After a major accident, an amputation may be required to if there has been a severe injury to a person’s limb. When you lose an arm or leg because of someone else’s negligent conduct, a personal injury claim may help you seek the compensation needed to assist you in moving forward with your life. While there are many great resources to aid amputees in rebuilding their lives following their injuries, the costs can be high—both financially and emotionally.
Common Causes of Severed Limbs and Amputations
An amputation is a traumatic result of an accident—one that may have left the injured party in a great deal of pain and financial hardship. A dedicated attorney in Denton will help an injured person investigate the circumstances surrounding the underlying cause of the accident that leads to an amputation, which is a key component of a successful claim for monetary damages. Limbs may be amputated in two major ways. The most common is as a part of medical treatment. While medical teams will do everything they can to save a limb, sometimes it is not possible. Amputation may be what is required to save an injured person’s life. Amputations may also occur due to the severing of the limb in the accident. Severe accidents can rip limbs from the body or disconnect them entirely. In either case, a defendant may be responsible for the harm that occurred. Many situations may cause injuries severe enough to lead to an amputation, including:
- Construction accidents
- Motorcycle and car crashes
- Bicycle injuries and pedestrian collisions
- 18-Wheeler collisions
- Major burns
Discovering what caused the injury is essential to holding a defendant responsible for their actions.
