Catastrophic Injury and Wrongful Death
What is a catastrophic injury?
A catastrophic injury is a sudden or serious injury or illness that has an enormous impact on the lives of the injured victims. Chappell, Smith & Arden represents the victims of catastrophic injuries and their families. Our attorneys have represented individuals who have been injured in major railroad accidents, trucking accidents, bridge collapses, and workplace accidents.
Chappell, Smith & Arden handles all types of catastrophic injuries
Your potential recovery will be based on the type of injury you or your loved one sustained. We are capable of handling all types of catastrophic injury cases, including the following:
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An understanding of the long-term implications of catastrophic injuries is essential
Some of the consequences of catastrophic injuries may not be felt for years. This can be particularly true for injuries to young children whose injuries may have an effect on how they grow and their future adult abilities. Other examples include people whose injuries have had a serious impact on income and whose injuries may lead to future complications and future loss of earnings.
The litigation team at Chappell, Smith & Arden is experienced with catastrophic injury cases and has the knowledge of the potential long-term effects of these injuries to ensure that our clients receive all of the financial compensation and medical treatment they will need for, potentially, decades to come.
Catastrophic injuries are often very complex and require a skilled attorney to investigate and develop a case
Aside from the devastating losses you might suffer such as loss of use of a limb, loss of mental capacity, or loss of feeling, victims of catastrophic injuries may also suffer complications to their respiratory system, gastrointestinal system, urinary system, or other important bodily functions.
Even with the most complex cases, Chappell, Smith & Arden has the resources and ability to investigate your claim, consult with medical and economic experts, and take any other measures necessary to secure the compensation you desperately need for your recovery.
If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, you may be entitled to compensation
Victims of a catastrophic injury may be entitled to damages, including the following:
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The negligent party's insurance company will have attorneys working hard on their side, and you should, too.
Chappell, Smith & Arden is made up of trial attorneys who will not shy away from taking cases all the way to trial. Often cases will not settle for a reasonable amount without a significant amount of development and preparation. Our attorneys develop and prepare all of our cases for trial and pride ourselves on vigorously defending our clients' rights rather than taking a quick settlement.
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Wrongful Death
Wrongful death claims are the result of a sudden death from acts of gross negligence of another
Although nothing can be done to bring back your loved one, our attorneys can help you obtain financial compensation for expenses, to secure the futures of those left behind, for pain and suffering, medical bills, lost wages, and loss of consortium. We take care of your case while you attend to more pressing family matters.
Chappell, Smith, and Arden handles all types of wrongful death cases
Your legal recourse will vary based on the circumstances of your case. We are capable of handling all types of wrongful death cases, including the following:
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Our attorneys understand the wrongful death litigation and know what to investigate
If your loved one died as the result of someone's negligent actions, we will expose those failures by thorough and diligent investigation. When necessary, we hire qualified experts and provide sophisticated accident reconstruction to help prove your case.
If your loved one is the victim of a wrongful death, you may be entitled to compensation
The family of a wrongful death victim may be entitled to damages, including the following:
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Negligent parties have attorneys working hard on their side, and you should, too
Chappell, Smith & Arden is made up of trial attorneys who will not shy away from taking cases all the way to trial. Often cases will not settle for a reasonable amount without a significant amount of development and preparation. Our attorneys develop and prepare all of our cases for trial and pride ourselves on vigorously defending our clients' rights rather than taking a quick settlement.
