​Experiencing a catastrophic injury can be overwhelming and devastating, changing the quality of life in an instant. Receive the compensation you deserve by working with the best severe injury attorney at Curtis Law. We provide professional legal assistance and strive to achieve the best possible results in your case.

What is a Catastrophic Injury?

A catastrophic injury is characterized by permanent and long-term damage or disability to the body. This includes:

• Amputations
• Severe burns
• Organ damage
• Broken bones
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spine or spinal cord injuries
• Paralysis
• Disfigurement​

Such life-changing injuries bring physical, emotional, and financial burdens. Our catastrophic accident lawyers can help you navigate these difficult times, using legal expertise to help you get fair compensation that can cover the costs of ongoing medical treatment, therapy, and rehabilitation.

​How Do Catastrophic Injuries Happen?

A catastrophic injury can happen in an instant, making it important to take necessary safety precautions and have situational awareness. Our severe injury attorney helps with all kinds of situations, no matter the cause.
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Common events that result in severe injuries are:

Motor Vehicle Accidents

 Driving a car, truck, or motorcycle are common forms of transportation that come with risks. Accidents can happen in an instant—the sudden impact and force of heavy steel, iron, and aluminum causing blunt trauma and critical injuries.

Workplace Accidents

Some jobs are riskier than others…farming, factory/industrial work, construction, and carpentry, to name a few. Workplace accidents can happen out of pure negligence, faulty machinery, or failure to follow safety protocols.

Slips and Falls

Accidental slips and falls can happen to anyone, at any time. A wet sidewalk, slippery shower fall, or tumble down the stairs is more dangerous than one would expect. It’s important to be aware of your surroundings and take necessary precautions in your home or workplace to ensure a safe environment.

Medical Malpractice

This is what happens when a doctor, nurse, or other treating physician makes a treatment mistake that causes injury, or even death. Medical malpractice often stems from negligence, accidental mistakes, or unethical and illegal medical practices.

Sports-Related Injuries

Injuries are bound to happen when participating in a sport or other athletic activity. Physical contact with balls, equipment, and other players imposes a high chance of getting injured.

​Experiencing catastrophic events can be scary and life-changing. It can take years to fully recover from the trauma of getting permanent pain, disability, or disfigurement; experience some peace of mind, and work with a severe injury attorney at our law office.

How We Help

No matter the cause, catastrophic injuries can leave long-lasting effects on a person’s life. While we can’t eliminate the physical pain or the emotional turmoil, we can assist in helping you get maximum compensation for your severe injury claim.

• Investigation
• Gather Information and Evidence
• Negotiation and Settlement
• Peace of Mind

What do I Need to Prove to Win a Claim?

Here are some essential components that will guide you in winning a severe injury lawsuit.

1. Establish Liability: Successfully prove that another party is responsible for the catastrophic injury incurred. Most liability is caused by negligence, which is essential to prove.
2. Prove Causation: The breach that directly caused the injury, divided into two categories: actual cause or proximate cause.
3. Demonstrate the Full Extent of Damage: This includes pain and suffering, medical bills, ongoing treatment, emotional turmoil, permanent disability or disfigurment, and lost wages or future earning capacity.

How Much Compensation Can I Receive from a Catastrophic Injury Claim? ​

Getting a severe injury can be drastically life-changing. If you are a victim of another person’s negligence and have dealt with out-of-pocket expenses and lost wages, then working with an attorney will be the best step for you.
The severity of your case and its impact on your life will determine how much compensation you will receive. We will help you through the legal process and ensure that you get maximum reimbursement to cover damages.

​What can Compensation Cover?

• Medical expenses
• Future treatment
• Rehabilitation
• Lost earnings
• Loss of earning capacity
• Accessible vehicles or medical transport

How Long Do I Have to File a Catastrophic Injury Lawsuit in Georgia?

In the state of Georgia, you have two years from the date of your injury to file your claim. Failure to file within the statute of limitations can result in the court dismissing your case, even if it is strong.
There are some exceptions, however. If the injured party was a minor or is legally incompetent at the time of injury, the statute of limitations is paused. The two-year filing period resumes once the victim turns eighteen or when they regain legal competence.

​Preventing Catastrophic Injury

The chances of a catastrophic injury are sometimes uncontrollable and unexpected; however, there are some ways that you can take caution and protect yourself from being a victim of such unfortunate incidents.

• Transportation
  • Always wear your seatbelt
  • Wear a helmet, if necessary
  • Don’t text or use your phone while driving
  • Never drive under the influence
  • Stay alert
• Workplace
  • Be aware of your surroundings
  • Get necessary training
  • Identify and report safety hazards right away
  • Wear protective equipment
  • Always follow safety protocols and lockout tagout procedures
  • Use safe lifting techniques
• Sports:
  • Wear helmets and pads
  • Utilize proper techniques to ensure the safety of yourself and others
  • Ensure that gear and equipment are in good condition
  • Avoid risky stunts and unsafe conditions
• Home
  • Prevent accidents in your home by identifying any safety hazards and removing them
    • Clean up spills
    • Use safe cooking habits
    • Secure rugs with pads
    • Use non-slip mats in the shower or bath
    • Install handles or safety bars, if necessary

Severe Injury Attorney in Georgia

Receive legal assistance from the best severe injury attorney in Georgia. Attorney William H. Curtis has over forty years of experience representing people who have been affected by others’ negligence. In addition to his legal expertise, he is fluent in English and Spanish and is passionate about helping clients with catastrophic injury, car accident, workers’ compensation, wrongful death, and personal injury lawsuits.
Outside of the office, Attorney Curtis is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, the American Association of Justice, the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association, the Atlanta Bar Association, and the National Trial Lawyers—making him a qualified candidate to represent your case.

Committed to Helping You Win!

We are dedicated to helping people all across Georgia win their catastrophic injury cases. It can seem like the end of the world when you have a permanent and severe injury; our attorneys are there to make sure you get the help and assistance you need. Count on us to handle your case with professionalism, authenticity, strategic thinking, and integrity. Let our legal team assist you and get the compensation you deserve. Schedule a free consultation with us by calling us at (770) 333-3333.