Category Archives: Catastrophic Injury
Are My Injuries “Catastrophic” Enough To File A Claim?
Florida law recognizes the concept of “catastrophic” injuries, but the law does not have a strict, specific definition of which injuries should be declared catastrophic. Obviously, any injury that someone sustains as a result of another person’s negligence may result in a personal injury claim – but if your injuries are life-changing, the ‘catastrophic’… Read More »
What Exactly Is A Catastrophic Injury?
While the legal definition can vary, in general, a catastrophic injury is one that leaves a person disabled enough where they cannot work or sustain themselves without some kind of assistance. Florida law speaks of injuries that are “significant and permanent,” such as losing the use of a bodily function or a limb, among… Read More »