What qualifies as a catastrophic injury in California? – Mitchell & Danoff Personal Injury Law Firm

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So in short, catastrophic injury is one that permanently changes and or alters your life either physically, emotionally, or financially. These are not typical soft tissue injuries, sprains, or minor fractures. California, these injuries often lead to long-term medical care, long-term loss of income or earning capacity, and sometimes the need for lifelong assistance. Because the impact is so serious, catastrophic injury cases usually involve larger settlements or verdicts and more aggressive legal fights. You may be

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entitled to compensation for medical bills, future care, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, and more. One final note, insurance companies often fight very hard in these cases because of the amount of money involved, which is why having the right legal team matters.

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