Loss of Limb

Loss of limb is a devastating injury that can produce profound feelings of depression in sufferers. A person who loses an arm will have to relearn every aspect of day-to-day functioning, from putting on clothes in the morning to driving to work. A person who loses both legs in a car accident must cope with life from a wheelchair or, if possible, relearn to walk using prosthetic devices.

Causes of Loss Limbs

Some common causes for loss of limbs include:

• Personal injury
• Car and truck accident
• Motorcycle accident
• Train accident
• Industrial accidents
• Falls
• Severe infection
• Disease
• Misdiagnosis
• Wrongful amputation
• Medical malpractice

Loss Limb Lawsuits

Loss of limb is costly not only in terms of initial medical expenses, but also in terms of follow-up care for physical rehabilitation, prosthetic devices, and household renovations to make the home fully accessible. If this loss of limb is the result of another person’s negligence or wrongdoing, the injured person is entitled to financial compensation to help mitigate these expenses. Contact an experienced personal injury lawyer to learn more about your legal rights.