Denver Catastrophic Injury Lawyers

Someone who suffers catastrophic injuries sees their world shift without warning. Your unexpected reality may be long-term physical symptoms, extensive medical care, psychological challenges, and financial uncertainty.

Allow a Denver catastrophic injury attorney from Matlin Injury Law to seek compensation covering your healthcare costs, pain and suffering, professional losses, and other injury-related harm.

Our firm fights for our clients, with attorney Brian Matlin leading our team of Denver personal injury lawyers. Call Matlin Injury Law today for your free consultation about your case.

Why Choose Matlin Injury Law When You Need a Denver Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

The challenges caused by a catastrophic injury can be immense. You deserve a legal team that understands the prohibitive cost of caring for catastrophic injuries and the profound losses these severe injuries cause families in Denver. 

Work with a law firm that has obtained substantial financial recoveries for injury victims. That’s Matlin Injury Law.

We’ve earned victories for clients who suffered injuries, including $1.5 million and $800,000 for clients injured in motor vehicle accidents. We also recovered $2.5 million in a confidential case resolution for another client.

Work with a Denver catastrophic injury lawyer from our team because:

• Our attorneys have successfully resolved many cases like yours: Catastrophic injury cases pose unique challenges, such as securing a sizeable financial recovery for the plaintiff. Our attorneys understand the medical, psychological, and economic aspects of such injuries because we have represented many clients with devastating ailments. Let our experience work for your benefit.
• We ensure continuous, direct access to your attorney: You won’t have to go through a case manager or other team member when you need to speak with your lawyer. You will have direct access to your attorney and can contact them anytime you have a question or want an update.
• We are located conveniently near Denver: We can serve you in person because we have office locations near Denver, allowing us to handle all case-related responsibilities promptly and meet with you when necessary.
• We always prepare for trial: Catastrophic injuries often demand sizable financial recoveries. However, those responsible for your injury, and their insurance companies, may not be willing to pay a fair sum. That’s why we will prepare your case for trial from the beginning and eagerly represent you at trial if necessary.

Everything we do is in your best interests. You will be the commanding voice in all significant case decisions, including whether to accept a settlement offer, file a lawsuit, and go to trial.

Catastrophic Injuries Cause Catastrophic Losses

Catastrophic injuries include traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), broken bones, and other severe injuries which can lead to paralysis, problems with cognitive and sensory function, and other impairments.

A catastrophic injury such as TBI, SCI, and others requires extensive medical care that can run into the hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars over a lifetime. Your personal injury claim, therefore, needs to fully account for all the losses you’ve suffered and will suffer because of your injuries. 

Our attorneys will work with medical professionals and other experts to evaluate your losses. You may be able to recover compensation for losses such as:

• Medical costs, such as emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, specialist treatment, and lengthy physical therapy and rehabilitation. We evaluate the cost of all your medical expenses and include those costs (including future medical needs) in your case. Initial offers from insurance companies may fail to address anything other than your present expenses, so it’s vital to know what care you may need in the future.
• Noneconomic losses, such as lost quality of life, permanent scarring or disfigurement, and other emotional and psychological effects of your injuries. We believe that these losses are often just as significant to injury victims as financial ones, so we will fight for the maximum compensation.
• Loss of income, including lost wages while you recover, diminished earning power, and loss of opportunity for bonuses or other performance-related benefits. Your Denver catastrophic injury attorney will consider such damage when advocating for compensation.
• Disability–related losses, such as the need to purchase expensive medical equipment (like a wheelchair), vehicle modifications, home modifications like ramps or handrails, and long-term assistance to complete activities of daily living (ADLs).

We will also consider any costs related to how the injury happened. For example, did you sustain your injuries in a car accident? If so, we will negotiate for the cost of repairing or replacing your damaged vehicle. Fair compensation should account for everything you’ve lost.

What to Expect from Your Denver Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

Expect an attorney with an unparalleled drive to succeed for you. We will lead every step of your claim or lawsuit, including:

• Securing all evidence that establishes responsibility for your injury.
• Documenting your recoverable damages with medical records, medical bills, past income statements, and expert testimony about your injuries and pain and suffering.
• Negotiating relentlessly for the financial recovery you deserve.
• Representing you at trial if your case ends up in a courtroom.

We also work on a contingency fee basis, so you will not pay anything to us unless we recover compensation. Lean on us to guide you through this challenging time. We intend to secure the compensation you deserve while you focus on your health because that’s what you deserve.

Our Former Clients Explain What You Should Expect from Matlin Injury Law

Clients pull no punches when describing attorneys, for better or worse. Our former clients speak honestly about the experience you can expect from our team:

• “My family could not have worked with a more professional, engaged attorney. Brian was so wonderful throughout the entire process — he is compassionate, professional, timely, and clearly explained the process each step of the way. We are all so thankful for Brian and his team.” — Dena W.
• “I can’t thank Brian enough for his support and representation following a car accident. Not only did he get the maximum settlement, but he took the stress out of the process. I highly recommend him and his firm.” — March R.

