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Montana Catastrophic Injury Attorneys
When Injury Changes Life For Good
Catastrophic injuries are the kind of harm that reshapes daily life, work, and family routines for years to come. If you or someone you love suffered a severe injury in Missoula or anywhere in Montana, the catastrophic injury attorneys at Bulman, Jones & Cook can help you plan for long term care and financial stability. We focus on serious cases where the stakes are high and the goal is to protect your future quality of life.
Types Of Catastrophic Injuries We See
Catastrophic injury cases often involve traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, amputations, severe burns, and permanent loss of vision or mobility. These injuries can come from
car and truck crashes, motorcycle or ATV wrecks, falls, dangerous products, or medical errors across Western Montana. Our firm understands how each type of injury affects your body, work, and independence, and we tailor claims to reflect those specific realities.
Unique Challenges In Serious Injury Claims
Serious injury cases require careful planning for decades of medical treatment, rehabilitation, home modifications, and supportive care. We work with
life care planners, medical experts, and economists to project what you will need over time, from wheelchairs and in home aides to future surgeries. Bulman, Jones & Cook builds evidence that shows why a quick, low offer is not enough for a catastrophic injury in Montana.
Brain, Spine, And Burn Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries can affect memory, mood, speech, and the ability to focus, even after the initial hospital stay ends. Spinal cord injuries may lead to partial or complete paralysis that requires mobility devices, home changes, and long term attendant care. Severe
burn injuries bring pain, risk of infection, repeated procedures, and visible scarring, and we pursue damages for both physical and emotional harm.
How We Build High Value Catastrophic Claims
We gather full medical records, speak with your treating providers, and often obtain independent expert opinions to explain the scope of your injury. Our team documents wage loss, loss of earning capacity, and the value of household tasks you can no longer perform. With this foundation, we negotiate firmly with insurers and are ready to present your story to a Missoula or Montana jury if needed.
Catastrophic Injury FAQs
What counts as a catastrophic injury in Montana?
A catastrophic injury is one that causes long term or permanent limits on your ability to work or care for yourself. Examples include paralysis, brain injury, major amputations, or severe burns. The key factor is the lasting impact on your daily life and earning ability.
Do I need a special lawyer for a severe injury case?
Serious injury cases demand experience with large damage claims and long term planning. A lawyer who regularly handles catastrophic injuries will know how to work with medical and financial experts. At Bulman, Jones & Cook, we focus on building complete, evidence based claims for high stakes injuries.
How are future medical costs calculated?
Future care is estimated with the help of doctors and life care planning professionals who map out likely treatments, equipment needs, and support services. An economist then converts those projected costs into present value. This combination helps show insurers or juries why a substantial recovery is necessary.
Can my family be compensated for caregiving?
Family members who take on caregiving duties often lose income and time, which can be recognized in a damages claim. We document the hours and tasks they perform and any pay they give up. Montana law may also allow a spouse to seek compensation for loss of companionship and support.
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
Under Montana's comparative negligence rules, you may still recover damages if you were less at fault than the other party. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault rather than completely denied. We work to show how the other side's choices played the largest role in causing your catastrophic injury.
Take The Next Step After A Life Changing Injury
If a catastrophic injury in Missoula, Hamilton, Polson, Plains, or any Western Montana community has changed your life, you do not have to figure out the next steps alone. Bulman, Jones & Cook brings local trial experience and a practical plan for long term needs to every serious injury case. Call 406 721 7744 or send a message to schedule a free consultation with a Montana catastrophic injury lawyer.