Category: Catastrophic Injuries

Rear-end accidents can inflict physical and psychological injuries that entail lasting effects. Summary A rear-end accident occurs when one driver crashes into the back of another vehicle. It is one of the most common types of car accidents, along with head-on, T-bone, and sideswipe accidents. Victims of a rear-end accident can suffer severe injuries that […]

Blunt-force trauma from a personal injury accident can cause long-term consequences for an individual’s health and finances. Summary During a personal injury accident like a motorcycle, car, or slip-and-fall accident, the victim can come into contact with a hard object. A direct blow from a hard object, such as a car door, wall, dashboard, or […]

Pedestrians are vulnerable to catastrophic injuries in collisions caused by a driver failing to yield right of way. Summary One of the most common ways a pedestrian accident can happen is when a motor vehicle driver fails to yield the right of way at an intersection. Many traffic control signals, such as stop signs, red […]

Drivers and pedestrians can sustain catastrophic injuries when truck accidents occur at truck stops. Summary Truck drivers can go for long shifts without breaks, which is why they will stop at truck stops after hours of driving. These truck stops allow truck drivers to have a respite before going back out onto the road. However, […]

Understanding the difference between a survival action and a wrongful death claim can clarify what type of compensation is available to grieving families. Summary Tragedy can strike at any time when someone is on the road, going for a walk, or undergoing a surgical procedure. Someone can suffer an unexpected death, and their family members […]

Summary People who suffer amputations caused by car accidents not only have to deal with the physical consequences of their loss, but also emotional and financial consequences. They deserve compensation, and a skilled car accident lawyer can help them get every dollar they have coming. Here, we take a closer look at the most common […]

Summary: A traumatic brain injury can be one of the worst injuries anyone can experience, potentially altering a victim’s life forever. About 2.5 million people suffer one each year, with 80,000 victims suffering permanent debilitation. There are many causes of traumatic brain injuries. We outline five of the most common below.  If someone else’s negligence […]

Summary: Catastrophic injury accidents have a profound and lasting impact on individuals and their families. In Florida, more than 127,000 people suffered injuries so severe they required extended hospital stays in 2021. Many of these injuries occurred in accidents caused by another’s negligence. If this has happened to you or a loved one, Jones Law […]

More than 24 million people have to visit an emergency room for unintentional injuries each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Many of these injuries are catastrophic, resulting in severe pain and suffering for victims. Proving pain and suffering after a catastrophic injury is crucial to seeking compensation in a personal injury case. […]

Nearly any kind of accident can have catastrophic results. One of the worst is permanent paralysis. This injury robs a victim of their quality of life and can have other physical and emotional impacts. If this has happened to you or someone close to you, please get in touch with the Jones Law Group as […]

Thankfully, most personal injury accidents don’t lead to permanent debilitation. But there are instances where a victim of negligence suddenly sees their life change in a devastating fashion. Catastrophic injuries can rob people of their ability to do even the simplest things.  They can also require around-the-clock care. The attorneys with Jones Law Group have extensive experience helping catastrophic injury […]

When most people think about a catastrophic accident, their minds immediately go to the physical impacts. But the emotional devastation can be just as debilitating. When someone endures a horrific accident – or suffers the tragic loss of a loved one – their trauma can last for decades. The attorneys with the Jones Law Group can help provide the […]