You never expect to lose a limb in an instant, whether from a devastating car crash, a violent motorcycle accident, or a tragic construction site injury. Suddenly, your life changes forever. At Souder Law, we understand the pain, fear, and uncertainty you’re facing. With over $35 million recovered for clients, we fight aggressively to hold negligent parties accountable and ensure you get the full justice and compensation you deserve and need to move forward.
What Are Catastrophic Injury Amputations?
Every year in the U.S., more than 185,000 amputations occur, with Florida seeing a significant share due to its high rates of motor vehicle crashes and workplace accidents. Amputations are among the most devastating catastrophic injuries because they permanently alter your mobility, independence, and livelihood. In Florida, victims often face long-term medical treatment, prosthetics, and rehabilitation costs that can reach hundreds of thousands of dollars. A catastrophic injury amputation occurs when a limb is lost because the damage is so severe it cannot be saved. This may happen immediately at the accident scene or later in surgery when doctors determine that tissue and bone are beyond repair. In Florida, pursuing a claim for such life-altering injuries requires showing clear fault and negligence. To succeed, your catastrophic injury amputation case typically must prove:
- That another party owed you a duty of care (e.g., a driver, employer, or property owner)
- That this duty was breached through negligence or wrongful conduct
- That the breach directly caused the accident leading to your amputation
- That you suffered damages, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering
Common Causes of Amputations:
- Severe car accidents that crush or trap limbs
- Motorcycle crashes that leave riders unprotected
- Construction site incidents involving heavy machinery
- Workplace accidents caused by unsafe equipment
- Medical malpractice or surgical errors leading to limb loss
- Serious infections or untreated complications after injury
- Crush injuries from falling objects or industrial hazards
How We Handle Your Amputation Claim
At Souder Law, we take immediate action to investigate the cause of your amputation. We gather police reports, medical records, workplace safety logs, and eyewitness testimony to build a clear picture of how the accident occurred. Our team works closely with experts, accident reconstruction specialists, and financial professionals to calculate the true cost of your injury, including prosthetics, rehabilitation, long-term care, and loss of future income.
We also handle every step of the legal process so you can focus on recovery. This includes negotiating with insurance companies that often try to minimize payouts, filing all required legal documents within Florida’s strict deadlines, and preparing your case for trial if a fair settlement cannot be reached. From proving negligence to presenting the full impact of your amputation, we fight strategically to secure the compensation you deserve.
Damages Available in Amputations
When you suffer an amputation, the financial and emotional toll is enormous. In Florida, one of the most critical parts of your claim is identifying every liable party, from negligent drivers and careless employers to manufacturers of defective equipment, so that no avenue of recovery is overlooked. Holding all responsible parties accountable ensures you can pursue the full compensation needed to rebuild your life after such a catastrophic loss.
Once liability is established, compensation in amputation cases may include:
- Medical expenses for emergency care, surgery, and rehabilitation
- Costs of prosthetics and future medical needs
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering damages
- Emotional distress and psychological trauma
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Home modifications and long-term care expenses
Can I Recover Compensation if I Was Partially at Fault?
Yes. Florida follows a modified comparative negligence rule. This means you can still recover if you were less than 50% at fault for the accident. However, your compensation will be reduced in proportion to your percentage of fault. For example, if you were 20% responsible for the accident and your damages totaled $1,000,000, you could still recover $800,000.
Steps to Take Immediately After Amputations:
- Seek emergency medical treatment without delay
- Follow all the doctor’s instructions for surgery and recovery
- Document the accident scene and your injuries with photos
- Obtain copies of police reports, incident reports, or medical records
- Notify your employer if the injury occurred at work
- Keep detailed records of medical bills and expenses
- Contact a trusted personal injury attorney as soon as possible
- Avoid signing documents or speaking with insurance adjusters alone
Find Out What Your Case is Worth (At No Cost)
Souder Law is a compassionate yet aggressive personal injury firm serving clients across Jupiter, Palm Beach County, and all of South Florida. We understand the devastating impact an amputation has on your life and future. That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis: it costs you nothing upfront, and we only get paid if we win your case. Justice demands accountability, and we fight relentlessly to secure it. Contact us for a free case review for amputation claims.
