When someone loses a limb due to an accident or another party’s negligence, it can cause devastating physical, emotional, and financial effects. If you or someone you love suffered a preventable amputation injury, a Miami amputation lawyer can help explain your legal rights and options. An attorney can investigate your case and help you understand if another party may be liable and if you have a viable amputation case under Florida law.
Attorney Alexander Alvarez and the Law Office of Alexander Alvarez, PA, provide legal representation to South Florida residents who have sustained catastrophic injuries due to negligence. At our law firm, we take pride in thoroughly investigating each case and carefully preparing the legal documents for your case. We also make ourselves available to our clients and answer any questions they may have.
We understand that catastrophic injuries like amputations affect both your present and future. These types of injuries often require extensive medical treatment and recovery time. They can cause you to incur future medical expenses, need rehabilitation therapy, and alter your quality of life. We can advocate for you to receive the compensation you need in Miami.
Amputation injuries are some of the most life-altering injuries that a person can sustain. Some amputations are due to medical issues, but there are cases where another party can be held responsible for the accident that caused the amputation. Causes of accident-related amputations include:
Oftentimes, an accident causes an initial injury to become so severe that a limb must be amputated. Recovery from an amputation usually involves emergency medical treatment, surgery, potential multiple follow-up procedures, prosthetic fitting, physical therapy and rehab, and regular future medical care to maintain your health.
About 5.6 million Americans are living with loss of limb. Most of those who suffer limb loss have loss in their lower extremities, accounting for 86.6% of losses.
A lost limb impacts far more than your day-to-day physical capabilities. Many accident victims face mobility issues, loss of employment or earning capacity, loss of independence, and emotional trauma following an amputation.
The financial impact of an amputation injury can continue for years to come. After immediate medical treatment, individuals may need to purchase prosthetic devices, replacement items such as a wheelchair, rehabilitation treatments, home modifications, and more. Some accident victims may require vocational rehabilitation if they are unable to return to work in the same field as before their accident.
The damages you may be entitled to recover in an amputation injury claim depend on the unique facts of your case and the losses you suffered as a result of the accident. Some examples of compensation that may be available in these types of claims include:
Just like with medical expenses, it is important to consider future needs when valuing an amputation injury. Prosthetic devices may need to be replaced periodically, some individuals require ongoing therapy, and injuries may require you to make changes that can impact your long-term finances.
Deciding to hire an amputation lawyer soon after an injury can allow that attorney to help preserve evidence and develop a clear record of what happened. Your Miami amputation attorney can gather photos, safety reports, equipment manuals, witness testimony, and other pieces of information that may be difficult to secure later on.
Seeking legal advice quickly can also prevent accident victims from making statements to insurance companies that may undermine their right to seek compensation. Insurance companies have teams who work to evaluate serious injury claims within days. Therefore, having accurate and clear evidence can be critical in your claim.
Most personal injury claims filed in Miami- Dade County go through the Miami-Dade County Courthouse, 73 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33130. While some amputation injury claims are resolved through negotiation, others need to be litigated. Knowing where your amputation claim could be heard can help you better understand the litigation process.
Yes. If medical negligence, surgical mistake, misdiagnosis, or another failure to follow proper medical procedure contributed to a doctor or medical provider performing an amputation in Miami, Florida, then he or she could be held liable for wrongful amputation. Medical malpractice claims must show that a medical provider injured you by failing to adhere to standards of care.
The three main categories are upper extremity amputations, lower extremity amputations, and partial or whole limb amputations. Some examples of amputations are finger amputation, hand amputation, arm amputation, toe amputation, foot amputation, leg amputation, and hip-level amputation. The particular kind is determined by the extent of the injury, medical considerations, and the surgical approach.
Yes. Amputation is classified as catastrophic. This injury can permanently impact your mobility, independence, employment potential, and lifestyle. Living with the loss of a limb can lead to lifelong medical costs, prosthetics, rehabilitation, and adjustment to life changes. When determining damages in a personal injury claim, the future ramifications of an amputation are factored into the claim.
Yes, a workplace accident may cause a valid amputation claim depending on the details of your case. Workers’ comp can provide benefits if your injury is work-related. However, you may also be able to file a personal injury claim if a third party played a role in your accident. This could include the manufacturer of a defective piece of equipment or a contractor.
At the Law Office of Alexander Alvarez, PA, we understand amputation laws and can help you understand how they apply to your case. We can advocate for you so you can receive the compensation you need after your accident. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
Contact our firm in Miami online or by telephone at 866-270-0589 and arrange a free initial consultation. Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, so there is no financial obligation to simply speaking with our firm and learning about your options.
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