How Does a Serious and Catastrophic Personal Injury Claim Differ from Other Personal Injury Lawsuits?

Serious and/or catastrophic injury claims typically involve more substantial losses.

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A significant part (often the bulk) of the damages recovered are usually for future losses.

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Both liability and damages typically require expert witness testimony.

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Settling a serious and/or catastrophic injury claim is a far more complex process.

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Serious and Catastrophic Injury Claims—An Overview

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