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In the blink of an eye, a catastrophic injury can shatter your life, leaving you facing surgeries, rehabilitation, mounting medical bills, and an uncertain future. We know you're not just dealing with physical pain but also emotional trauma.
At Omar Ochoa Law Firm, we've walked alongside Houston families through their darkest days after life-altering injuries. Our catastrophic injury attorneys don't just see a case — we see your struggle, your fears, and your need for an advocate who truly understands what you're going through.
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Vehicle crashes are a common cause of catastrophic injuries that can devastate lives and families without warning. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, there were 15,219 serious injury crashes in Texas in 2023, resulting in 18,752 people sustaining serious injuries. While the fatality rate decreased by 4.10% from 2022, there were still 4,283 deaths.
For years, our firm has stood by catastrophic injury victims throughout Houston and the surrounding areas. Our skilled lawyers have successfully recovered millions in compensation for our clients affected by car accidents and other personal injuries, helping them secure the resources needed for long-term care, rehabilitation, and financial stability.
If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury due to another's actions in Houston, TX, don't face this challenge alone. Call Omar Ochoa Law Firm at 956-253-3121 for a free, confidential consultation with a catastrophic injury attorney who genuinely cares about your recovery.
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Catastrophic injuries are generally understood to be severe injuries that cause permanent disability, significant disfigurement, or long-term impairment affecting a person's ability to work and perform daily activities.
Catastrophic injuries typically include:
These injuries often require extensive medical treatment, rehabilitation, and lifelong care. Their impact extends far beyond physical pain, affecting every aspect of the victim's life and their family's future.
Our experienced catastrophic injury attorneys in Houston handle cases resulting from various incidents, including:
Houston's congested 610 Loop and I-45 interchange create perfect conditions for high-impact collisions. If you've suffered catastrophic injuries in a Houston car accident, our attorneys understand how these crashes transform active lives into daily struggles with paralysis, cognitive impairment, and chronic pain.
Motorcycle riders in Houston face catastrophic injuries when inattentive drivers violate their right of way, leaving riders vulnerable to severe road rash, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord damage. Without the protection of a vehicle frame, your life can change in seconds, as even a minor collision can result in significant injuries.
When an 80,000-pound commercial truck collides with your vehicle on Houston's busy I-10 freight corridor, catastrophic injuries can permanently alter your life. Our Houston truck accident attorneys have witnessed firsthand how these devastating crashes cause spinal cord injuries, traumatic amputations, and severe internal trauma that requires lifelong medical care.
Houston's Energy Corridor and petrochemical complexes expose workers to chemical burns, toxic exposure, and crushing accidents involving heavy equipment. If you've been catastrophically injured at work, we understand how these devastating injuries not only end careers but result in permanent disability.
When Houston healthcare professionals fail to meet the standard of care, patients can suffer catastrophic injuries like permanent brain damage, unnecessary amputations, and irreversible organ failure. If you entered Houston's medical facilities seeking care but became a victim of medical negligence, that was a devastating betrayal of trust for which you should be compensated.
The Houston Ship Channel and Port of Houston create hazardous conditions where offshore workers suffer catastrophic burn injuries, drowning incidents, and traumatic crush injuries far from immediate medical help.
If a maritime accident caused your catastrophic injuries, our attorneys understand the challenges you face, potentially including months of treatment in burn units or rehabilitation facilities.
Houston families face catastrophic injuries from trusted products like exploding e-cigarettes, defective airbags, and faulty medical implants that cause devastating injuries without warning. If a defective product has caused your catastrophic injury, our attorneys will hold manufacturers accountable while you focus on recovering.
In Texas, the primary right to file a catastrophic injury claim belongs to the injured person. However, in cases where the victim is unable to file their claim due to their injuries, legal representatives may file on their behalf, including:
A catastrophic injury changes your life and can alter its financial trajectory. Our Houston attorneys will help secure the compensation you need to adapt, overcome, and thrive. Call for your free case evaluation.
The Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code gives catastrophic injury victims two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. However, several factors can affect this timeline:
In certain cases, the two-year period might begin when the injury is discovered rather than when it occurred. The discovery rule often applies in medical malpractice or toxic exposure cases where the connection between an action and the resulting injury isn't immediately apparent.
Special notice requirements apply if a government entity is implicated in causing the injury. In such cases, the deadline to file a claim may be as short as six months from the date of injury.
If the injured party is under 18, the statute of limitations typically doesn't begin until they reach legal adulthood, giving them until their 20th birthday to file a claim.
If the injury leaves the victim mentally incapacitated, the court may pause the statute of limitations until the person regains capacity or a legal representative is appointed.
Evidence in personal injury cases can disappear quickly, and witnesses' memories fade over time. Don't wait to seek legal help — our Houston attorneys can help you preserve critical evidence and meet all key deadlines.
Texas law recognizes the devastating impact of catastrophic injuries and provides various avenues for compensation. Here's what you should know about your rights:
These damages compensate for the financial impact of your injury and have no statutory cap in most cases. They typically include:
Economic damages are calculated based on actual expenses and projected future costs, often requiring testimony from medical professionals, economists, and life-care planners.