These kudos represent the type of service you’ll receive when you hire your Denver catastrophic injury lawyer from Matlin Injury Law. We currently have five stars on Google with 200+ reviews.

How Does Negligence Affect Your Denver Catastrophic Injury Case?

To successfully pursue the compensation you deserve, we must prove that someone else’s negligence caused your injuries. In legal terms, negligence is defined by four key elements:

• The at-fault party owed you a duty of care. This duty refers to the responsibility to avoid causing harm to others. For example, drivers have a responsibility to follow traffic laws to ensure the safety of others on the road.
• They breached their duty of care by acting recklessly. For example, a truck driver speeding to make a delivery on time has breached their duty of care.
• This breach led to your injuries. For example, a drunk driver ran a red light and crashed into your car.
• You have losses due to the accident. Medical records and financial statements can prove the losses you’ve suffered and will suffer and your entitlement to damages.

How Our Denver Catastrophic Injury Attorneys Prove Negligence

Our personal injury legal team will do a comprehensive investigation into the accident that caused your injuries. We will gather and analyze all available evidence to support your catastrophic injury claim. Evidence may include:

• Witness statements
• Surveillance footage of the event
• Physical evidence from the accident scene
• Police reports
• Official documents, such as incident reports, maintenance logs, and safety records
• Expert testimony, such as from an accident reconstructionist

It’s essential to act fast after an accident as some evidence may be time sensitive. For example, many security cameras are set to overwrite data after a certain point. Our Denver catastrophic injury attorneys will begin work on your case as soon as you hire us. Contact Matlin Injury Law to get started right away.

Colorado Laws Impacting Your Catastrophic Injury Case in Denver

There are state laws that can affect your ability to recover compensation after a catastrophic injury. Two of these laws are:

Colorado’s Statute of Limitations

Under CO. Rev. Stat. § 13-80-101, if your accident involved a motor vehicle, then you generally have three years to file a personal injury lawsuit.

However, if your accident did not involve an automobile, then your case likely falls under CO. Rev. Stat. § 13-80-102, and you will typically have only two years. 

If a loved one tragically lost their life after a catastrophic injury, you also usually have two years to seek a wrongful death suit. Our Denver wrongful death lawyers can help you to do so.

Modified Comparative Negligence in Catastrophic Injury Cases

In states that follow a modified comparative negligence rule, injury victims are able to pursue compensation even when they are partially at fault for their injuries, per CO. Rev. Stat. § 13-21-111. However, if you are 50% at fault or more, then you are barred from recovering compensation.

Additionally, in cases where you were partially at fault, you will only be able to recover compensation up to a certain amount. For example, if you were 30% at fault and were eligible for $100,000 in compensation, you could only recover $70,000.

Some insurers may try to use this law to their advantage by claiming you were more at fault. Our personal injury lawyers will fight these tactics with evidence and a compelling case.

What Should You Do After a Catastrophic Injury in Denver?

Your primary goal should always be to keep yourself as safe as possible, so seek immediate medical attention. If your spine or head is injured, try to move as little as possible until you can be assessed by a medical professional. Early medical intervention can improve your chances of recovery from spinal cord injuries. 

There are several trauma centers around the Denver area, including several Level 1 trauma centers like that at Denver Health Medical Center. Those catastrophically injured in accidents in the Denver area may be taken to this or other hospitals with trauma centers. 

After seeking medical care, take actions that may help protect your legal rights. These include:

• Report the accident to the police, so there is an official record of the event
• Document your injuries through photographs or videos
• Avoid talking to insurance adjusters without a lawyer and do not take blame or apologize when speaking to them
• Avoid posting on social media about your injuries, as these posts can be used against you

Our lawyers will be with you every step of the way, so if you are concerned about what actions to take, please discuss them with your attorney. Our video center contains further information about what to expect during the legal process.

What If Your Catastrophic Injury Claim Is Denied by the Insurance Company?

The financial compensation from an accident claim can be life-changing, as you will be granted the peace of mind that comes with knowing your medical bills and long-term care needs are taken care of. When a claim is denied, it can feel scary and frustrating. However, a denial is not the end of the road for your case.

Insurance companies are required to provide their reason for denying your claim, and your lawyer can fight the denial.

Contact Our Catastrophic Injury Attorneys at Matlin Injury Law

A catastrophic injury can leave you feeling helpless, but you don’t have to fight against insurance companies on your own. Our Denver catastrophic injury lawyers will take on this battle for you, so you can focus on recovering and spending time with your loved ones.

Our compassionate and dedicated legal team will handle every aspect of the legal process, from filing paperwork to taking your case to court. We will also answer your questions and concerns as soon as they arise because we know how much support can mean when you’re struggling with a life-changing event.

We are available around the clock to speak with you, so don’t wait any longer. Contact Matlin Injury Law today for your free initial consultation and let us help you during this difficult time.