Bronx Catastrophic Injury Lawyer
A catastrophic injury doesn’t just change your physical condition. It changes your income, your independence, your relationships, and your long-term financial security. Unlike other injuries, these don’t heal. The disability is permanent, and so are the costs that come with it.
New York law allows victims to pursue compensation not only for losses already incurred but for projected future losses as well. That includes future medical care, lost earning capacity, and the ongoing cost of living with a permanent limitation. Building that case requires medical experts and economists who can put credible numbers on what your life looks like from here.
At Frekhtman & Associates, our Bronx personal injury attorneys have recovered over $900 million for seriously injured New Yorkers, including a $69.25 million motor vehicle verdict. We work with the right experts, build the full picture of your damages, and take cases to trial when insurers won’t pay what victims are owed.
Our Track Record:
- $900M+ recovered for injured clients
- $69.25M largest single motor vehicle accident verdict in New York
- 25+ years fighting for New York injury victims
- 300+ five-star Google reviews
- English and Russian spoken
- 9.9 Avvo rating | National Top 100 Trial Lawyers
- Featured in NY Post, Daily Mail, and CBS New York
If you or someone you love suffered a catastrophic injury in the Bronx, call us at (718) 733 9300 for a free consultation.Â
I came to Frekhtman and Associates after I had a terrible fall in the Bronx. The accident changed my life forever. I could no longer play with my kids or live my life to the fullest. When I first came to them they took my hand and guided me patiently through the process. These lawyers were simply amazing. It was a complicated case but they battled and were able to get me a very large sum.
Proving Defendant Fault in a Catastrophic Injury Case
Catastrophic injuries can result from any incident that could give rise to a common injury claim. To collect compensation in any personal injury case based on an accident, a plaintiff must demonstrate that the defendant was negligent. The law in New York says that a person or entity is responsible for their actions if they were negligent and that lack of care caused an injury.
To accomplish this, a person must prove that the defendant owed them a duty of care. This can include cases involving car accidents, property owners who must protect invited visitors, or even doctors who take patients into their care. In all of these situations, one party must protect the safety of the other. The plaintiff must then show that the defendant failed in this responsibility and that this failure caused the injury.
The fact that an injury is catastrophic has little to do with the case. However, a catastrophic injury case could demand payments far exceeding those for a typical personal injury. Still, the injured party needs only to prove that the defendant was at fault.
In addition, a plaintiff needs to pursue their claim within the time limits imposed by the court. According to New York Civ. Prac. Law & Rules §214, catastrophic injury cases must begin no more than three years from the date of the injury. A Bronx catastrophic injury attorney could help make sure a claim is filed within the time limits.
What Makes an Injury Catastrophic in The Bronx?
A catastrophic injury is one that will never heal. In addition, it will permanently affect a person’s physical or mental function. Common examples of catastrophic injuries include:
- Third-degree burns
- Spinal cord injuries that result in paralysis
- Brain injuries that affect cognitive function
- Amputations
- Blindness or deafness
A claim for a catastrophic injury could demand compensation for not just the medical bills associated with treating the condition up to the present day but also estimated medical bills for the future. Since a catastrophic injury will have a permanent effect, these payments may need to last for dozens of years. In addition, a catastrophic injury may limit a person’s ability to work. A claim could also demand payments for all lost potential future income. A Bronx catastrophic injury lawyer could help a claimant evaluate their injuries and demand appropriate compensation.
After getting into a bad motorcycle crash I needed a real trial lawyer not one of those billboard lawyers who just want to make a buck at other people's expense. This firm is small, personable, and they truly care about human beings. My trial lawyer fought hard and never made me feel uncomfortable or asked me to lower the ultimate amount I wanted to obtain. They don't charge any fee until they win a settlement or verdict for you.
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Bronx, NY 10468
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