New York Drunk Driving Attorney

Catastrophic injuries include any severe injury that results in long-term or permanent disability, disfigurement, or a significant reduction in your ability to lead a normal life. They often require extensive medical treatment, long-term care, and rehabilitation. Examples include:

• Brain injuries – Traumatic brain injuries can lead to long-term cognitive and physical impairment.
• Spinal cord damage and paralysis – These injuries may result in partial or complete loss of motor function and sensation.
• Broken bones – These injuries require lengthy recovery periods and may lead to further health complications and difficulties at work.
• Amputations – Particularly violent crashes can result in the loss of limbs, which can have an extreme negative impact on employability and quality of life.
• Burn injuries – Vehicle fires or explosions following a drunk driving accident can leave victims with serious burn injuries over much of their bodies.
• Nerve damage – This can lead to a loss of sensation or motor control and significantly impact daily life.
• Soft tissue injuries – These include injuries to muscles, ligaments, and tendons that may not be immediately apparent after an accident.
• Organ damage and internal bleeding – These serious conditions require immediate medical intervention.
• Chest injuries – These can include rib fractures and internal organ damage.
• Wrongful death accidents – If a drunk driving accident results in loss of life, we can help you pursue compensation through a wrongful death lawsuit.