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When serious injuries result in amputation, the physical, mental, and financial impact can be overwhelming for accident victims and their families. At The Sevey Law Firm, we understand the challenges faced by those dealing with catastrophic injuries, and we're committed to helping clients fight the legal battles with insurance companies that usually follow these accidents.
With attorney Jeff Sevey's extensive experience of more than 6,000 cases, our firm brings knowledge and strategy to every amputation injury case. If you or someone you love has been injured in a serious accident, contact us today for a free consultation.
Amputation cases involve more than immediate medical expenses. Our experienced lawyers work to secure compensation that addresses both current and future impacts of your injury:
Pain and Suffering: The physical discomfort, phantom pain, and ongoing challenges that many amputees face require recognition in any settlement or judgment.
Medical Expenses: From initial emergency treatment and surgery to long-term rehabilitation, prosthetic devices, and ongoing medical care, we ensure all healthcare costs are accounted for.
Lost Income and Earning Capacity: When permanent disability affects your ability to work or forces career changes, compensation must reflect both current lost wages and reduced future earning potential.
Quality of Life Impact: The inability to participate in activities you once enjoyed, from recreational pursuits to daily tasks, represents a significant loss that deserves compensation.
Impact on Family Members: The effects of catastrophic injuries extend beyond the injured person, often requiring family members to provide care and support.
The Sevey Law Firm has built a reputation on dedicated advocacy for those suffering from personal injuries. We understand that amputation injuries represent some of the most difficult cases in personal injury law, requiring both support and aggressive legal representation.
Amputation injuries can occur for different reasons, but they are most commonly associated with high-impact accidents. Here are some of the most common causes:
Working in construction involves handling heavy machinery, power tools, and dangerous equipment every single day. Unfortunately, this means that construction workers face some of the highest risks of serious job-related injuries.
Sometimes, these workplace incidents are so severe that doctors have no choice but to perform an amputation to save a person's life or prevent further complications. Construction companies have safety protocols in place, but accidents still occur due to equipment failures, human error, or unsafe working conditions.
When vehicles collide at high speeds, the tremendous force involved can cause crushing injuries to arms, legs, hands, or feet. In many cases, the damage to bones, muscles, blood vessels, and nerves is so extensive that medical professionals determine amputation is necessary to prevent life-threatening infections or to give the person the best chance at recovery.
Unlike people in cars who have airbags and seat belts protecting them, motorcyclists have very little between them and the pavement. The lack of protection means that arms and legs are especially vulnerable to severe damage that might require amputation. Even experienced riders wearing proper safety gear can face these risks due to factors beyond their control, like distracted drivers or poor road conditions.
When someone is struck by a vehicle while walking, the results can be catastrophic. Pedestrians have absolutely no protection against the weight and speed of cars, trucks, or buses. These accidents often happen in crosswalks, parking lots, or when someone is walking along the side of the road.
The impact of pedestrian accidents can cause such severe damage to bones and soft tissue that amputation becomes necessary to save the person's life or prevent serious complications like infections that could spread.
If you or a family member has suffered an injury due to someone else's negligence, time is critical. Evidence must be preserved, witnesses interviewed, and your case must be filed within legal deadlines. Our experienced lawyer team is ready to evaluate your case and explain your legal options.
Don't let insurance companies minimize your claim – let our experience work for you in pursuing the compensation you deserve. Contact The Sevey Law Firm today for a free consultation.
Your health and safety are paramount, so once you're stable and able, start documenting everything you can remember about the accident—write down what happened, when it occurred, and who was involved. Keep every single medical record, bill, and document related to your injury and treatment, as these will be crucial for any legal case. It's also wise to speak with a personal injury attorney as soon as you're able. The sooner you get legal guidance, the better protected your rights will be.
The most common causes include serious car crashes, truck accidents, and motorcycle collisions, where the force of impact causes crushing injuries. Construction sites and industrial workplaces are also frequent locations for these injuries due to heavy machinery, power tools, and dangerous equipment. Sometimes defective products—like faulty machinery, tools, or medical devices—can malfunction and cause severe injuries requiring amputation.
Dealing with an amputation injury case requires extensive experience that not all attorneys possess. The Sevey Law Firm brings decades of successful personal injury cases to the table. Personal injury attorney Jeff Sevey has handled over 6,000 personal injury cases throughout his career.
We have a strong track record of negotiating with insurance companies who repeatedly try to minimize payouts, and we're not afraid to take cases to trial when necessary. Our team understands the long-term medical needs, emotional impact, and financial challenges that come with amputation injuries, and we fight to ensure our clients receive compensation that truly reflects the full scope of their losses.
Amputation injuries typically result in lifelong expenses and challenges, so compensation can cover many areas of your life. Medical expenses are usually the largest component—this includes not just your initial emergency treatment and surgery, but also ongoing care, prosthetic devices, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and any future medical needs related to your injury.
You may recover compensation for lost wages if you've had to miss work, as well as loss of future earning capacity if your injury prevents you from going back to your job or limits your career options. Pain and suffering compensation addresses the physical discomfort and emotional trauma you've experienced. Mental health counseling and rehabilitation costs are also recoverable, as adjusting to life after amputation often requires professional support.
Time limits for filing injury claims are called“statutes of limitations” and they're strictly enforced by the courts. In California, you have 2 years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Because these time limits are so important and the exceptions can be complicated, it's crucial to speak with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible after your accident to make sure you don't accidentally miss any deadlines that could prevent you from getting compensation.
Most amputation injury cases are resolved through settlement negotiations rather than going to trial, which can be beneficial for clients who prefer to avoid the stress and uncertainty of court proceedings. Insurance companies and defendants often prefer to settle cases out of court because trials are expensive and unpredictable for them as well. However, settlement negotiations can take time, and insurance companies sometimes make lowball offers that don't adequately compensate victims for their serious injuries. Our firm is skilled at negotiating fair settlements, but we're also fully prepared to take your case to trial if that's what it takes to get you the compensation you deserve.
We understand that suffering an amputation injury creates serious financial stress, which is why we work on a contingency fee basis. This means you don't pay any attorney fees unless we successfully win your case or negotiate a settlement on your behalf. There are no fixed costs, no hourly fees, and no bills to worry about while you're focusing on your recovery. Your initial consultation with our firm is free, giving you the opportunity to go over your case and understand your legal options without any financial commitment.
Yes, there are several situations where family members can take legal action on behalf of someone who has suffered an amputation injury. If your loved one is temporarily or permanently incapacitated due to their injuries, a spouse, parent, adult child, or court-appointed guardian may be able to file a claim on their behalf. This often happens when the amputation victim is unconscious, suffering from traumatic brain injury, or otherwise unable to make legal decisions for themselves. In tragic cases where the amputation victim doesn't survive their injuries, family members may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Get in touch with Roseville amputation injury attorney Jeff Sevey today to discuss your case.