Each year millions of Americans suffer injuries in car accidents. In this slide we present some of the most serious injuries people suffer in car accidents.

1. T H E L A W
O F F I C E S O F
S E A N M . C L E A R Y
P R E S E N T S :
THE MOST COMMON
CATASTROPHIC INJURIES
IN CAR ACCIDENTS

2. CAR ACCIDENTS CAN CHANGE
LIVES FOREVER
No one can expect to be involved in a
car crash. Most drivers take safety for
granted and forget that high speed
increases the risk of an accident.
Unfortunately, millions of Americans
suffer injuries in car crashes every year.
Even though many of these injuries are
minor, several of them lead to
hospitalization and, in some case,
death. In the following pages, we’ll take
a look at some of the most serious
injuries people suffer in vehicle crashes.

3. WHAT IS A CATASTROPHIC INJURY?
The term “Catastrophic injury” is used to describe a significant, life-
altering injury. While some interpretations of the term limit the
definition to traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries, we will
also include other devastating injuries, such as organ damage,
burns and loss of limbs.

4. Traumatic brain injuries are caused by a blow or jolt to the head.
Concussions are considered “mild” traumatic brain injuries. Brain
injuries can impact a person’s memory, speech, learning and many
other processes. Vehicle crashes are the third leading cause of
traumatic brain injuries in the United States.
1. TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES

5. Spinal cord injuries often
come in the form of vertebrae
fractures, and the results can
be catastrophic for victims.
Spinal cord injuries can be
painful, expensive and lead to
serious complications, such
as paralysis. Car accidents
are the main cause of spinal
cord injuries.
2. SPINAL CORD INJURIES

6. Internal injuries are incredibly
dangerous because they
impact basic bodily functions
and are often difficult to
detect immediately following
a crash. Common examples
of internal injuries include
internal bleeding and organ
damage. When there is
significant internal bleeding
or organ damage, it can
trigger a series of organ
failures, leading to shock
and, potentially, death.
3. INTERNAL INJURIES

7. Amputations are often the result of traumatic accidents, such as
vehicle crashes. The loss of a limb can severely limit a person’s
ability to work and diminish their quality of life. Amputations are also
costly for victims, leading to ongoing medical expenses and loss of
future income.
4. AMPUTATIONS OR LOSS OF LIMBS

8. Burns are some of the most excruciating and expensive injuries a
person can suffer. A serious burn injury can cause disfigurement,
disability and death. When a vehicle catches fire after a crash,
occupants often suffer second, or third-degree burns over a large
portion of their body.
5. BURNS

9. When someone suffers serious
injuries because of a negligent
driver, they have legal options. A
victim can file a personal injury claim
to recover the costs associated with
their injury, including medical bills,
lost wages, property damage, pain
and suffering. Family members who
have lost a loved one due to a
negligent driver can take legal action
through wrongful death claims to
receive payment for lost income,
medical bills and end-of-life costs.
WHAT CAN YOU DO IF YOU'VE BEEN INJURED
IN A CAR ACCIDENT?

10. HIRE AN EXPERIENCED AND RELIABLE
PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER
If you or a loved one has
suffered a catastrophic injury
in a car accident, contact The
Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary
to learn more about your
options. We fight for our
clients to make sure they get
the payment they deserve.
We offer a free consultation to
see how we can assist you in
your case.

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