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Lubbock Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

You or a loved one in Lubbock might have suffered a catastrophic injury caused by someone else’s negligence. In this case, you may be entitled to receive financial compensation to cover your damages. At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, our Lubbock catastrophic injury lawyers may investigate your injury. Your accident might have resulted in severe injuries or worsened a pre-existing condition. However you suffered harm, we will fight for justice.

How Can a Lubbock Catastrophic Injury Attorney Help?

Your catastrophic injury lawyer at Loncar Lyon Jenkins can handle communications on your behalf. Many insurance companies do their best to avoid paying a fair amount in an injury claim. With your permission, we can handle communication with your insurance companies. You should be able to focus on healing from your catastrophic injuries.

We Offer Free Consultations

At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, our team is ready to help you and your family build a personal injury case in Lubbock. To begin your path to recovery, we offer a free case review. During this call, our team will hear about your injury and tell you about your options.

We Will Search for Evidence to Support Your Claim

Once you begin working with us, we can look into all of the evidence you provide us. We can also obtain additional evidence through an investigation. This could result in us securing:

  • Photos and videos of your injuries and any damage to vehicles or other property
  • An accident report
  • Past reports involving the other party’s behavior
  • Your medical records

Our law firm might also reach out to eyewitnesses or receive expert testimony from doctors that will investigate your injuries.

We Will Assign a Value to Your Case

We will combine your economic and non-economic losses into a fair settlement value. Some opportunities for compensation exist that many accident victims do not know about. Do not leave money on the table.

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Each year, Loncar Lyon Jenkins represents over 7,000 clients all over Texas and will travel to any city or town within the Lone Star state.

Leah Hicks
Leah Hicks
If you want an attorney that treats you like family, answers all your questions with ease and will fight for you, just ask for Justin Edwards! It was such a relief knowing he was on my side. He followed through with everything he promised and that is a rare attribute to find in a person these days. Just go ahead and give them a call!
Taam Dodd
Taam Dodd
The guidance and patience exhibited by Attorney LaRue and his team were paramount in the successful navigation of this event for my family and I. In a perfect world I won't have to ring his phone anytime soon, but should the Truck of Life dump on me again, I wouldn't hesitate to dial them up.
Ryan Sargent
Ryan Sargent
My attorney David was realistic, thoughtful and genuine as well. Overall I was grateful for their help navigating a stressful experience. I would absolutely recommend this law office if you have any personal injury concerns. I was taken care of and spoken to with respect each step of the way. I’m so grateful for everyone that helped me
Leah Hicks
Leah Hicks
If you want an attorney that treats you like family, answers all your questions with ease and will fight for you, just ask for Justin Edwards! It was such a relief knowing he was on my side. He followed through with everything he promised and that is a rare attribute to find in a person these days. Just go ahead and give them a call!

Damages You Could Recover From a Catastrophic Injuries Case

Every catastrophic injury case is unique, which means you could face a wide array of damages. Regardless of how many damages your personal injury claim qualifies for, Loncar Lyon Jenkins will strive for fair compensation.

Your settlement after a catastrophic injury claim may cover the following damages:

Medical Bills (Current and Future)

Following a catastrophic injury, you may have various damages, such as medical costs. These bills may continue to grow as you miss time away from work. This can cause severe economic hardship for you and your family, and Loncar Lyon Jenkins understands this.

Lost Wages and Limited Earning Capacity

Your injury could prevent you from returning to work temporarily or permanently. For instance, you could have lost the use of your leg due to a serious car accident. This might prevent you from earning as much as you did before the accident. You might be unable to work at all.

Loss of Consortium

If you sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) that affected your relationship with your spouse or partner, you could pursue damages. We will explore all the ways your injury has affected your life.

Property Damage Expenses

If you were involved in a vehicle accident, you might need to get your motorcycle or car repaired. The liable party should pay for these repairs.

Pain and Suffering and Emotional Damages

Your physical and emotional pain does not automatically come with a dollar value attached to them. However, our team can calculate how much compensation your physical anguish warrants.

We can also consider the psychological damage the accident might have caused. Perhaps the accident caused you anxiety, and you now have trouble moving through your day-to-day life. We can seek a settlement that will account for this suffering.

Wrongful Death Damages

If you lost your loved one to their catastrophic injuries caused by negligence, you could seek compensation. The only parties that can file a wrongful death lawsuit are the decedent’s spouse, children, and parents.

Types of Catastrophic Injuries That May Lead to a Claim

There are many catastrophic injuries you or your loved one might have suffered. For instance, you may be dealing with a TBI due to a slip and fall. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) affirms the severity of this condition.

Another example of a catastrophic injury is a severe burn. According to Mayo Clinic, burns can lead to many other related medical problems. Mayo Clinic also advises victims of severe burns to visit a doctor.

Other catastrophic injuries we see in our practice may include, but are not limited to:

  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Paralysis
  • Amputations
  • Permanent injuries
  • Disfigurement

Steps to Take After Suffering a Catastrophic Injury

After a catastrophic injury, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. You may not require an ambulance for your injuries. However, consider calling 911 to report the accident.

Once you have received medical attention, you may be asked to speak with insurance companies regarding your catastrophic injury. This could help your health and well-being. It might also create useful evidence for a personal injury claim.

You can also do the following to help your legal team:

Gather Evidence Alongside Us

Keep all papers you receive about your accident, car repairs, your injury, and your treatment in one folder. If you have photos or videos, send them to your lawyer. Write down your experience of the accident. You can also track updates about your health and recovery by writing them down in a journal.

Be Wary of the Insurance Company

Avoid speaking at length to the insurance company. Also, do not accept a settlement offer without talking to your lawyer.

Follow your doctor’s medical advice to reach maximum medical improvement and protect your right to compensation. If you stop taking certain medications or attending physical therapy, the insurer might argue that you are not in pain anymore.

Do Not Wait to Act

Most insurance companies have time limits that dictate how long accident victims have to file a claim. We will take a look at your policy (and the other party’s policy) to determine how long you have.

Additionally, Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003 imposes a two-year statute of limitations on personal injury and wrongful death cases. This means that if you want to file a lawsuit, you must do so before this time frame ends. If you do not file in time, you could lose your right to seek damages.

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Clay Lewis Jenkins

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Clay Jenkins started his personal injury practice in 1989 after clerking for the Texas Supreme Court. He co-counseled some of Brian Loncar’s biggest cases for 25 years before purchasing an interest in the firm. He is the former Chairman of the Board of Advocates for the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and previously served as President of the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association. Learn More

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After suffering catastrophic injuries, you do not have to seek compensation alone. You have a right to legal representation, and we want to help. While you cope with your injuries, we can handle the legal process. Our law firm represents thousands of clients every year in Texas.

If you or a loved one in Lubbock suffered a catastrophic injury and suspect negligence was at play, call Loncar Lyon Jenkins today at (888) 902-3357. Our team is ready to hear about your case, and our lawyers can support you.

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