Catastrophic Injury Lawyer Chicago
Severe injuries change the course of your life in an instant. When that injury is caused by someone else’s negligence, the physical, emotional, and financial consequences can feel overwhelming — and permanent.
Mulholland Injury Law fights for Chicago victims facing catastrophic injuries, helping them secure the long-term compensation they need to rebuild their lives.
Life-Altering Injuries Require Experienced Legal Representation
Catastrophic injuries demand extensive medical care, lifelong support, and strong legal advocacy.
Catastrophic injuries go far beyond typical personal injury claims. They involve permanent or long-term impairments that impact mobility, brain function, independence, earning capacity, and overall quality of life.
These cases require attorneys who understand the medical complexities, long-term care planning, and aggressive tactics used by insurance companies to limit payouts.
What Is Considered a Catastrophic Injury?
These are injuries so severe they permanently affect daily living or bodily function.
Examples include:
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
Long-term cognitive, emotional, and physical impairments
Spinal Cord Injuries & Paralysis
Partial or complete loss of movement or sensation
Severe Burns or Disfigurement
Permanent scarring, nerve damage, and functional loss
Amputation / Loss of Limbs
Loss of mobility, independence, and long-term earning capacity
Internal Organ Damage
Life-threatening complications requiring major medical intervention
Multiple Complex Fractures
Injuries requiring surgeries and extended rehabilitation
Severe Neurological Impairment
Impacts speech, coordination, memory, and motor function
Permanent Loss of Mobility or Cognitive Function
Irreversible disability affecting all aspects of life
If your injury is expected to impact your life permanently, it likely qualifies as catastrophic.
Common Causes of Catastrophic Injuries in Chicago
Major accidents, unsafe conditions, and acts of negligence often lead to life-changing harm.
Some of the most frequent causes include:
- Motor vehicle collisions
- Motorcycle and pedestrian accidents
- Commercial truck crashes
- Workplace accidents
- Construction site injuries
- Medical malpractice
- Falls from heights
- Violent incidents or assaults
- Defective products
- Fires and explosions
Our team investigates thoroughly to determine how the injury happened and who is responsible.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Catastrophic Injury?
Liability may involve individuals, companies, or multiple parties acting negligently.
Depending on the accident, responsible parties may include:
- Drivers or commercial trucking companies
- Employers or subcontractors
- Property owners
- Product manufacturers
- Hospitals or medical providers
- Government entities responsible for public property
- Maintenance or security companies
We identify every liable party and pursue compensation from all available insurance sources.
The Severe Impact of Catastrophic Injuries
These injuries affect every aspect of your life — physically, emotionally, and financially.
Victims often experience:
- Permanent disability
- Inability to return to work
- Chronic pain
- Loss of independence
- Need for lifelong treatment or assistive devices
- Emotional trauma or PTSD
- Extensive home modifications or nursing care
- Financial strain on the entire family
Because the consequences are lifelong, compensation must reflect future needs — not just immediate costs.
Compensation Available for Catastrophic Injury Claims
Serious injuries deserve serious compensation that covers present and future needs.
You may be entitled to recover damages for:
- Emergency medical treatment
- Hospital stays and surgeries
- Rehabilitation and therapy
- Skilled nursing or long-term care
- Loss of income and future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Assistive equipment (wheelchairs, prosthetics, etc.)
- Home and vehicle modifications
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Disfigurement or permanent disability
Our attorneys work with medical experts, life-care planners, and financial analysts to calculate full lifetime damages.
Challenges Victims Often Face
Insurance companies fight hard to avoid large payouts — we fight harder.
Victims of catastrophic injuries often encounter:
- Denial of responsibility
- Claims that injuries were pre-existing
- Pressure to settle quickly for far less than the case is worth
- Delays in treatment approvals
- Disputes over long-term care costs
- Attempts to minimize permanent disability
Mulholland Injury Law stands between you and the insurance companies to ensure you aren’t taken advantage of.
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How Our Chicago Catastrophic Injury Lawyers Help?
We handle every part of your case so you can focus on your health and future.
Our team will:
- Conduct a detailed investigation
- Gather medical records, expert reports, and evidence
- Work with specialists to assess long-term needs
- Handle all communication with insurers
- Negotiate aggressively for full compensation
- Take your case to trial if necessary
You deserve a law firm that treats your case with the seriousness it deserves.
What to Do After a Catastrophic Injury?
Protect your health, your future, and your legal rights.
- Get immediate medical care
- Document the accident and injuries
- Avoid speaking with insurers
- Follow medical treatment plans carefully
- Contact a catastrophic injury lawyer as soon as possible
Early legal representation can make a substantial difference in the strength of your claim.
Free Consultation for Catastrophic Injury Victims in Chicago
No fees unless we win — and your consultation is always free.
We understand how overwhelming catastrophic injuries can be. Our legal team is here to help guide you through the process, protect your rights, and fight for the compensation you need to move forward.
Call us now at (312) 386-6706 for a free, no-obligation consultation. Or Fill out our online contact form
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How is a catastrophic injury different from a regular injury case?
These cases involve permanent or long-term disabilities and require higher compensation due to future care needs.
How long do I have to file a claim in Illinois?
Illinois typically allows two years from the date of injury, though exceptions exist.
Do catastrophic injury cases go to trial?
Many settle, but because damages are high, insurers often push cases to litigation. We are fully prepared for trial if needed.
What if multiple parties caused the injury?
We pursue claims against all responsible parties to maximize your compensation.
Expert Legal Representation by
Toby P. Mulholland,
Your Trusted Injury Lawyer
Since launching his law practice in 2000, Toby P. Mulholland has been a dedicated advocate for clients suffering serious injuries. He has extensive experience handling a wide range of personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death claims, construction accidents, premises liability, dog bite cases, and catastrophic injury litigation.
Toby’s distinguished career is marked by his skill in litigation, participating in numerous trials, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions. His innovative approaches to depositions have consistently resulted in successful outcomes for even the most complex cases. Clients appreciate his ability to navigate high-stakes situations with a creative, results-oriented approach.
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Let me just say, Toby was my advocate every step of the way - in the midst of such a traumatic accident, I had comfort knowing my Lawyer was doing everything in his power to right the wrongs of the person who nearly took my life.
Everything about that experience was new to me - I had never been in an accident, dealt with insurance, filed a suit, given a deposition, etc. Toby was informative regarding all the legal processes which were taking place, and answered all questions I had - in essence: he was my biggest advocate other than myself.
He is extremely organized, well spoken, and knows exactly what he is talking about. Without his help, I don't know how I would have gotten through such a turbulent time.
If you find yourself in a similar position to me, where it feels like your world is collapsing, medical facilities trying to push you around, insurance companies calling you... Toby Mulholland is the person you need to shield you from the noise, the advocate you deserve, and the best Lawyer around.
Thank you for everything you have done to help me in my most dire of times, Toby!