When a car accident or dog bite injury results in lacerations, the immediate concerns of family members and medical personnel are likely to be to stop the bleeding, save the person’s life, repair the wound with stitches, prevent infection, manage pain, and deal with lifestyle inconveniences such as missing school or work.
Beyond the obvious medical and practical consequences of an accident that leave open wounds, there will be bills to pay. A prolonged recovery time may be necessary for physical and psychological healing. At Ted Lyon Law, our Dallas scarring and disfigurement lawyers are committed to helping injured people obtain compensation. For a free consultation, call our catastrophic injury attorneys at 877-Ted-Lyon (833-5966).
Wounds May Leave an Accident Victim With Scars
The recovery may go well except for one huge exception: Scars and disfigurement may leave an accident victim with a life permanently changed for the worse. This is one reason it is important not to settle an injury claim too soon. Proceeds from a lawsuit can provide the injured person an opportunity to recover compensation that takes into account:
- Necessary plastic surgery, perhaps more than once
- Psychological side effects, including possible depression or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Social consequences of scarring and disfigurement, such as loss of personal and professional opportunities
It is important to take the time and effort necessary to understand long-term effects as well as legal options. If someone else’s negligence caused an accident that scarred and disfigured someone else, a personal injury claim or lawsuit may be appropriate, and our Dallas lawyers can assist you.
What Should You Do When Scarring and Disfigurement Seem Likely After a Serious Accident?
You are likely focused on helping your injured family member get emergency medical care after a car crash or other serious accident. This is natural. However, keep in mind that actions you take soon after a dog bite incident or car accident can make a great difference. Gather as much evidence as you can, such as names and contact information of eyewitnesses. Remember that a Dallas lawyer can help you use good evidence to improve your chances of recovering compensation in your disfigurement and scarring claim.
Contact a Scarring Injury Attorney in Dallas for Help Pursuing Justice
Ted Lyon Law welcomes your inquiry after a serious injury that is likely to cause scarring and disfigurement. For scarring and disfigurement cases, our attorneys look at long-term losses as well as short-term medical expenses. Call 877-Ted-Lyon (833-5966) or contact us online to schedule a free consultation. Our Dallas scarring and disfigurement lawyers can represent you on a contingency fee basis. We can visit you in your home or hospital if necessary.
