If you were involved in a traumatic accident due to another person’s negligence and ended up with permanent scars or a disfiguring injury, call Mann Law immediately to discuss your case with us and find out if we can represent you.
Injuries resulting in physical disfigurement and scars can have lasting consequences. If reconstructive surgery isn’t an option, you may have to spend the rest of your life with a visible reminder of what happened to you. Permanent injuries can cause psychological problems such as depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. They can also lead to chronic pain, mobility issues, and other challenges.
A Maine scarring and disfigurement lawyer at Mann Law understands the devastation of a harmful accident and the ramifications you face. Expensive medical bills are common and can cause financial strain. If you can’t afford your expenses, you could face massive debt. You should not be forced to pay out of pocket for the costs you incur if someone else was entirely at fault for the accident.
For a free consultation, call our catastrophic injury attorneys and let us help you hold the negligent party liable and pursue the maximum compensation possible.
A scar forms while the body heals from an injury. The process of repairing damage to the skin and tissues requires the formation of new collagen fibers. Once the healing process ends, there’s often a scar left behind. Different degrees of scarring can occur depending on the severity of the injury and the location of the wound. Some are flat and unnoticeable, while others are raised due to the overproduction of collagen. Damage to muscle or fat underneath the skin can lead to scars that look sunken. Scarring can also result from incisions made during surgery.
Disfigurement results from a burn, scar, loss of limb, or another injury that alters someone’s physical appearance. Disfiguring injuries can cause severe emotional and psychological issues for the victim. Facial disfigurement, for example, often leads to depression and other mental illnesses. Losing a limb is traumatic and can create various challenges trying to cope with what happened, such as relearning how to perform routine tasks.
No matter the cause of scarring or disfigurement, the effects can be devastating. Many people have trouble with how much their injury has changed the way they look. It can take a long time to accept and begin living a fulfilled life again. Most accidents are preventable, and the negligent party should compensate you for the harm you suffered.
Injuries that often result in scarring and disfigurement include:
The most common causes of disfiguring injuries and permanent scars are:
Whether the scarring or disfigurement you suffered is minor or severe, you have a right to initiate legal action against the at-fault party.
The available insurance coverage will depend on the type of incident that caused your disfiguring injury or permanent scarring. For example, if you were in a car crash, you could file a claim with the other driver’s liability insurance company.
When you file an insurance claim, you can seek compensation for the past and future losses resulting from your injury. The most common losses include:
Disfiguring injuries require extensive medical treatment. You might need skin grafts, rehabilitation, or assistive medical devices. These expenses can reach thousands of dollars and cause significant economic burdens.
A Maine attorney can develop an effective strategy to secure the settlement you need to cover the costs associated with your permanent scarring or disfigurement. You shouldn’t be left with any bills to pay for yourself if your actions didn’t contribute to the accident.
State law requires injured victims to file a lawsuit within the statute of limitations. Maine enforces a six-year statute of limitations for scarring and disfigurement cases in Maine. That means you have six years from the date of the incident to sue the at-fault party for the losses you suffered. You could lose your right to compensation if you don’t file by the deadline.
If a jury determines your actions partially contributed to your injury, they could reduce your monetary award under the modified comparative negligence statute. For example, if you have $100,000 in losses but share 20% fault for the accident, you can only receive a maximum of $80,000 in compensation. If the jury finds you were at least 50% responsible, you would be prohibited from any financial recovery.
At Mann Law, our dedicated and compassionate Maine scarring and disfigurement lawyers will be your advocate and fight by your side until the end. Catastrophic accidents often lead to permanent injuries and can alter the direction of a person’s life.
When you face a painful recovery and expensive medical treatments, it can become an overwhelming and stressful situation. Our team will put in the necessary time and effort to protect your rights and help you hold the negligent person liable for what they have done.
You can depend on us to be there for you in your time of need and do our best to reach a favorable outcome in your case. We will treat you as a priority and remain in your corner from start to finish.
Call us today for your free consultation if you suffered scarring or disfigurement from an injury someone else caused.
