Henderson Catastrophic Injury Lawyer
Henderson Catastrophic Injury Attorney
Few things can change the trajectory of your life as quickly and as painfully as experiencing a catastrophic injury. In the event of a catastrophic injury, you may have lost a part of who you are. You may be struggling with an identity crisis, and your family may be struggling in their own way. If you have experienced a catastrophic injury in Henderson, you may want to reach out to a Henderson catastrophic injury lawyer to see if your injury qualifies for compensatory damages.
What Is a Catastrophic Injury?
A catastrophic injury is a form of personal injury that is so severe and debilitating that it results in permanent physical or psychological damage. It impedes one’s ability to seek gainful employment and negatively impacts one’s quality of life, possibly forever. They are not to be taken lightly.
Catastrophic injuries can result in paralysis, permanent disability, physical impairment, and other traumatic consequences. Proving that negligence was the initial cause of a catastrophic injury is not always easy. You and your lawyer must gather a significant amount of evidence that supports your claim and proves the following statements as true:
- The defendant owed the plaintiff a certain duty of care.
- That duty of care was breached due to the defendant’s negligent behavior.
- That breach is what caused the catastrophic injury.
- The catastrophic injury has led to a multitude of health problems for the plaintiff.
Types of Catastrophic Injuries
An injury is considered catastrophic when it results in permanent or long-term disability or disfigurement. Here are some of the more common types of catastrophic injuries that happen to people in Henderson who were not expecting them:
- Traumatic Brain Injury: Any injury to the brain runs the risk of causing severe long-term damage in some capacity. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) tends to affect the way the brain works. It can cause you to lose functionality in other parts of your body due to an issue in the brain. Long-term health problems attributed to a TBI have been equated to those of a chronic disease.
- Spinal Cord Injury: The spinal cord is more fragile than we may think. Even the slightest bit of damage to the spinal cord can cause lifelong health problems. The spinal cord is responsible for sending signals from the brain to the rest of the body. If that system is fractured or severed, it can result in full or partial paralysis as well as a loss of various bodily functions.
- Third- or Fourth-Degree Burns: Few things in life are as painful as enduring severe burns, especially burns deep enough to cause internal, permanent damage to the body. Third-degree burns almost annihilate the skin and can damage the muscles, tendons, and bones. If the burn has severely affected the bones and muscles, this can be considered a fourth-degree burn. A fourth-degree burn can result in permanent nerve damage, which actually stops the pain.
- Amputation: Losing a limb, regardless of the reason, is a permanent injury that results in lifelong disfigurement. It will require a significant amount of rehabilitation to get used to a new normal. While prosthetics can help an amputee adjust, it may not be possible for them to engage in certain activities the way they used to before their loss. That psychological effect does not go away so easily, if ever.
FAQs for You Henderson Catastrophic Injury Lawyer
Q: What Qualifies as a Catastrophic Injury?
A: For an injury to qualify as a catastrophic injury, it has to result in permanent damage and long-term recovery that may never fully transpire. The injury often comes with a permanent disability and a complete overhaul in the victim’s quality of life. There is usually severe disfigurement, scarring, and long-term consequences that might not fully heal, no matter how much physical therapy they endure. Catastrophic injuries are life-changing events that force a person to adapt to a situation that they did not prepare for.
Q: How Do I Sue for Pain and Suffering in Nevada?
A: It is actually quite easy to sue for pain and suffering in Nevada. Outside of medical malpractice cases, there is no limit to how much a plaintiff can sue for pain and suffering in the state of Nevada, aside from cases involving medical malpractice. The only caveat is that the number must be fair and reasonable compared to the suffering that was endured. The amount of compensation you may receive will be reflective of the level of pain and suffering that you went through.
Q: What Is Catastrophic Litigation?
A: Catastrophic litigation occurs when a catastrophic injury claim makes it to trial and is argued before a jury. Victims of catastrophic injury tend to elicit quite a bit of sympathy from a jury, as their injuries often speak for themselves. The plaintiff’s lawyer can make quite a case for compensation by describing the plaintiff’s injuries at length and how they came about. A public trial can sometimes do more damage to the defendant and/or their business than a settlement.
Q: How Long Does It Take to Settle a Personal Injury Case in Nevada?
A: A personal injury case could be settled in anywhere from a few weeks to several months. It all depends on a number of specific factors, including:
- The defendant’s willingness to compromise or accept any responsibility for your injury
- The amount of compensation you are seeking
- Whether a jury will find that satisfactory
- How involved your lawyer is in your case
- The amount of evidence you have in support of or against your case
- The full extent of your injuries
Contact a Catastrophic Injury Attorney Today
Facing the aftermath of a catastrophic injury can be humiliating, painful, and even infuriating. You may feel like the entire world is against you, and fate has pushed you into a difficult life moving forward. Regardless of how you ended up in this situation, it is important for you to protect yourself and seek compensatory damages for your injuries. At Easton & Easton, we are determined to help you get what you deserve and fight for your own justice. Contact us to schedule a consultation as soon as you can.
