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Stalwart fights and wins lawsuits for victims of catastrophic injuries, securing justice and substantial compensation for those who have suffered life-changing accidents. With extensive experience handling complex catastrophic injury claims, we understand the profound physical, emotional, and financial toll these events can have on you and your loved ones. At Stalwart, our mission is not only to win cases but to empower our clients, helping them reclaim their lives and build a stable, prosperous future.

Is someone you love dealing with the pain and uncertainty of a catastrophic injury? If so, don’t fight this battle alone. Our trial attorneys have the experience, the success rate, and the legal mastery to win the settlement you and your family deserve. Reach out today to move forward with strength.

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What is a Catastrophic Injury?

The term “catastrophic injury” describes severe injuries that result in permanent or long-term disability, disfigurement, or a significant loss of cognitive function. Technically, there is no universally accepted legal definition of catastrophic injuries, but they almost always involve the brain, spinal cord, or critical damage to other vital bodily systems.

A key factor of these injuries is that victims cannot return to their previous way of life post-accident, as they may face limitations such as brain damage, physical disabilities like paralysis, and a shortened lifespan.

Catastrophic Injury Cases

Catastrophic injury cases involve the most devastating life events imaginable, making them extremely high-stakes for the plaintiff and the defendant. Settlements can reach dozens of millions of dollars, as victims often require extensive rehabilitation and lifelong caretaking.

We have litigated and tried all types of catastrophic injury cases and other severe personal injury cases. Stalwart’s lawyers advocate relentlessly for victims of these horrible accidents and bring justice to the negligent parties that cause them. Below is a list of common case types:

Automobile Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Work-Related Accidents, such as perilous falls
Construction Site Injuries
Motorcycle Accidents
Pedestrian Injuries and Bicycle Accidents
Sports Injuries
Assaults and Violent Crime

Because of their complexity, catastrophic injury cases demand a high level of legal expertise and a deep understanding of the medical and financial consequences involved. To win enough financial support, all economic and non-economic damages must be accounted for, from hospital bills to emotional suffering and punitive damages.

Why Choose Stalwart for Your Catastrophic Injury Lawsuit?

As masters of legal strategy, evidence analysis, and courtroom debate, our catastrophic injury lawyers have championed some of the most complex lawsuits in California history. We give your story the conviction and clarity it deserves, and compel jurors to deliver a verdict that brings peace to your family.

Stalwart catastrophic injury attorneys thrive when the stakes are highest. If you or your family has suffered a catastrophic injury, you need more than just a lawyer. You need a voice. Let us tell your story like we have for the families of the following cases:

$14 Million

Catastrophic injury case against LA Fitness when a patron suffered brain damage due to improper CPR and a lack of emergency planning.

$68 Million

A hospital patient suffered a brain injury after a surgeon prematurely left the operating room. We defended the patient’s claim and delivered one of the highest brain injury verdicts in California history.

$9 Million

Awarded to a man who suffered paralysis from a car accident. Our lawyers proved that the roadway was designed negligently, contributing to the man’s catastrophic injury.

$6 million

Awarded to a boy who became paralyzed after suffering a spinal cord injury on a school playground. Our verdict held the school responsible for the boy’s injury, awarding his family the money they needed to heal.

Catastrophic Injury Examples

Catastrophic injuries manifest in many different ways. Common examples include:

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
Spinal Cord Injuries
Amputations
Multiple Bone Fractures
Severe Burns
Birth Injuries
Organ Damage
Wrongful Death
Other severe injuries that inflict disfigurement or disability.

When filing your claim, it’s imperative to choose a lawyer who understands the intricacies and mechanics of these injuries. The right catastrophic injury attorney will have vast medical and legal knowledge, capable of connecting the specifics of your bodily injury with the legal implications that demand a maximum settlement for your case.

Schedule a Free Consultation with our Team of Catastrophic Injury Attorneys

Choosing Stalwart for your spinal cord injury case means choosing experienced lawyers you can trust. If you’re ready to join forces with the best legal team in Southern California, contact our attorneys today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between catastrophic injury and personal injury?

A catastrophic injury claim is a type of personal injury claim, and the main difference between them is the victim’s state after the incident. Personal injury cases may involve concussions, slip and fall accidents, sprains and fractures, or food poisoning, while catastrophic injury cases involve life-threatening accidents that can change a person’s way of life forever. Catastrophic injury cases also command higher settlements than personal injuries.

What is the statute of limitations for catastrophic injury claims in California?

Like personal injury claims, you must file your catastrophic injury lawsuit within 2 years of the date of your injury. However, medical malpractice cases have their own statute of limitations (one year instead of two), with varying restrictions.

What constitutes a catastrophic sports injury?

Catastrophic injuries that happen while playing sports (whether that’s cheerleading, football, swimming, or any other sport) have the same qualifications as non-sports-related injuries. If you suffer a severe injury while playing sports, resulting in temporary or long-term disability, you may have grounds for a catastrophic injury claim.

Is a broken arm considered a catastrophic injury?

Because broken arms heal with time, they are not normally considered catastrophic injury cases. However, in severe cases, a broken arm may lead to a catastrophic injury claim if it is damaged or fractured to an extent that results in permanent disability.

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