Amputation claims can be brought against the people and entities who may be responsible for the injury. Common defendants include general contractors, responsible subcontractors, product manufacturers and designers, or in the case of vehicle accidents drivers and the employers of those drivers.
Amputation injuries and prosthetics also pose many risks associated with medication side effects and other amputation complications, including:
- Phantom pain syndrome
- Chronic neuroma
- Infection
- Sympathetic dystrophy syndrome
- Stiffness
In order to obtain the maximum possible result at settlement or trial, many amputation cases benefit from a life-care planner, vocational rehabilitation expert, and economist to provide support for the extent of economic damages that the amputation victim is, more likely than not, going to experience.
The attorneys at Armstrong Lee & Baker LLP have experience with the unique challenges presented by amputation injuries. As with any amputation case, there is no fee unless we win. Contact us for a free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely nothing. At Armstrong Lee & Baker LLP, our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. This means that you owe us nothing unless we win your case, whether that’s in the form of a settlement or a judgment. We offer a free consultation to anyone who thinks they might have a personal injury case.
We suggest speaking with an attorney as soon as possible after your injury. Something to keep in mind is that all personal injury cases need evidence, and that evidence often degrades over time. As a result, many jurisdictions have a strict statute of limitations (or time limit) for filing a claim. In Texas, most victims have only two years from the date of injury to file, so it is important to start building your case immediately.
In the state of Texas, employers have the option of filing for workers’ compensation insurance. This policy covers them in case an employee suffers an injury on the job. However, some employers choose to be non-subscribers, which means they opt out of this coverage and lose certain legal protections. This means that if an injured employee sues them after a work injury, they may end up paying more damages. In addition, they may be liable for pain and suffering, punitive damages, and medical benefits. Learn more about non-subscriber injuries here.
The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) keeps track of employers that report their non-subscriber status. Currently, you can find a spreadsheet of every reported non-subscriber business in Texas under TDI’s workers’ compensation insurance coverage verification page. This includes the business address, business name, and filing dates. Learn more here.
There are a few different ways to manage your bills while waiting for your case to settle. For medical treatment, it is common to arrange a lien with the doctor’s office or hospital. A medical lien is essentially an agreement to pay back your treatment costs with a portion of your potential settlement. Another option for miscellaneous bills, such as rent, utilities, or other essential expenses, is lawsuit funding. Much like a lien, you pay these loans back with a portion of your settlement or judgment. However, these loans have high interest rates and fees, so be sure to discuss this option with your attorney.