Tampa Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

Accidents in Tampa can happen in the blink of an eye and leave victims suffering devastating, catastrophic injuries. These injuries have the potential to effectively end a victim’s life as they’ve known it prior to injury. Whether you’ve suffered a traumatic brain injury in a car accident along I-275 or you have sustained severe burns in a premises liability case on a property in Forest Hills, an experienced Tampa catastrophic injury lawyer is here to protect your rights. 

Protect Your Rights Following a Catastrophic Injury with Ronald Bone, P.A.

Since 1997, the team at Ronald Bone, P.A., has been helping clients throughout the Tampa area secure the compensation they are owed following a personal injury. We know just how difficult a catastrophic injury can be and how many victims and their loved ones are left with overwhelming medical costs and lost wages, not to mention the complicated emotional toll taken by these injuries. We want to be here for you at this time and help you rebuild your life.

At Ronald Bone, P.A., we are proud to offer client-focused service and aren’t afraid of taking a case all the way to court. In fact, we prepare every case as though it were heading for trial; that way, nothing surprises us or catches us off guard. We have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for past clients and can strive to do the same for you. While past results don’t reflect future outcomes, we are here to work hard on your behalf. 

The attorneys at Ronald Bone, P.A., are AV-rated, the highest rating achievable from Martindale-Hubbell, and have also been honored with a Client Champion Silver designation. We are dedicated to bringing this level of excellence to every case we are entrusted with. 

Types of Catastrophic Injuries Seen in Tampa

In Tampa, a catastrophic injury will leave a victim facing lifelong complications. These injuries generally result in some kind of permanent disfigurement, disability, or eventual death. A catastrophic injury victim will often find that they are unable to return to work due to the lasting impacts of their injuries, and many need 24/7 care and supervision for the rest of their life, depending on the severity of their condition.

In Florida, the following types of injuries are often defined as catastrophic:

• Spinal cord injury. When an individual receives damage to their spinal cord, it can have several effects on their future, depending on the location of the injury. In many cases, victims can be left with partial or complete forms of paralysis from the site of injury down. This can affect one’s ability to use their limbs, as well as their bladder and bowel functions, and can also result in respiratory issues. 
• Traumatic brain injury. In a single year, the United States experiences around 214,000 TBI-related hospitalizations and 69,000 deaths due to traumatic brain injuries. A serious brain injury can cause a victim to suffer a wide range of conditions, including limited mobility, memory issues, reduced cognitive function, or these injuries can even introduce them into a vegetative state. Many victims will require at-home or full-time care.
• Burn injuries. Every year, 40,000 individuals are hospitalized for severe burns in the United States. Burn injuries can lead to extensive disfigurement and even damage nerve endings in the skin. These victims typically spend extended periods of time in the hospital and may experience skin grafts in order to treat areas of their body damaged by burns. 
• Amputations. If you suffer an injury to your hand, arm, leg, or foot that is so severe that your doctor is unable to save it, then they might have to amputate the affected limb. While this kind of treatment can be life-saving, it can also result in physical and emotional trauma and may also lead to issues of chronic pain, and may also require lengthy periods of necessary rehabilitation. 
• Internal injuries. In an accident, particularly in motorized vehicle accidents, a victim may take damage to their body that is invisible to the naked eye. These injuries can include issues such as organ damage, nerve damage, or dangerous and life-threatening internal bleeding. Most often, these injuries happen as a result of penetrating or blunt trauma. 

While these are not the only catastrophic injuries that can count for recovering compensation, they are the most common. At Ronald Bone, P.A., we have clients facing these and many other forms of catastrophic injuries who recover the compensation they deserve, and we are here to help you today. 

Causes of Catastrophic Injuries

In most cases, catastrophic injuries happen as a result of negligence or reckless behavior, but may also happen due to a criminal act. These accidents can all result in tragic consequences and, unfortunately, are not altogether uncommon. At Ronald Bone, P.A., we have helped countless catastrophic injury clients recover compensation after the following kinds of accidents:

• Motorized vehicle accidents. Tampa is no stranger to motorized vehicle accidents. These accidents can include passenger cars and trucks, but also large commercial vehicles like delivery vans or semi-trucks. When two or more vehicles collide into one another, the force of impact can be immense, and the resulting injuries are often devastating and may even be fatal. 
• Premises liability accidents. When you lawfully enter property belonging to another and suffer a catastrophic injury, you may be able to hold the negligent property owner liable for your damages. When a property owner is reasonably aware of a dangerous condition on their property and does not take the necessary action needed to address the condition, serious injuries can happen as a result of this breach of duty. 
• Bicycle accidents. In Florida, cyclists are exposed to more dangers than practically everyone else using the roadway. They are also more prone to becoming victims of distracted drivers, even if they are using a designated biking lane. Due to an overall lack of protection, when a cyclist is hit in Tampa, the injuries can be horrific and even deadly, especially when not treated right away. 
• Slips and falls. When you suffer a slip-and-fall on someone else’s property, the damage you have suffered might include a catastrophic injury. Slip-and-fall accidents are a type of premises liability claim and often involve slipping, falling, and being injured due to conditions like torn or loose carpeting, poor lighting, missing or broken handrails or guardrails, uneven floor surfaces, wet or slick flooring, and uncleared debris.

In all cases of catastrophic injury, the cause can be traced back to some form of human negligence or error. When your catastrophic injury has been caused by another party’s negligence, you are likely entitled to some form of compensation, and the attorneys at Ronald Bone, P.A., can take the necessary action to secure the compensation on your behalf.

Compensation You May Be Able to Recover for a Catastrophic Injury

In cases of catastrophic injury, there are a multitude of different forms of compensation you may be able to recover. At Ronald Bone, P.A., we can review your case and help calculate this compensation, which could include:

• All medical expenses related to your injury
• Lost wages, lost employment benefits, or loss of your future earning capacity
• Physical pain and emotional suffering damages, loss of the enjoyment of life, and loss of consortium
• Punitive damages
• Wrongful death damages

FAQs

Q: How Are Catastrophic Injuries Treated?

A: Once a victim has been stabilized, there are several ways your medical team might go about your ongoing treatment for a catastrophic injury. Treatment plans can often include physical therapy or occupational therapy, care from neuropsychologists and neurologists, as well as pain management therapists, and speech and language therapists. 

Q: What to Do Following a Catastrophic Injury?

A: Following a catastrophic injury, there are certain steps to take if you are physically able to do so. If you are not able to take these steps, a nearby witness can be instructed to do so. These steps include calling for emergency medical services and calling the police, gathering evidence such as videos and photos of your injuries and the accident scene, receiving medical treatment, and contacting a personal injury lawyer as soon as you’re able. 

Q: Can Electrocution Cause Catastrophic Injuries?

A: Yes, electrocution can lead to catastrophic injuries. While these are often less common, they are no less severe and can result in devastation and even death. The severity of your electric shock injury will depend on the voltage and the path the electricity takes through your body. Often, these injuries can affect and damage the skin, nerves, vital organs, and muscles of the victim.

Q: How Long Does It Take to Settle a Catastrophic Injury Claim?

A: A catastrophic injury claim may take longer to settle due to the fact that it can take longer to heal from these injuries. Other factors that can affect the timeline of a catastrophic injury claim include the complexity of the case, the availability of the courts, the availability of the evidence that helps support your claim, and the liable party’s willingness to cooperate. 

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If you have suffered a catastrophic injury in Tampa, you need to hire a catastrophic injury lawyer as soon as possible. At Ronald Bone, P.A., we are here to serve you. Contact our offices today to learn more regarding our legal services and to schedule your initial consultation with our results-oriented team.