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Catastrophic Injury Attorney in Las Vegas, NV

A catastrophic injury can have devastating and long-term consequences, not just for the person injured, but for their family, friends, and loved ones. Carvalho and Associates has decades of experience representing the victims of catastrophic injury. We work tirelessly and aggressively to fight for our clients’ rights, negotiate on their behalf, prepare a strong case in court, and secure compensation for financial and non-financial damages. If you are a victim, you have rights and recourse against the person or parties liable for your injuries. Call us now to set up a free consultation with a catastrophic injury attorney in Las Vegas, NV.

Understanding How the Law Defines Catastrophic Injury

When you visit us for a legal consultation, we will review the circumstances and details of your case to determine if it is classified as a catastrophic injury under Nevada law. Nevada law defines a catastrophic injury as one that causes permanent impairment to the victim. That means that the physical and/or mental injuries will alter your entire life, affecting your future ability to work, sustain a relationship, get an education, secure an income, or enjoy your life.

Catastrophic Injury Law Attorney in Las Vegas, NV

Catastrophic injury victim receiving emergency medical care in Las Vegas, NV

Different Types of Catastrophic Injuries

A catastrophic injury is a severe, life-altering personal injury. It can result from an accident, assault, abuse, negligence, product liability, medical malpractice, or intentional or criminal actions. Some of the most common types of catastrophic injuries are:

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
Spinal Cord Injuries
Amputations
Severe Burns
Organ Damage
Crush Injuries and Severe Fractures
Permanent or Severe Loss of Vision, Hearing, or Other Senses
Permanent or Severe Scarring and/or Disfigurement

Common Causes of Catastrophic Injury

A catastrophic injury is sudden, severe, and often unexpected. The most common causes are:

Transportation Accidents – Motor vehicle, commercial truck, semi truck, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents.
Workplace Accidents – Construction site accidents, forklift accidents, falls, projectiles or falling objects, and machine or equipment accidents.
Falls – Slip and falls, falling from roofs or ladders, or being pushed off of an elevated surface or object.
Trauma – Other types of traumatic events, such as fire, explosion, and electrocution accidents.

Medical Malpractice – Surgical complications, medical negligence, birth injuries, improper treatment, failure to provide treatment, or misdiagnoses.
Defective or Dangerous Products – Products that are faulty or dangerous due to negligence, improper labeling, quality control issues, improper testing, or poor design.
Criminal Actions – Assault, abuse, and other physical violence or criminal actions.
Sports Accidents – Unsafe equipment, training accidents, tackles, negligent coaching, unsafe facilities, or player negligence.

Why Choose Our Las Vegas Personal Injury Attorneys

At Carvalho and Associates, we go above and beyond to ensure our clients feel respected, understood, and represented while they navigate the aftermath of their catastrophic injuries. We take pride in helping Las Vegas citizens recover the compensation they deserve. When you hire our attorneys to represent you, you will be getting the benefit of our skill and experience, compassionate support and guidance, aggressive representation, and tireless efforts to protect your rights and secure a favorable outcome to your case.

Schedule a Consultation for a Personal Injury Lawsuit

We understand that a catastrophic injury resets the entire trajectory of your life. It can be incredibly challenging to fight for your rights while you are in a state of trauma and healing. Our attorneys have the experience needed to handle these complex claims with compassion and integrity. Call us now or contact us online to schedule a free consultation after a catastrophic injury in Las Vegas, NV.

FAQs About Personal Injury and Catastrophic Injury

In the state of Nevada, liability is determined based on the party whose negligent actions were a direct cause of your catastrophic injury. Additionally, section 41.141 of the Nevada Revised Statutes deems that under the comparative negligence doctrine, individuals may be entitled to compensation even if they were partially responsible for the accident, so long as they were not more negligent than the opposing party.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a catastrophic injury accident, it is imperative to file your suit within the statute of limitations to ensure compensation for your injuries. In Nevada, the statute of limitations for most catastrophic injury claims is two years; however, when a catastrophic injury is caused by medical malpractice, the statute of limitations can be as short as 12 months, and you need to consult with an attorney promptly after the injury.

Catastrophic injuries have significant long-term consequences that disrupt your quality of life and ability to fulfill tasks that were once effortless. People suffering from catastrophic injuries may experience a loss of ability to work, chronic pain, cognitive impairment, loss of motor function, personality changes, infections, and other ancillary medical and mental health issues, and may need around-the-clock care to survive.

Every case is different, and we will do our best to ensure you understand what to expect throughout each stage. Most cases involve a thorough investigation of the evidence, review of medical records, determination of liability, intensive damage calculations, pre-suit negotiations and settlement discussions, filing of a lawsuit, extensive discovery and deposition process, potential mediation or arbitration, and potential trial. In the end, your attorney will either negotiate a settlement with the responsible parties, or a judgment will be determined in court by a judge or jury.

Skill & Experience

Our legal team at Carvalho & Associates Attorneys at Law is well-respected and widely recognized among industry peers and the public, having successfully recovered compensation in some of the largest, most highly publicized personal injury cases in the history of Nevada.

Compassionate Support

Regardless of the scope or complexity, we handle every personal injury claim with the utmost care, professionalism, and attention to detail to serve the unique legal needs of our clients. When you partner with Carvalho & Associates Attorneys at Law, we treat you like family.

Aggressive Representation

When someone sustains unforeseen injuries because of a preventable safety hazard or the reckless behavior of others, the victim should not have to pay for the consequences. Our personal injury attorneys work decisively and with conviction to seek justice.

Driven by Results

We are tireless in our efforts to attain the most beneficial outcomes for our clients. We take pride in outworking the opposition by taking bold actions, remaining proactive, and being deliberate in attaining closure and peace of mind for families during critical times.

We’ll Obtain Justice for You

Carvalho & Associates Attorneys at Law manages each claim with the sole determination of delivering a favorable outcome regarding clients’ rights to full compensation. If you’ve been injured, let us help you obtain justice. If you’re ready to pursue an injury claim due to a defective product, contact our law offices today and we’ll advise you on your legal options in a free consultation.