These damages address the personal impact of your catastrophic injury on your quality of life:
While no amount of money can truly compensate for these losses, Texas law allows victims to recover damages for these profound impacts. Determining fair compensation requires skilled legal representation, as the value of these losses is more subjective than economic ones.
Under § 41.003 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code, courts may award punitive damages in cases involving:
These damages serve to punish particularly egregious conduct and deter similar behavior in the future. Texas caps punitive damages at the greater of:
Our dedicated Houston attorneys are here to help you understand your rights and pursue the maximum compensation available.
Texas follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault in causing the injury. If you were more than 51% responsible, you cannot recover damages at all.
Our Houston catastrophic injury attorneys can help calculate and prove your losses while minimizing any allegations of comparative fault, helping you pursue fair and adequate compensation for your injuries.
When a catastrophic injury has shattered your world, you need a team that sees you as a person, not just a case number. Here's how we'll stand with you:
We don't just collect facts — we piece together what happened to you, bringing in Houston's top accident specialists to reconstruct your trauma and identify who failed you. Your medical records, witness accounts, and crucial evidence won't slip away on our watch.
Your injuries will affect you for decades — we work with your doctors and life-care planners to understand what you'll need tomorrow and 20 years from now, fighting for every dollar required for your ongoing care and lost opportunities.
While you focus on healing, we become your voice and shield against insurance companies trying to minimize your suffering. We've seen every tactic they use against Houston families and know exactly how to counter their pressure to settle for less than you deserve.
Court filings, medical authorizations, and legal deadlines become our responsibility, not yours. Your only job is recovery while we manage the complex documentation that builds your case.
Our network includes the finest medical specialists in Houston who understand catastrophic injuries. When you're struggling to find the right care, we'll help connect you with doctors who can both treat your injuries and support your case.
If opposing counsel does not offer fair compensation, we're ready to tell your story in the courtroom. We translate complex medical evidence into powerful testimony that helps jurors understand how profoundly your life has changed.
Your questions never go unanswered, your calls are always returned, and your concerns become ours. When the journey feels overwhelming, we're available day or night to reassure you that you're not facing this alone.
Our commitment goes beyond your case — we stand by your side as you rebuild your life, one day at a time.
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Your catastrophic injury has already cost you enough. Our Houston attorneys cover all expenses up front, and you pay nothing unless we win your case. Learn your legal options at zero risk.
When you work with Omar Ochoa Law Firm, you're not just getting attorneys; you're gaining advocates who understand the unique challenges your specific injuries present. We've guided Houston families through the struggles you're experiencing now, and we're ready to do the same for you.
Our practice handles severe, life-changing injuries like yours, giving you the advantage of attorneys with knowledge about your specific condition and established relationships with Houston's leading specialists.
Before discussing legal strategies, we take time to understand who you were before your injury, what you've lost, and what justice means specifically to you and your family.
When we accept your case, we cover all expenses, from medical record fees to expert witnesses to court costs, removing all financial risk during an already difficult time.
Our team is accessible 24/7 because we understand that questions, concerns, and crucial developments in your catastrophic injury case don't just happen during business hours.
We explain complex legal and medical terms in plain language you understand, whether communicating in English or Spanish, ensuring you're never left wondering what's happening with your case.
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Right now, you're likely sitting in a hospital room, adjusting to life back home with new limitations, or helping a loved one navigate their reality after a catastrophic injury. You don't have to face this alone.
Pick up the phone and call 956-253-3121 today. In one free, confidential conversation, you'll feel the difference that comes from working with compassionate catastrophic injury attorneys. Let this be the day you take back control of your future.
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Most Houston catastrophic injury cases resolve within months or years. Factors specific to your case that affect timing include the complexity of your medical condition, whether the defense disputes liability, and whether the insurance company is willing to offer fair compensation without a trial.
We'll give you a realistic timeline during your first consultation based on your unique situation and keep you updated as your case progresses.
Houston catastrophic injury settlements typically range from high six figures to multi-million dollars, depending on your specific circumstances. Your case value depends on measurable factors like your lifetime medical needs (which we document through comprehensive life care plans), your pre-injury income, and available insurance coverage.
We calculate your exact damages by working with medical specialists who understand your specific injury type and can testify about your long-term prognosis and needs.
Very few catastrophic injury cases go to trial, with most resolving through settlement negotiations. Your case is more likely to require a trial if liability is disputed, if multiple parties share responsibility, or if the insurance company significantly undervalues your claim.
We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which often motivates insurance companies to offer fair settlements rather than face a Houston jury.
Your catastrophic injury case differs from standard personal injury claims in several critical ways:
These differences make catastrophic injury representation essential for your case.
We help establish interim payment solutions while your Houston catastrophic injury case progresses by:
You shouldn’t have to choose between necessary treatment and basic living expenses while we fight for your full compensation.
