Catastrophic injuries and wrongful deaths are caused by sudden, unexpected physical force that occurs because of motor vehicle accidents, falls, drowning, gunshot wounds, poisoning, or burns from fire and chemicals and other accidents. Many of those who survive a catastrophic event have spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injury, amputated limbs, multiple fractures, or burns and face long-term implications that may not be immediately apparent. A catastrophic injury or sudden death is devastating to the whole family unit and, overwhelmed by shock and pain; financial implications are often the last concern. Grief may be compounded when the injury or death was inflicted by the negligent or malicious actions of another party. Those found negligent in personal injury or wrongful death are legally obligated (liable) to make good for the damage or losses they have caused. Victim compensation may include medical expenses; pain and suffering; and loss of future income. 

These challenging and complex cases require the best legal help available. At The Law Offices of Richard Flexner we focus on serious and catastrophic injuries and wrongful death claims. Rich Flexner is a North Carolina trial attorney with over twenty-five years experience in these types of claims. We serve the residents of Wilmington, New Hanover County, Wrightsville Beach, Oak Island, Brunswick County, Kure Beach, Pender County, Carolina Beach, Columbus County, Burgaw, Southport, Bladen County, Elizabethtown, Bolivia, Whiteville, and throughout North Carolina.

Our qualifications help to ensure that victims and their families obtain all of the financial support they will need now and in the future. Whether we're negotiating settlements or fighting for clients in the courtroom, we understand the long-term costs associated with these cases and are better equipped to ensure a successful outcome to help our clients. 

In 2004, there were an estimated 27 million visits to U.S. hospital emergency departments for injuries. Of those injured, more than 20.7 million people faced temporary or permanent disability. Some sobering facts:

•  The number one cause of death for every age between 3 and 33 is motor vehicle accidents. Crashes injure more than 3.5 million people annually and account for an estimated 4 million visits to the emergency room.
• Up to 10,000 Americans die every year of burn-related infections, and pneumonia is the most common infectious complication for burn patients.
•  Sports, recreation and exercise (SRE) injuries send more than 10,000 people to hospital emergency rooms every day.
• In 2003, more than 16,000 people were killed in slip and fall accidents. Falls are the leading cause of unintentional injury and death for those aged 65 and older.
• Each year, an estimated 80,000 people in the U.S. sustain traumatic brain injuries (TBI) that result in disabilities. Today, an estimated 5.3 million Americans live with TBI-related disabilities. 

While it is impossible to assign a cost to pain and suffering or the loss of a life, the law allows a jury to determine the amount of compensation to award in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. A qualified attorney with the proper education and legal skills is invaluable to preparing a successful claim. Your attorney should be able to clearly present their recommendations and explain the potential outcome of the decisions you make. The Law Offices of Richard Flexner is proactive in identifying and responding to client needs. We recognize that our clients are facing a traumatic time in their lives and we take pride in offering a responsive, respectful and results-oriented approach to our firm's relationships.

If you have been involved in a catastrophic injury or wrongful death event, it is important to contact us today to protect your rights. Contact The Law Offices of Richard Flexner legal team today at 1-800-FLEXNER or 910-794-3221, for your free legal consultation. You may also contact us through our online form.

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