Advocating for Victims of Life-Altering Trauma
Serious Injury Accident Attorneys
Serious injuries can devastate lives in an instant. The impacts of catastrophic harm like brain trauma, spinal cord damage or the loss of a limb are profound and lasting. If you or a loved one suffered disabling injuries caused by someone else’s negligence, you need a fierce legal partner to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
At Herrling Clark Law Firm, our compassionate team has years of experience representing victims of the most severe accident injuries across Wisconsin. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll these life-altering traumas take. Our skilled litigators give voice to your suffering in court and at the negotiating table.
Cases Our Serious Injury Team Handles
Our attorneys advocate tirelessly for clients harmed by all types of serious injury accidents, including:
- Car and truck collisions
- Motorcycle crashes
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
- Slips, trips, and falls
- Dog attacks
- Defective product incidents
- Premises liability cases
- Workplace accidents
We take on claims involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, paralysis, loss of limbs, internal injuries, broken bones, and other disabling trauma. Our team relentlessly investigates every case, examining evidence and collaborating with accident reconstruction experts when needed.
Our attorneys can help you with the following personal injuries:
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Auto Accident
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Bicycle Accident
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Burn Injuries and Electrocution
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Business Slip and Fall Injuries
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Construction Site Accident
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Dog Bites and Animal Injury
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Drunk Driving Crashes
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Head, Neck and Spine Injury
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Motorcycle Accident
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Pedestrian Accident
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Products Liability
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Recreational Vehicle Accident
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Trucking Accident
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Uninsured or Underinsured Motorists
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Wrongful Death
FAQs
A serious bodily injury is generally defined as an injury that creates a high probability of death; causes serious permanent disfigurement; or causes a permanent or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or organ. Because these injuries have a devastating, lifelong impact on the victim and their family, successfully pursuing a claim requires dedicated personal injuries lawyers from an experienced law firm like Herrling Clark Law Firm.
A fatal injury is any injury that results in the death of the victim. Dealing with the aftermath of a fatal injury requires not only compassion but also highly skilled legal guidance from a personal injury attorney who can navigate these emotionally and legally complex claims.
A serious personal injury claim is a case where the victim has suffered “catastrophic” harm. Injuries that will require a lifetime of care or permanently alter their ability to work and enjoy life. These claims are more complex than standard cases as they require “future damages” calculations, involving medical experts and possibly life-care planners. Were you hurt in a car accident or at work? If so, the personal injury lawyers at Herrling Clark Law Firm have the resources to handle the extensive evidence needed to prove the true value of your future needs.
A serious car accident is typically defined by the resulting injuries and damages, rather than just the severity of the collision itself. An accident is considered serious if it results in major bodily injury or death, or involves significant vehicle damage that suggests high-impact forces. Such accidents often involve multi-vehicle collisions, head-on crashes, or accidents involving trucks or commercial vehicles. If you’ve been involved in an incident that caused serious bodily injury, contact Herrling Clark Law Firm today.
To make a serious injury claim, you must first prioritize medical treatment and follow all doctor’s recommendations. Next, immediately contact an injury lawyer to ensure evidence is preserved and all legal deadlines are met. Your lawyer will then:
- Investigate the accident to establish liability.
- Collect comprehensive medical documentation proving the severity and long-term impact of your injuries.
- Engage expert witnesses (medical, vocational, and economic) to calculate future losses.
- Negotiate aggressively with the insurance company or file a lawsuit.
Compensation for serious injury claims is calculated by totaling both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages include all quantifiable losses: past and future medical expenses, lost wages, and loss of future earning capacity. Non-economic damages are subjective and cover pain, suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium, and loss of enjoyment of life. The difference between a fair settlement and a low offer often hinges on the quality of the experts your personal injury attorney hires to accurately project these future and non-economic losses.
Factors that cause more serious bodily injury and death in traffic accidents include high speeds (which increase impact force exponentially), distracted driving (leading to delayed reactions and harder impacts), impaired driving (alcohol/drugs), and non-use of safety features (seatbelts or helmets). Accidents involving large vehicles like semi-trucks or commercial vehicles also dramatically increase the risk of fatal injuries due to the massive disparity in size and weight. If you’ve been affected by any of these factors, the personal injury lawyers at Herrling Clark Law Firm are here to help.
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