make it to court or even reach a settlement.
Reach Out to a Catastrophic Injury Lawyer Today
It can be difficult to ask for help, especially after you have suffered a catastrophic injury. At Easton & Easton, we are determined to help you figure out your next steps for seeking compensatory damages. We can offer you solid legal counsel and a dedicated team who can help you build your case. Contact us to schedule a consultation as soon as you can.
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We were recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a the #1 Personal Injury Settlement in Los Angeles County in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
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Easton & Easton was honored for securing a $20,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 10 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2019 by TopVerdict.com.
Both Doug and Matt Easton have been selected as Top Personal Injury Attorneys by Avvo with scores of 10 out of 10 — based on skill, experience, results, peer evaluations, and client reviews. A perfect score. No room for higher.
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We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $1,850,000 verdict for a client, which was selected as one of the Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in California in 2016 by TopVerdict.com.
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