Los Angeles Amputation Injury Lawyer

According to the National Limb Loss Information Center, nearly 200,000 amputations are performed every year in the U.S., and

some two million Americans are living as amputees. A whopping 75 percent of upper limb amputations are due to trauma or accidental injury, reports Stanford Health Care.  

If a limb or appendage is so severely damaged that the body is incapable of healing it, amputation is typically the only option. In catastrophic injury cases – often stemming from motorcycle accidents and vehicular accidents – victims may lose a limb or body part after it is traumatically severed from the body. This is known as a traumatic amputation. A surgical amputation may be required for fingers, toes, or extremities that have been injured beyond repair. 

If you or someone you love has suffered an amputation injury caused by another party’s negligence, the courts provide avenues for securing fair compensation. Traumatic amputations are extraordinarily serious and may prevent you from returning to work. The loss of a limb, a finger or a toe can significantly diminish your quality of life, turning the simplest of tasks into insurmountable burdens. Did you know that almost a quarter of all surgical amputations performed in the United States are because of traumatic injury that severs a digit or appendage from the body? In many cases, emergency amputations are tied to crush or avulsion injuries caused by vehicle crashes, industrial or workplace accidents.

Every year in the U.S., some 25,000 people become amputees because of traumatic accidents. Unfortunately, many of these amputation victims were not properly compensated for their medical expenses, lost income, pain or emotional suffering. In the wake of a serious accident, do not accept an insurance settlement without speaking to a qualified amputation lawyer.

Amputation injury causes

According to statistics from the Amputee Coalition, more than 2,000,000 people in the U.S. are limb loss survivors. Some of the leading causes of traumatic amputations include:

• Workplace accidents (construction or industrial sites)
• Farming accidents involving tractors and heavy machinery
• Car and motor vehicle accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Accidents involving power tools and household equipment

Most amputation accidents that take place on the job are caused by faulty machinery, lax maintenance, improper repairs, insufficient employee training, or other dangerous work conditions. Regardless of where the injury took place, time is of the essence when it comes to filing a lawsuit for loss of limb compensation.

Loss of limb from catastrophic injuries 

Oftentimes, individuals who suffer amputation injuries are rendered permanently disabled, and incapable of returning to work. Victims may be forced to make major lifestyle adjustments to compensate for the loss of an appendage or limb, which greatly diminishes their quality of life. 

If you’ve been involved in an accident that resulted in an amputation injury, you may be eligible for compensation from negligent parties. By pursuing legal action, a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer at Ellis Injury Law can help you recover the necessary financial means to pay medical bills, reimburse lost wages, and aid in your recovery and rehabilitation process. Our attorneys have a history of obtaining maximum compensation for amputation injuries resulting from vehicle crashes, pedestrian accidents, and defective products, and have won more than $350 million in settlements for clients over the last 25 years. 

Causes & life-changing effects of amputation injuries  

Johns Hopkins Medicine states that diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, invasive cancer, blood clots, neuroma, and osteomyelitis are some of the most common causes of surgical amputation.  

In the context of trauma and accidents that result in amputation injuries, our lawyers have handled a wide range of legal actions involving: 

• Construction site accidents 
• Motorcycle accidents 
• Heavy machinery accidents 
• Severe burn injuries 
• Motor vehicle and truck crashes 
• Industrial accidents 
• Dangerous and defective consumer products 
• Work-related accidents 

Injuries that result in amputation produce much more than the physical loss of a body part.  And while many amputees make adjustments to accommodate their condition, the emotional and financial effects can be devastating.  

One day you’re living your best life, and the next you’re rushed to a hospital for emergency surgery. The loss of a finger, an arm, a foot, or part of a leg will undoubtedly impact the rest of your life, making it difficult if not impossible to enjoy the activities and pastimes you did before.  

Around 80 percent of amputees suffer from phantom limb pain for months or even years after losing a body part. This can range from intense pressure to burning, itching and a sensation of electrical shocks.  

Beyond rehabilitation with physical therapy, victims may need muscle relaxants, pain medications, assistive devices, prosthetics, vocational counseling, and psychological therapy. 

California amputation lawyers

Ellis Law is one of the most respected personal injury law firms in California, providing aggressive representation for victims of amputation and dismemberment injuries. Our award-winning trial attorneys have a long track record of achieving notable settlements and verdicts in complex injury cases involving faulty machinery, defective products, negligent drivers, and unsafe working conditions.

By retaining an amputation injury attorney at Ellis Law, you can rest assured that we will protect your best interests from the moment we take your case. We are a client-focused law firm that prides itself in offering compassionate, personalized attention, with the goal of obtaining maximum compensation for clients. Do not hesitate to contact our Los Angeles headquarters or one of our 20 office locations for a free consultation and case review.

How much is my amputation injury worth?

The value of an amputation injury will depend on several factors, but in cases involving loss of one or two limbs, amputation settlements can easily climb into the millions of dollars. When assessing the general and special damages suffered, the courts will consider the severity and type of injury, and whether the amputation has affected your ability to work or even perform everyday activities like walking, eating, dressing, or caring for yourself.

By taking legal action, you may be able to win compensation that covers much more than lost income and hospital bills. Ellis Law works with leading medical experts and life care planners to ensure clients obtain the monies needed to meet future financial obligations and get their lives headed in a more positive, hopeful direction.

An amputation settlement or court award will take into consideration the following:

• Costs of prosthetic devices/ medical equipment
• In-home modifications
• Continuing medical care or surgeries
• Physical and vocational therapy
• Counseling for emotional distress, anxiety, depression
• Loss of future earnings
• Loss of quality of life
• Permanent or partial disability
• Loss of spousal consortium

How Ellis Injury Law can help 

Given the life-altering consequences of an amputation injury, and immense financial burdens that ensue, it’s important for victims to seek qualified legal representation when negligence is a factor. It costs nothing to speak with an accident lawyer at our firm about your rights to compensation. 

Our veteran lawyers routinely work with respected medical experts to determine the true impact of your amputation injury. By crafting a compelling claim for damages, we can demand maximum compensation for: 

• Related medical expenses 
• Loss of income 
• Physical and emotional suffering 
• Diminished work capacity 
• Ongoing medical care 
• Prosthetics and assistive devices 
• In-home modifications 
• Loss of enjoyment of life 

Insurance companies do not have your best interests at heart, and will most likely attempt to settle your case quickly and with the least amount of financial exposure. When you hire Ellis Injury Law, you will have a results-driven accident lawyer who isn’t afraid to play hardball or take the case to trial. 

Time limits for filing an amputation claim 

Under California law, personal injury victims typically have two years from the date of the accident and bodily injury to file suit. Once this statute of limitations expires or runs out, you are barred from seeking a legal recovery. 

Advocate for your rights after a catastrophic amputation injury and contact Ellis Injury Law as soon as possible. There are no upfront legal costs since we operate on a contingency basis. Call us today to arrange a free case evaluation. 

Los Angeles amputation injury attorneys

Whatever the circumstances of your amputation injury, Ellis Law is prepared to answer your questions candidly and outline the best strategies for legal recovery. The loss of an appendage or limb has life-changing physical, emotional and economic consequences. Our legal team will fight for the compensation you rightfully deserve, ensuring you can afford the medical treatment needed to live your life with confidence. If you’re concerned about legal costs, Ellis Law works on a contingency basis, which means there are zero fees unless we win or settle your amputation case.