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The superior client service Easton & Easton provides has earned the firm an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Easton & Easton is honored to have been chosen anew each year since 2014 by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers as one of the "Best Law Firms" for the Southern California Metro Area.
Easton & Easton is honored to have been chosen by the LA Times Reader's Choice Poll as "The Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Orange County" for 2018.
Doug and Brian Easton have been selected as Top 100 Trial Lawyers for California each year since 2014 — honors given to less than 1% of attorneys.
Doug and Matt Easton have each been chosen as one of The Best Lawyers in America for Plaintiff's Personal Injury Litigation. Best Lawyers lists attorneys who have earned selection through exemplary legal work that attracts the notice of their colleagues. Lawyers cannot buy their way onto this list.
Brian and Matt Easton were recently honored for their efforts in securing a $1,850,000 verdict for a client in 2016, which was selected as one of the Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in California by TopVerdict.com.
Doug and Brian have each been selected by Super Lawyers, an honor given to less than 5% of attorneys. Matt Easton has been selected among Super Lawyers' Up-and-Coming Top 25 in Orange County and Top 100 in Southern Califonia, an honor given to less than 1% of attorneys under 40 years old.
Easton & Easton is honored to have been chosen as one of the "10 Best Personal Injury Law Firms” in all of Southern California" each year Since 2015 based on client satisfaction — one of the highest honors we could ever hope to achieve.
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Doug and Matt Easton have each been featured as Premier 100 Trial Attorneys for California since 2015 — honors given to less than 1% of attorneys.
Brian and Matt Easton have each earned lifetime appointment to the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum — The Top Trial Lawyers in AmericaTM through the results achieved for their clients. This is an honor given to less than 1% of attorneys in the United States.
Doug Easton has held the “AV Preeminent” Rating for over 30 years and Matt Easton received this prestigious distinction in 2015. The "AV Preeminent" rating is the highest possible rating for both legal ability and ethical standards, and is based on the legal profession’s oldest peer review rating system, dating back to 1887.
Doug, Brian, and Matt Easton have all been chosen as one of the "10 Best" Personal Injury Attorneys in Southern California each year since 2015 based on client satisfaction, an honor given to less than 1% of personal injury attorneys - and Easton & Easton houses three of them.
Brian Easton was selected to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) in 2015. ABOTA is one of the most premier associations of trial attorneys and judges, requiring a certain number of jury trials as lead counsel and approval by a majority vote of the ABOTA board.
Matt Easton has been selected each year since 2014 as one of the Top 40 Trial Lawyers Under 40 for California by The National Trial Lawyers — an honor given to less than 1% of attorneys.
Doug and Matt Easton have each been chosen as one of The Best Lawyers in America for Plaintiff's Personal Injury Litigation. Best Lawyers lists attorneys who have earned selection through exemplary legal work that attracts the notice of their colleagues. Lawyers cannot buy their way onto this list.
Both Doug and Matt Easton have been selected as Top Personal Injury Attorneys by Avvo with scores of 10 out of 10 based on their skill, experience, results, peer evaluations, and client reviews.
Matt Easton has been selected as one of the Top 10 Personal Injury Attorneys Under 40 in California for 2015 by the National Association of Personal Injury Attorneys — an honor given to less than 1% of personal injury attorneys under the age of 40.
Doug, Brian, and Matt Easton have all been selected by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel among the Nation's Top One Percent of Attorneys each year since 2017.
“We look for the human story behind every injury or wrongful death. We prepare our cases for trial; reaching out to the jury with the most compelling evidence possible for the best verdict possible. Insurance companies know this and come to the table prepared to negotiate in good faith. Call us to see how we can turn your story into fair compensation.”
