Clarksville Catastrophic Injury Lawyers Help You Get Your Life Back

Fighting for clients permanently disabled or seriously disfigured

Any injury seriously can disrupt your life by keeping you out of work and preventing you from enjoying family and other activities. However some injuries are so serious that they forever change the direction of your life and the lives of your family members. When a catastrophic injury befalls someone you love, it can be easy to fall into a state of shock. However it is important to remember that God still has a plan for you and your family and life goes on. The reality is that it will take a great deal of money to support your family and give the injured person the best quality of life possible. Our attorneys at the Kennedy Law Firm, PLLC are especially adept at handling these complex and high-stakes cases. With a strong reputation throughout Clarksville and the surrounding counties as excellent litigators, insurance companies and defense attorneys who face us know we do not accept less than justice for our clients.

Common Types Of Catastrophic Injuries

There are several types of injuries that can have a particularly serious effect on your life and the lives of your family members:

• Brain injuries – A serious brain injury caused by blunt force or other serious trauma to the head can have a number of adverse effects. Internal hemorrhaging can cause permanent brain damage that can lead to cognitive limitations, sensory loss, personality changes, and in some serious cases, long-term or permanent coma. These types of injuries are especially common in motorcycle accidents but can also occur in other types of vehicle crashes, after a slip and fall, or on the job.
• Back and neck injuries – The spinal cord is the highway that allows the brain to both send and receive signals to and from the rest of the body. Yet this important conduit is surprisingly exposed and can be damaged or severed as the result of neck and back injuries. The results can range from ambulatory and sensory limitation to total paralysis and the broader health issues that accompany it. These types of limitations can forever alter the course of your life, but our Clarksville attorneys can help you get the financial resources you need to overcome your limitations.
• Paralysis – Serious spinal cord injuries can sometimes lead to paralysis. The three main categories are partial paralysis, localized paralysis or full paralysis. For instance, someone who suffers an injury near their C2 vertebrae may be fully paralyzed below the injury point. But partial paralysis could just affect a single arm or leg or another part of the body. The difference is often in how much muscle control a person has. With complete paralysis, they have no muscle control at all, but partial paralysis may mean that they can still control some of the muscles in that area. Roughly one out of every 50 people in the United States has paralysis to one degree or another, and it can lead to serious symptoms, such as a loss of feeling and sensation, a loss of muscle control, uncontrollable muscle cramps, tingling in a person’s limbs or a feeling of numbness around the injured area. The severity and duration of the symptoms often differ from injury to injury, which is why it’s so important to work with medical professionals.
• Burns and scarring – Fire, electrocution, chemical contact or exposure to explosive force can all potentially cause serious burns and scarring. In addition to requiring expensive treatment and causing serious and ongoing pain, many victims must relive these injuries every time they look in the mirror. In this way, severe disfigurement can also cause serious and ongoing psychological issues for the victim and daily struggles for his or her family.
• Amputation and limb loss – In some catastrophic accidents, workers suffer amputation injuries. An example of this could be if a worker’s limb is caught in a machine, such as a conveyor belt or a hydraulic press. Amputation injuries also sometimes happen when using power tools, such as miter saws or heavy equipment. In some cases, the accident means that the limb is lost immediately, but there are other situations where the damage is so significant that doctors don’t think the limb can recover. Since it won’t heal, they believe it is better to perform a medical amputation. An example of this could be if someone suffers an extreme crush injury. The limb may still be connected, but it is so thoroughly damaged that there is no possibility of healing. Amputation injuries include arms and legs, but can also happen to fingers, feet, hands and toes. An amputation can constitute a lifelong disability and may have a severe impact on a person’s quality of life and ability to make a living after the accident.
• Broken bones and fractures: Bone injuries are common after serious accidents and they are often more complex than they first appear. What many people call a broken bone is medically referred to as a fracture, and these injuries can vary widely in severity. Some fractures are minor and heal with rest and support, while others are severe and require surgery, long-term care or rehabilitation. While the terms “break” and “fracture” can be used interchangeably, medical professionals use “fracture” to describe any disruption in the bone. These can include hairline fractures, which are small cracks or more serious injuries like compound fractures where the bone breaks through the skin. There are also comminuted fractures, where the bone shatters into multiple pieces and greenstick fractures, which are more common in children and involve partial breaks. Even when treatment is successful, bone injuries can lead to lasting complications that affect daily life. These issues are not always obvious right away and may develop during or after recovery.

Broken bones and fractures can lead to both short-term and long-term complications, including reduced range of motion during healing and even after recovery, infections, especially in more severe or open fractures, chronic pain that lingers well beyond the initial injury and visible deformities such as misshapen bones or permanent scarring in the affected area. 

In more severe cases, individuals may experience long-term stiffness or permanent loss of function in the affected area, especially if the fracture involves a joint. Recovery may also involve physical therapy, pain management and repeated medical evaluations to monitor healing progress. These added challenges can increase the financial and physical burden on an injured person, making it even more important to understand the full scope of the injury and seek proper legal support when necessary. Recovery timelines can also vary depending on the type and severity of the fracture.

Because of these risks, it is important not to underestimate the impact of a bone injury after an accident. Proper diagnosis, timely treatment and ongoing care can have a role in preventing further harm. When these injuries are caused by someone else’s negligence, working with an attorney can help ensure that medical costs, long-term care needs and other damages are fully considered and pursued.

Catastrophic injury cases stand apart from typical personal injury claims. They deserve the attention of an experienced, well-known law firm. At The Kennedy Law Firm, PLLC, we call upon a network of skilled scientific, technical and medical experts to evaluate and provide testimony on behalf of our clients. As litigators, we have cultivated a reputation in Clarksville for always willing to go to court when necessary to get justice for our clients.

Statute Of Limitations For Accidents That Resulted In Catastrophic Injuries In Tennessee

Under Tennessee law, you generally have only one year from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. For victims facing permanent disability, paralysis or brain damage, this short window is particularly dangerous. If the victim is mentally or physically incapacitated following the trauma, the law may “pause” the deadline until they regain the ability to understand their legal rights.

We Are Committed To Helping Victims Of Catastrophic Injuries

With more than 75 years of combined legal experience, you and your family can rely on our attorneys at The Kennedy Law Firm, PLLC, to handle your serious or catastrophic injury with the level of personal care and commitment it deserves. From our three Clarksville offices, we serve the counties of Montgomery, Davidson, Stewart, Cheatham, Houston, Dickson, Humphreys and Henry.

We offer free consultations to assess your legal claim and can visit you at home or in a hospital or other medical facility. Call us today at 931-444-5620 or contact us online to set up a meeting with one of our attorneys.