Amputation / Loss of Limb

San Diego Accident and Injury Lawyer

Amputation / loss of limb is one of the most serious injuries that a person may experience. Though limb reattachment is possible in some cases, most people who have suffered dismemberment will face the rest of their lives without a hand, foot, finger, arm or leg. Considerable medical expenses and an entirely changed life are in the future of an amputee.

As a San Diego personal injury attorney, Mark Bush is committed to helping amputees seek justice and recover financial compensation for their injuries. He assists those who have been injured as the result of negligence, medical malpractice, defective products and intentional wrongdoing. No matter the circumstances that may have led to amputation, he can provide knowledgeable insight to guide the victim in the right direction – toward maximum financial compensation and a more secure future.

The Consequences of Limb Loss

An amputee may suffer from lasting trauma as the result of the traumatic or surgical loss of a limb. Some amputees will experience phantom pain, which occurs when the individual feels pain in the missing limb. Psychological trauma is common, as dealing with limited physical abilities and disfigurement can bring about depression, grief and other serious issues. If an artificial limb is to be used, the amputee will need to learn how to function with the prosthetic. The artificial limb itself may cause problems, such as skin issues or surgical complications. Physical therapy can help amputees adapt to their new lives, but this will often take time.

Because an amputee may be unable to return to work, work in the same field or perform certain day-to-day activities, the lasting consequences of losing a limb are often considerable. This is why it is particularly important to seek maximum compensation for a personal injury claim related to amputation. The money recovered can help with medical expenses, medication, prosthetic and assistive devices, physical therapy, lost wages, future loss of earnings and even emotional trauma. All of this can help the victim and his or her family rebuild.

Our San Diego Personal Injury Attorney Can Help

An unwavering commitment to client service and a passion for justice have enabled our San Diego injury law firm to secure outstanding results even in complex injury claims and lawsuits. If you would like to learn more about your legal options after a car accident, motorcycle accident, workplace injury, truck accident or other incident that led to amputation, we welcome you to call our offices at any time. We will be happy to answer your questions and determine exactly how we can assist you.

Contact a San Diego injury lawyer today.