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Catastrophic Injury Representation In Decatur

A catastrophic injury is one that is permanent and life-changing. Additionally, catastrophic injuries do not completely heal. People with these injuries typically need immediate and ongoing medical care as well as rehabilitation/physical therapy, nursing support, wheelchairs, prosthetics, mental health care and more. If you or a family member suffered a catastrophic injury, the result may be ongoing pain, scars, disfigurement, psychological trauma, and temporary or permanent total or partial disability.

Paul G. Chiligiris, Attorney at Law, provides compassionate, experienced personal injury representation in the Decatur area. Licensed to practice law since 1992, Paul is prepared to investigate the cause of your injury and work hard to hold the responsible party accountable. He seeks damages for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life, among others.

Catastrophic And Severe Injury Types

Some of the most common catastrophic injuries Paul sees in his work include:

  • Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Paralysis, paraplegia, quadriplegia
  • Severe back and neck injuries
  • Amputations
  • Burn injuries
  • Near-drownings
  • Severe assault injuries
  • Crushed or severely fractured bones
  • Organ damage
  • Loss of sight or hearing

If you do not see your specific catastrophic injury listed above, please let Paul know so he can determine how he can help.

What Are The Long-Term Costs Of Catastrophic Injuries?

The long-term costs of catastrophic injuries include financial and emotional concerns. The financial issues usually include:

  • Medical bills, past and future
  • Lost wages, past and future
  • Adaptive equipment
  • Nursing or supportive care
  • Home and vehicle modifications
  • Loss of household services

Emotional impacts that also deserve consideration include:

  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Loss of consortium
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress

Paul will tenaciously pursue the financial (economic) damages and well as the emotional/personal (noneconomic) damages. He understands how important it is for you and your family to recover the compensation you need to move forward.

Paul has the knowledge and skill needed to determine who is liable for your injuries and to build a strong case for damages for your past and future needs. While he most often settles cases favorably without a trial, he will be ready to go to trial if that is the better option.

Frequent Causes Of Catastrophic Injuries In Illinois

While there are countless ways people are seriously injured, the most common types of accidents are:

If the accident was due to another party’s negligence, Paul can craft a case for your economic and noneconomic losses.

Find Out How Paul Can Help You Through This Difficult Time

You will have a caring, dedicated lawyer on your side throughout the process. For a free consultation, call Paul at 217-615-4053 or send him an email today.