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A catastrophic injuries claim will usually be one that is made where there has been some significant loss of capacity in the claimant, whether physical or mental.
Physical catastrophic injuries
In cases where the catastrophic injuries claim has been made for an injury that is primarily physical, for example, a spinal cord injury, it is likely that the claimant will continue to possess the wherewithal to manage his or her own affairs, i.e. make financial decisions about his or her future.
Catastrophic injuries and reduced mental capacity
Tragically, whether they have been sustained in a car or motorcycle accident or some other setting, accident injuries can result in a person losing significant mental capacity.
In such cases, it will fall to the Court of Protection to decide whether the claimant retains the ability to make decisions, both financial and personal.
Should the court deem it necessary, it will then appoint a deputy to manage the affairs of that person. This deputy will then be charged with acting in accordance with the injured person's best interests and may be required to decide such things as how to manage the protected person's assets and how to best serve their personal welfare.
Catastrophic injuries compensation deputies
In some high value personal injury cases, such as those that have resulted in life-changing brain or head injury, a deputy will be appointed to manage a catastrophic injury compensation settlement in accordance with the injured person's best interests. In these circumstances, the deputy will be responsible for such things as ensuring that sums are spent on the injured person receiving the best possible nursing care and living conditions.
Catastrophic injury lawyers
Any injury that causes permanent disability, chronic medical problems or significant reduced life expectancy can be classed as catastrophic.
We have a team of personal injury lawyers who bring specialist working knowledge to catastrophic injury claims to ensure the best possible settlements for our clients.
With the exception of claims for medical negligence, we are able to offer our clients a completely charge-free service that, because there are no deductions, also delivers 100 percent compensation.
To enquire about a claim for serious or catastrophic injury, consult a legal advisor today.
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