Montana Catastrophic Workplace Accidents Lawyer
Those who suffer catastrophic work injuries typically are unable to work for the rest of their lives; even in the best case scenario, victims of catastrophic injuries have to completely change their line of work or pivot to a different position, which generally means a drastic decrease in income and earning potential.
Your workers’ compensation claim starts with a free consultation.
Located at 307 North Jackson Street, our office is found at the cross streets of East 6th Avenue and North Jackson Street in Helena. Nearby attractions, such as the Original Governor’s Mansion and the Helena Area Chamber of Commerce, make us easy to find.
We regularly handle catastrophic work injury claims across Montana from our office in Helena. We serve cities like Bozeman, Missoula, Great Falls, Butte, Billings, and communities throughout the state. To schedule your free consultation now, call us at 406-442-7830.
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Common Types of Workplace Injuries
There are several types of catastrophic workplace accidents reported by workers in a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, construction and transportation. These workplace injuries can cause everything from paralysis from a spinal injury, to permanent nerve damage leading to life-long chronic pain, to traumatic brain injuries.
Traumatic brain injuries in particular can cause permanent deficits. Depending on the area affected, victims may have permanent difficulties with mobility, muscle control, speech and communication, or emotional regulation, which can lead to total loss of the ability to work.
Spinal cord injuries may result from equipment failure, car collisions, falls, crush accidents, truck accidents, and other serious workplace accidents. These injuries, depending on where they occur on the spine, can lead to long-term or permanent loss of function below the affected point. The worst spinal cord injuries can cause permanent quadriplegia and require lifelong care.
Serious injuries to the limbs, including complex fractures and amputations, are also considered catastrophic workplace injuries. While most people don’t think of fractures as being catastrophic, complex fractures may require multiple surgeries and extensive physical therapy. Even then, a victim may have chronic pain and limited mobility for the rest of their lives.
Fair Compensation for Serious Workplace Injuries
Workers often struggle to get fair compensation for catastrophic injuries in the workplace. After paying out benefits for an extended period of time, most workers’ compensation insurance providers will offer a settlement. This frees them from monthly payment requirements while also giving injured workers a lump sum to manage as they see fit. However, insurance companies will always try to get away with paying as little as possible. It’s important to consult a workers’ compensation lawyer to ensure that any settlement you accept is enough to account for your long-term care needs and income loss.
Contact Our Helena Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
For over 40 years, the Helena workers’ comp attorneys at Doubek, Pyfer & Storrar have represented personal injury victims and catastrophically injured employees in their fight for compensation. We’re here to help. Get more insight regarding your workers’ compensation claim and legal options by calling us at 406-442-7830 or contacting our team online.