Catastrophic Injuries

St. Petersburg Catastrophic Injury Attorneys

Serving Florida Since 1994

Our experienced team is dedicated to providing unparalleled legal support for those who have suffered life-changing injuries. Navigating the aftermath of a catastrophic injury is daunting, both emotionally and financially.

Our experienced attorneys are committed to fighting for your rights, ensuring you receive the compensation you need to rebuild your life. With a compassionate approach and a proven track record, we stand by your side, offering the expertise and advocacy necessary to achieve justice and secure your future.

What Defines a Catastrophic Injury?

A catastrophic injury is an injury of such severity that it results in long-lasting or permanent impairment and requires substantial medical intervention. Such injuries often affect critical parts of the body like the brain, spinal cord, or major limbs, leading to significant disabilities.

The impact of a catastrophic injury extends beyond physical damage, encompassing emotional and financial challenges, as victims often need prolonged medical care, rehabilitation, and support to manage their condition and adapt to their new reality.

Damages That Can be Recovered After a Catastrophic Injury

After experiencing a catastrophic injury, victims may recover various types of damages to address the profound impacts on their lives. These include economic damages such as medical expenses, covering costs for immediate care, surgeries, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatments.

Additionally, victims may seek compensation for lost wages due to their inability to work during recovery and potential future earning capacity losses. Non-economic damages, crucial for addressing intangible losses, include pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.

Punitive damages may also be pursued in cases involving egregious negligence or misconduct, aiming to punish wrongdoers and deter similar behavior in the future.

Common Causes of Catastrophic Injuries

Catastrophic injuries can arise from various common causes, each presenting significant risks to individuals' health and well-being. Car and truck accidents stand out as a leading cause, often resulting in severe injuries like traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord damage due to high-speed collisions.

Workplace incidents, particularly in construction and manufacturing, also frequently lead to catastrophic injuries such as falls from heights, machinery accidents, and exposure to hazardous materials. Medical malpractice represents another significant cause, where errors during surgery or misdiagnoses can result in life-altering consequences like permanent disabilities or severe infections.

How an Attorney Can Help You

Hiring a catastrophic injury attorney is essential for navigating the complexities of legal proceedings and ensuring you receive fair compensation for your injuries.

We have the expertise to assess the long-term impact of your injuries on your life and finances, advocating for compensation that covers medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, and future care needs.

With our knowledge and dedication, they provide crucial support during a challenging time, allowing you to focus on recovery while they pursue justice on your behalf.

Get Help Today

Our catastrophic injury attorneys are dedicated to advocating for those who have suffered life-altering injuries. We understand the complexities and challenges that accompany catastrophic injury cases, and we are committed to providing compassionate support and vigorous legal representation.

With our expertise in navigating the legal system and securing substantial compensation, we strive to empower our clients to rebuild their lives with dignity and financial security. If you or a loved one has experienced a catastrophic injury, do not hesitate to contact us for a consultation. Let us help you pursue justice and achieve the compensation you deserve.

Don’t wait to get help. Call our team at (727) 240-3050 to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation.

What Sets Us Apart?

Reasons to Trust Burnetti, P.A. with Your Case
  • A Proven Record of Results

    We have recovered millions of dollars for our clients, including many multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements.

  • A Culture of Customer Service

    We treat all of our clients like family, requiring regular calls to clients in an effort to promote the best possible client experience.

  • Decades of Unwavering Service

    Our firm has proudly served injured people throughout the state of Florida for 30 years, and we're just getting started.

  • A Network of Support

    We help clients find doctors, deal with insurance companies and recover compensation for medical bills and lost wages.

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    - Gerard E.
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