Catastrophic Injuries Lawyer in Salem, OR
Fighting for Clients Throughout the Greater Willamette Valley
Catastrophic injuries are typically life-changing; their severe consequences can impact not only the injured but also their entire family. Whether from a car accident or some other cause, they can leave you with permanent disabilities, overwhelming medical expenses, and the inability to return to work or enjoy life activities. Families, too, carry the burden, struggling to provide care, adapt home environments, and adjust to a drastically altered future.
These life-altering events demand more than just standard legal representation; they require an attorney with a deep understanding of the long-term physical, emotional, and financial toll such injuries inflict.
Smith Morgan LLP is committed to helping victims of catastrophic injuries and their families secure the comprehensive compensation needed to cover a lifetime of care, rehabilitation, and lost earnings. We are prepared to fight aggressively against insurance companies and at-fault parties in personal injury claims and lawsuits.
Request a free consultation with a Salem catastrophic injury attorney at Smith Morgan LLP by calling (541) 248-6979 or reaching us online. Consultations can be conducted virtually for your convenience. Hablamos español.
What Are Catastrophic Injuries?
A catastrophic injury results in long-lasting or permanent consequences, significantly affecting a person’s ability to live and work as they once did. These injuries typically require extensive medical treatment, rehabilitation, and sometimes lifelong assistance.
Examples include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Severe burns
- Amputations or loss of limb
- Multiple fractures or crush injuries
- Organ damage
- Vision or hearing loss
- Severe neurological damage
Our Settlements & Verdicts
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$250,000 Uninsured Motorist Claim
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$875,000 Trip And Fall Injury
Settlement for an 82-year-old man who suffered serious injuries after falling at a local business.
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$100,000 Denied Claim Turned Around
Policy limit settlement where the insurance company initially denied responsibility until Smith Morgan, LLP got involved.
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Settlement Trip And Fall At Local Business
An 81-year-old man suffered severe injuries after tripping at a business. Investigation revealed multiple code violations at the doorway. The case settled shortly before trial, covering all medical costs plus pain and suffering.
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$175,000 Hit-And-Run Accident
Arbitration award against a driver who fled the scene and attempted to blame someone else.
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Good Samaritan Injured Policy Limit Settlement
A 52-year-old man was run over while trying to stop a severely intoxicated driver. Despite the insurer blaming the victim, Smith Morgan, LLP pursued punitive damages, resulting in a policy limit settlement within days.
How We Protect & Support You in Catastrophic Injury Claims
Catastrophic injury claims are more complex than other personal injury cases because of the high stakes. Victims may need lifelong medical care, adaptive equipment, home modifications, or long-term income replacement.
Insurance companies often aggressively contest payouts in high-value cases, making vigorous legal representation essential. Our firm knows how to document the full impact of your injury and pursue compensation that genuinely reflects your long-term needs.
Since 1991, our firm has devoted itself solely to personal injury law. Our team has handled thousands of cases and is committed to delivering personalized, hands-on representation to every client. When you hire us, you work directly with an attorney from day one.
We:
- Thoroughly investigate the cause of your injury
- Consult with medical and vocational experts to assess future care needs
- Calculate the full extent of damages, including medical expenses, other out-of-pocket expenses, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, and pain and suffering
- Negotiate aggressively with insurers
- Take your case to trial if necessary to protect your rights
Call (541) 248-6979 or submit our online contact form to book your free case review with our Salem catastrophic injury attorney today. Available 24/7.