Legal Support for Permanent and Catastrophic Injuries in Calgary and Surrounding Areas
A permanent injury can have a profound and lasting impact on your life. A serious accident often requires long-term care and may affect your ability to work. At Blain Legal, we help individuals and families in Calgary, and surrounding areas, navigate the legal system with compassion, clarity, and care with over 40 years of experience.
We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll catastrophic and permanent injuries have on individuals and their loved ones. Our team is here to ensure your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation and support you need to move forward with dignity and security. Contact us for legal representation for your catastrophic injury in Calgary under Alberta law.
Catastrophic Injuries
A catastrophic injury is defined as a severe and often irreversible condition that significantly impairs a person’s ability to work, school, or conduct activities of daily living. These injuries typically require lifelong medical care, rehabilitation, and support, and are recognized as having the most serious impact on a person’s quality of life. Examples of catastrophic injuries include the following:
Paralysis
(paraplegia or tetraplegia).
Major amputation or total loss of use of a limb.
Marked or extreme mental/behavioural impairment.
Loss of both eyes
(bilateral blindness).
Severe traumatic brain injury
(meeting medical criteria).
Combined impairments resulting in 55%, or more, whole-person impairment (WPI).
Permanent Injuries
A permanent injury is a condition that is ongoing, not expected to improve, and must be confirmed by medical evidence. Permanent injuries have a significant and lasting effect on your health, independence, and ability to earn a living. Examples include:
A condition that is ongoing, not expected to improve, and must be confirmed by medical evidence.
Spinal cord injuries:
Resulting in chronic pain, loss of sensation or movement, paralysis, and respiratory difficulties.
Loss of vision or hearing:
The permanent loss of sight in both eyes or significant hearing loss.
Amputations:
The partial or complete loss of a limb, resulting in permanent physical impairment and the need for prosthetics, rehabilitation, and lifestyle adjustments.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs): Including severe concussions, leading to long-term issues like memory problems, chronic pain, and changes in personality.
Chronic pain:
Pain that persists long after the initial injury has healed.
Severe burns:
Causing significant damage and disfigurement.
Psychological injuries:
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety that become long-term and permanent.
Common Causes of Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injury cases in Calgary arise from a range of serious incidents. Some of them are as follows:
Motor vehicle collisions:
High-speed or multi-vehicle crashes that generate significant force and result in severe trauma.
Premises liability incidents:
Structural failures, unsafe stairwells, or unaddressed hazards on commercial or residential properties.
Pedestrian and cyclist accidents:
Collisions involving pedestrians or cyclists often result in severe injuries due to limited physical protection.
Collisions involving large transport vehicles with increased impact risk due to weight disparity.
Recreational vehicle accidents:
Incidents involving motorcycles, snowmobiles, or all-terrain vehicles.
Claim Compensation in Calgary, AB
Among the many possible claims, a victim of a serious personal injury may be entitled to claim for the following:
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Damages for pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life.
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Loss of income, past and future loss of earning capacity.
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Cost of past and future medical care, home care, prosthetics, mobility aids, and more.
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Property damage and out-of-pocket expenses.
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Loss of housekeeping capacity.
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Loss of companionship of a seriously injured spouse.
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Interest is applicable to certain compensation amounts from the date of injury until the claim is resolved.
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Court costs associated with filing fees, legal procedures, and other expenses related to pursuing the claim.
We hire accident reconstructionists, medical specialists, psychologists, economists, occupational therapists, and other professionals to examine the specific circumstances of each case. Their reports are then used to support your claims for compensation. To speak to a personal injury lawyer serving Calgary families, call Blain Legal now.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to common questions related to catastrophic injury and how our lawyers in Calgary can help:
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