A catastrophic injury doesn’t just change your plans—it redefines your entire life. If you or a loved one suffered a permanent, debilitating injury due to someone else’s negligence in Dallas, you’re not alone. At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, our Dallas catastrophic injury lawyers help victims across North Texas secure the compensation they need for a future they didn’t ask for but must now face.

From traumatic brain injuries sustained on I-35 crashes to severe spinal cord damage in workplace accidents downtown, our firm is committed to holding negligent parties accountable. We understand what’s at stake and know how to aggressively pursue results.

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What Is a Catastrophic Injury?

Texas law defines catastrophic injuries as those that severely impact a person’s ability to work or live independently. These injuries result in long-term or permanent disability and often require significant ongoing care.

Common Types of Catastrophic Injuries

These injuries affect not just physical health but also mental well-being, income potential, and family life. The law allows victims to seek compensation, but only if you act in time.

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Major Causes of Catastrophic Injuries in Dallas

As one of Texas’s largest and fastest-growing metro areas, Dallas sees high rates of severe accidents in both urban and industrial settings. From reckless drivers on the Central Expressway to heavy equipment failures on construction sites, danger is everywhere when safety is ignored.

Leading Causes of Catastrophic Injuries

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Lifetime Cost of a Catastrophic Injury

Severe injuries require long-term care and often prevent the injured person from ever working again. That can mean millions of dollars in lost income and care needs over a lifetime.

Average Lifetime Expenses by Injury

These figures include:

• Hospital and rehab bills

• In-home care and nursing

• Medical equipment and prosthetics

• Lost income and future earning capacity

• Transportation, therapy, and home modifications

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What Damages Can You Recover?

If you or your family member suffered a catastrophic injury because of someone else’s actions—or failure to act—you may be entitled to compensation. Our Dallas injury lawyers pursue both economic and non-economic damages.

Economic Damages

• Past and future medical bills

• In-home healthcare

• Physical and occupational therapy

• Lost income and loss of future earnings

• Assistive devices (wheelchairs, lifts, etc.)

• Home and vehicle modifications

Non-Economic Damages

• Pain and suffering

• Mental anguish

• Loss of enjoyment of life

• Disfigurement

• Loss of companionship or parental guidance

Punitive Damages

In cases involving gross negligence—like a drunk driver or unsafe construction site—punitive damages may also be available to punish reckless behavior and deter others.

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Our Legal Process: How We Build a Winning Case

At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, we start by fully investigating what happened. In catastrophic injury cases, the stakes are too high for shortcuts.

1. Accident Investigation
   We gather photos, videos, police reports, OSHA records, and other key evidence.

2. Medical Analysis
   We work with neurologists, trauma surgeons, rehabilitation specialists, and life-care planners.

3. Financial Evaluation
   Economists help us calculate the full financial toll over a lifetime.

4. Negotiation and Litigation
   If the insurance company won’t offer a fair settlement, we’re ready to take your case to trial.

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Case Study: Traumatic Brain Injury in a Downtown Dallas Crash

A 42-year-old IT manager suffered a moderate-to-severe TBI when a delivery van ran a red light near Woodall Rodgers Freeway. The victim was in a coma for 2 weeks and now lives with cognitive limitations requiring full-time care.

Legal Strategy:

• Retrieved intersection surveillance footage from a nearby building

• Worked with a neuropsychologist to define long-term brain damage

• Calculated lost lifetime earnings with an economist

• Recovered $3.6 million in compensation for the family

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Dallas Areas We Serve

Our catastrophic injury attorneys proudly serve neighborhoods and districts across Dallas, including:

• Downtown Dallas

• Uptown

• Deep Ellum

• Oak Lawn

• Knox/Henderson

• Preston Hollow

• Lake Highlands

• Far North Dallas

• Addison

• Richardson borders

• Lakewood

• Lower Greenville

• Casa Linda

• University Park

• Plano

• White Rock

• Forest Hills

• Oak Cliff

• Bishop Arts District

• Cedar Crest

• Pleasant Grove

• South Boulevard/Park Row

• Design District

• Trinity Groves

• West End

• Love Field area

• Medical District

• Highland Park

• Las Colinas

• Frisco

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Visit Our Dallas Office

Dallas Office
📍 424 S Cesar Chavez Blvd, Dallas, TX 75201
📞 (214) 307-1074

We’re available 24/7 to take your call and offer free consultations. If you can’t come to us, we’ll come to you.

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What to Do After a Catastrophic Injury

1. Seek emergency care – Follow all medical instructions and attend follow-ups.

2. Document everything – Photos, witness names, medical bills, communications.

3. Do not sign anything – Insurers often push lowball settlements early.

4. Call a lawyer immediately – The sooner we act, the stronger your case.

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Don’t Wait – Time Limits Apply

Texas law gives you just 2 years from the date of injury to file a claim in most cases. In cases involving government agencies, that window may be shorter.

Failure to file in time means losing your right to compensation forever. Don’t let that happen.

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Let Loncar Lyon Jenkins Fight for You

We don’t just handle injury cases—we build lifelines for families in crisis. If someone else’s negligence robbed you of your independence or your loved one’s well-being, we’re ready to demand accountability.

📞 Call (214) 307-1074 now for a free, no-obligation consultation, or visit our Dallas office today.

You don’t pay unless we win.