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What Our Clients Say
Coming out of my first auto accident as an adult, a very difficult and scary time to navigate and understand, I was so incredibly thankful to have been put in contact with Easton & Easton. I honestly was lost with how to handle paperwork, doctors, medical costs and what next steps were, and from the moment I spoke with Travis Easton and my case manager Katie, my mind was put at ease. They have made the entire process stress free for me as I recovered, and I am so grateful for them and their genuine care for my case. Communication from the start has been fantastic, especially making clear what my expectations for the entire process would look like, and I truly believe they have my best interest at heart. 100% I would recommend their firm for anyone that is needing representation! Read more…
My experience with Easton & Easton has been amazing! Gabriel Mendoza and my case manager Katie have been so helpful and taken so much stress off my plate. They’ve been super informative and honest and given me very clear expectations. They’ve taken such a terrible experience (my accident) and eased my mind about the outcome. I can’t thank them enough!! Read more…
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The Easton & Easton Law Firm is amazing! The entire team is very helpful and caring. They were always there to answer all my questions. They directed me through the entire process and stayed with me every step of the way. This team is outstanding and were wonderful to work with. Because of the tremendous effort they put on my case they were able to win my difficult personal injury case. I couldn’t have asked for a better law firm to handle my case. They are the Best! Thank you for your patience, professionalism, & guidance! I definitely recommend this firm to handle your case. They go out of their way to fight for your rights. THANK YOU… Read more…
I could not be more pleased with the services provided by the Law Offices of W. Douglas Easton. The senior partner Mr. Easton took the time to meet with me and my wife while I was still in the hospital, where he gave my family hope that there was light at the end of a very long, and very dark tunnel. Matt Easton then worked my case, and because of his dedication, experience and expertise I received a settlement that was larger than I EVER thought possible. It was truly astounding! Matt and the entire team at Easton & Easton looked out for me throughout my recovery, and in the end they gave me my life back. Five stars is not enough. Thanks Matt! Thanks Easton & Easton! Read more…
Brian and everyone at Easton and Easton are simply the BEST at what they do. Brian is thorough, easy to talk to, and truly cares about his clients. If you want a family of attorneys with perseverance and determination to fight for you, give Easton and Easton a call. I am glad I did. Read more…
What an amazing law firm, talk about going above and beyond to make such a painful experience go so well. I have referred a co-worker and a family member to them as well and everyone had such a great experience as I had. Read more…
I can’t say enough amazing things about my experience with Travis Easton at Easton & Easton. Travis and his entire team (Katie, Amy, Dee, Michelle, & Araceli) are phenomenal. It provided me a lot of comfort to know I was being so well taken care of. I was especially impressed that every document for the case was perfectly written and specific to me. Nothing was generic, which shows the level of care and attention they put into each individual case. I had such a great experience and would highly recommend Travis Easton and his firm to anyone going through a personal injury. Travis took a bad situation and made the best of it for me. Thank you again, I’m forever grateful!!
-Allee
Retaining Easton and Easton was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! From the initial consultation to our final meeting, they were nothing short of exceptional. I was forced to retain their services after firing my previous attorney for not handling the case properly. I dealt with Gabriel and Brian (partner) exclusively throughout the case. They did as promised and were great communicators throughout the entire process. I will recommend them to anyone I know going through a personal injury case. They were ultimately able to untangle the mess caused by my previous lawyer and get a result that I was extremely happy with. Their staff is exceptional as well and provided top notch customer service. Amera was also extremely helpful and easy to deal with as well.
I was in a pretty bad car accident and decided to have Easton & Easton represent me, Travis Easton to be specific. Travis Easton and his paralegal made the whole process effortless. They were so understanding and helpful! The entire thing was a gigantic mess, yet Travis managed to make it run like clockwork. I would HIGHLY recommend Easton & Easton! If you are ever in need of a personal defense attorney Easton & Easton is the firm to represent you!
They are the best law firm in Orange County period. Choosing them to represent me was the best decision of my life.
My life changed in a matter of seconds after a catastrophic spinal cord injury that left me disabled. Brian Easton and his team worked on my case non stop for 3 years and provided me the justice I deserved. I couldn’t have been more content.
I was treated with utmost respect and I felt like I was being represented by a close family member. The responses to my questions were quick and clear. What E & E has done for me is phenomenal.
My sincere thanks to Brian, Matt, Travis, Doug, Gabriel and Amera. They are what they are because of their dedication to provide high quality and professional service to their clients.
Brian Easton and his team, Gabe Mendoza and Amera Hajali, helped me during a very difficult time in my life. I had a significant injury from a car accident, and wound up seeking out Easton & Easton when I was having difficulties getting help from my doctors. The Easton team took a lot of stress off of me while acting as my advocates to help me get the care I needed, and saw my case all the way through to a healthy settlement.
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I have nothing but good things to say about Easton and Easton. Brian handled my case professionally and communicated with me effectively throughout the process. He made sure that the process was effortless and as hands free as possible. This was super important for my busy schedule. I highly recommend Easton and Easton if you are ever found in a situation that you need an attorney.
I would highly recommend Easton & Easton.
I was rear ended on my home and pushed into a semi-truck. I was not sure how to go about even using an attorney.
Brian, Gab and Amera were so good about helping me thru the process and representing me.
I was able to concentrate on getting myself better knowing they had my back, taking care of the details and keeping me informed along the way
The best Law firm by far. I would highly recommend Easton & Easton, LLP and ask for Gabriel Mendoza and staff. He and his colleagues did and exceptional service. Thank you for everything. Job well done!
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