Amputation

Car accident caused amputation

Did you lose a limb or another body part in an accident someone else caused? If so, they could owe you compensation for the trauma and financial harm you have suffered. You may have a right to demand compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and reduced quality of life. Attorney Troy A. Brookover wants to help you pursue the money you need to rebuild your life.

Troy Brookover is Board-Certified in Personal Injury Law and has more than 30 years of legal experience handling some of the most complicated accident cases in San Antonio. He understands the disruption that the loss of a limb can cause and the lengths that insurers will go to avoid paying fair compensation. At the Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover, our mission is to provide accident victims with the compassionate, one-on-one legal help they need while aggressively fighting for full compensation for them.

Ready to discuss your situation with an experienced amputation injury lawyer in San Antonio? Turn to Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover for assistance. Don’t wait another moment. Contact our office for a free, no-obligation consultation, and find out what we can do for you.

Why Hire a Lawyer If You Suffered an Amputation in a Car Accident?

Amputations are traumatic and life-altering injuries. The cost of emergency treatment, surgeries, physical therapy, and rehabilitation can create significant medical debt, in addition to the ongoing medical needs that many people experience with the loss of a limb. A study conducted by researchers with Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that the average lifetime healthcare costs of an amputation injury were over half a million dollars.

Why hire a lawyer if you suffered an amputation injury in a car accident? Ask yourself if you can cover your medical expenses today. What about when you need a new prosthetic device? What if an amputation alters your career path and earning trajectory? Will a hastily issued insurance check cover all these losses?

Hiring an attorney gives you an experienced advocate who can protect your rights during a difficult time. Attorney Troy A. Brookover has represented many people coping with life-changing injuries. He will take into account your financial and personal losses and pursue the compensation you need to move forward with your life. The high costs associated with amputation claims make them more complicated than other accident claims. Don’t trust a for-profit insurance company to put a fair value on your injury. Get help from an attorney who is committed to recovering the full amount available to you.

Why Choose Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover If You Suffered an Amputation?

There are many attorneys in San Antonio offering to help amputation accident victims settle their injury claims. Why choose Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover to handle your claim? The answer is simple: our legal ability and our case results. Troy Brookover is a Board-Certified Specialist in Personal Injury Trial Law as designated by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Board certification recognizes an attorney’s specialized knowledge of an area of law and legal ability. Troy Brookover has handled thousands of cases over 30 years in practice, giving him the experience, resources, and skill to put to work on your behalf.

Beyond the credentials, we offer personalized legal service and treat each client with respect and compassion. You can count on us to listen to you and give you the time and care you need during this challenging time. Although the legal process can be confusing and overwhelming, we are committed to clear communication with clients to keep you up to date on our progress in your case. Our goal is to make your life easier after an accident.

How Much Does a Lawyer Charge for a Case Involving Amputations?

At Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover, we understand you’re under a serious financial strain right now. The surgical expenses, rehabilitation costs, drug prescriptions, and lost income caused by an amputation can add up fast. The last thing need is a hefty attorney bill.

That’s why our firm works on a contingency fee basis. You will not be charged any costs upfront. We only get paid for our services if we successfully recover compensation on your behalf. We’ll review your case for free, so there’s no cost to learning if you have a viable claim.

Injured people who have legal representation tend to recover more compensation than those who try to deal with insurance companies on their own. That’s because insurance companies are adept at pressuring unrepresented claimants into accepting far less than they should receive. Without an attorney to protect you from an insurance company’s pressure tactics and advocate for you, you might wind up with a settlement that doesn’t fully compensate you for all your losses, especially the costs of future medical care.

At Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover, we want you to understand the claims process so you feel comfortable taking the next step toward recovering the money you deserve. Reach out to us today to get started.

Compensation You Can Get for Your Amputation

The value of an amputation claim depends on the unique circumstances of the injury and how it happened. In other words, there’s no way to estimate the amount you could be owed without thoroughly reviewing the specific situation first. If someone else caused your amputation injury, you may be entitled to demand compensation for the following:

  • Medical expenses
  • Lost wages
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Property damage
  • Emotional distress
  • Loss of quality of life
  • Pain and suffering

Do not accept money from anyone or sign away your legal rights before talking to a knowledgeable San Antonio amputation law firm about your case.

Common Types of Amputations

Amputations may be either traumatic or surgical in nature. A traumatic amputation is the unexpected and sudden loss of a body part as the direct result of an accident, such as the severing of an arm in a traffic collision. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, 45 percent of all amputations are traumatic.

A surgical amputation is the deliberate removal of a limb or body part in response to infection, disease, or irreparable destruction of the limb. Medical professionals sometimes attempt to save a severed limb, only to surgically amputate the body part later due to poor blood supply or infection.

Medical professionals recognize several types of amputation based on the particular body part removed. Some of the most common include the following:

  • Wrist disarticulation – Amputation through the wrist
  • Transcarpal – Amputation of a finger, fingers, or portion of the hand
  • Transradial – Amputation of the arm below the elbow
  • Elbow disarticulation – Amputation through the elbow or at the elbow level
  • Transhumeral – Amputation of the arm above the elbow
  • Shoulder disarticulation – Amputation of the arm at shoulder level
  • Forequarter amputation – Amputation of the arm and part of the shoulder potentially impacts the clavicle and scapula bones
  • Toe amputation – Amputation of one or more toes
  • Midfoot amputation – Amputation of toes and part of the foot, typically leaving only the heel and ankle joint
  • Ankle disarticulation – Amputation of the foot at the ankle
  • Transtibial – Amputation of the leg below the knee
  • Knee disarticulation – Amputation through the knee or at knee level
  • Transfemoral – Amputation of the leg above the knee
  • Hip disarticulation – Amputation of the leg at the hip joint
  • Hemipelvectomy or pelvic amputation – Amputation of the entire leg and part of the pelvis

Common Causes of Amputations

Practically any severe accident can result in either traumatic or surgical amputation. Some of the most common causes include the following:

In many of amputation cases, someone else is to blame for the victim’s injuries. In that situation, the at-fault party also may be financially liable for the expenses and losses incurred as a result of the amputation injury. If you or someone you love suffered an amputation in San Antonio and someone else is at fault, a lawyer can help you demand fair compensation.

Get Legal Help from an Experienced Lawyer Near You

Losing a body part is a traumatic and life-changing experience – one that you should not bear the financial cost of when someone else is at fault. Turn to a compassionate and experienced attorney who can help you pursue the compensation you need. The legal team with Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover can:

  • Investigate the accident to determine liability
  • Calculate the full range of your compensable losses
  • Negotiate aggressively with insurance companies for a fair settlement
  • Take your case to trial if the insurance company will not cooperate

Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover will handle your injury case with no upfront cost to you. We only charge a fee if we win your case. Find out more about what our amputation injury law firm can do for you by contacting our office for a free consultation.