When a catastrophic injury strikes, your life changes in an instant. A severe accident can leave you facing permanent disability, mounting medical bills, and an uncertain future. If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury in New Brunswick due to someone else’s negligence, Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers is here to help. Our catastrophic injury lawyers have recovered over $700 million for clients across New Jersey. We’re ready to advocate for you.
Why Choose Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers for Your Catastrophic Injury Case
At Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers, we understand the devastating impact a catastrophic injury has on your life and family. We don’t just handle your legal case. We work to support you during this difficult time.
Our trial attorneys have decades of experience with catastrophic injury claims. We’ve built a reputation for securing meaningful results for our clients. We work exclusively on personal injury cases, focusing on helping accident victims.
Our team has the knowledge and resources to take on catastrophic injury claims. We handle cases against large insurance companies and corporations. We’ve recovered millions in settlements and verdicts for clients with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, amputations, and other life-altering injuries.
We also work on a contingency basis. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Call (973) 364-8300 today for your free consultation.
Types of Catastrophic Injuries We Handle
Catastrophic injuries cause permanent or long-term disability, disfigurement, or loss of function. These injuries fundamentally change how a person lives, works, and interacts with the world. Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers handles a wide range of catastrophic injury cases.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
Traumatic brain injuries range from mild concussions to severe brain damage. These injuries can cause cognitive impairment, memory loss, personality changes, and loss of motor function. Many victims require long-term medical care and rehabilitation. Learn more about how traumatic brain injury impacts future employment and five ways to prove your traumatic brain injury.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Damage to the spinal cord can result in partial or complete paralysis. Injuries may cause paraplegia or quadriplegia. Victims often face extensive medical treatment, adaptive equipment, and home modifications. These serious personal injuries require comprehensive legal representation to recover full compensation.
Amputations
Loss of a limb due to an accident creates immediate and long-term challenges. Victims may need prosthetics, physical therapy, and ongoing medical care. Many experience reduced earning capacity, which our attorneys factor into settlement negotiations.
Severe Burns
Burn injuries can cause scarring, disfigurement, infection, and organ damage. Recovery is often lengthy and may involve multiple surgeries and skin grafts. Burn injury victims deserve compensation for both visible and invisible damages.
Crush Injuries
When a body part is crushed under heavy weight, significant tissue damage can occur. This may lead to infection, compartment syndrome, or amputation. These workplace accidents and construction accidents often involve multiple liable parties.
Loss of Vision or Hearing
Accidents that cause blindness or deafness can create substantial challenges in daily life and employment. These catastrophic injuries fundamentally alter a person’s ability to work and enjoy life.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
This chronic pain condition can develop after an injury and may result in severe, ongoing pain and reduced function. CRPS requires specialized medical documentation and expert testimony to prove in personal injury litigation.
How Catastrophic Injuries Impact Your Life
A catastrophic injury can affect nearly every aspect of your life. The financial burden alone can be overwhelming. Beyond immediate medical expenses, you may face ongoing treatment and rehabilitation, adaptive equipment, and home modifications. Some individuals require long-term care.
Many catastrophic injury victims cannot return to work, resulting in lost income. The emotional and psychological toll can also be significant, including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. Relationships may change, and daily independence can be affected.
This is why compensation matters. A settlement or verdict may account for these losses, including past and future medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, and the cost of adapting to life after the injury. Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers works to pursue compensation that reflects the full impact of your injury.
The Legal Process for Catastrophic Injury Claims
Understanding the legal process helps you know what to expect. Here’s how we handle catastrophic injury cases:
We begin by investigating your accident. This may include collecting police reports, medical records, witness statements, and accident scene photos. In catastrophic injury cases, we may work with medical professionals, engineers, or accident reconstructionists to help establish how the injury occurred and support liability claims.
We identify all potentially responsible parties. In many catastrophic cases, more than one party may share liability. This could include motor vehicle accident defendants, truck accident companies, or premises liability property owners.
Catastrophic injuries require a detailed evaluation of damages. We work with medical and financial professionals to estimate future medical needs and costs, along with lost wages, reduced earning capacity, and necessary accommodations.
We handle communication with insurance companies on your behalf. Insurance adjusters may attempt to limit payouts, and we advocate for a fair resolution. Learn more about what insurance companies don’t tell you after an accident and what not to say to an insurance adjuster.
If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we may file a lawsuit. We are prepared to present your case in court if needed.
We manage paperwork, deadlines, and case strategy while keeping you informed. If your injuries limit travel, we can meet you at your home or hospital.
Compensation Available in New Brunswick Catastrophic Injury Cases
New Jersey law allows catastrophic injury victims to pursue both economic and non-economic damages.
Economic Damages
Economic damages cover financial losses:
- Current and future medical bills
- Surgical procedures and rehabilitation
- Prescription medications and medical equipment
- Home modifications and adaptive devices
- Lost wages during recovery
- Reduced earning capacity
- Cost of in-home care or nursing services
- Transportation and accessibility modifications
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages relate to personal and emotional harm:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Disfigurement and scarring
- Loss of consortium
Punitive Damages
In cases involving especially reckless or intentional conduct, punitive damages may be available to penalize wrongdoing and discourage similar behavior.
New Jersey Laws That Protect Catastrophic Injury Victims
New Jersey has laws that affect your right to recover compensation.
The Two-Year Statute of Limitations
You generally have two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline may prevent you from pursuing a claim. We work to file claims within the required timeframe.
Comparative Negligence
New Jersey follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You may recover compensation if you are partially at fault, as long as your fault does not exceed 50%. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. Learn more about how to measure shared fault in a car accident.
For example: If you’re 20% at fault and your damages are $1 million, you may recover $800,000.
No-Fault Insurance for Car Accidents
If your injury resulted from a car accident, New Jersey’s no-fault insurance system may require your own insurance to cover certain medical expenses and lost wages up to your policy limits. In some cases, you may pursue a claim against the at-fault driver for additional damages. See also PIP vs health insurance in New Jersey.
Wrongful Death Claims
If a loved one dies from a catastrophic injury, eligible family members may file a wrongful death claim to recover funeral expenses, medical bills, lost income, and the value of lost support and services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Catastrophic Injuries
How much is my catastrophic injury case worth?
The value of your case depends on factors such as the severity of your injury, your age, earning capacity, and the strength of liability evidence. Some catastrophic injury cases result in substantial settlements and verdicts, but outcomes vary. We can evaluate your case and provide an estimate based on the available information.
How long does a catastrophic injury case take?
Many cases resolve within 1–2 years, though more complex cases may take longer, especially if litigation is required. Learn more about how long a personal injury lawsuit takes.
Will my case go to trial?
Many cases settle before trial. However, some proceed to court if a fair agreement cannot be reached.
What if I was partially at fault for the accident?
Under New Jersey law, you may still recover compensation if you were partially responsible, subject to the state’s comparative negligence rules.
How much does it cost to hire Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers?
You pay nothing up front. We work on a contingency basis, meaning fees are only collected if compensation is recovered.
Can I still file a claim if the accident happened a long time ago?
In most cases, you have two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit, although there may be exceptions in limited circumstances. It’s important to seek legal guidance as soon as possible.
What should I do immediately after a catastrophic injury?
Seek medical attention first. Then preserve evidence if possible, including photos, witness information, and medical records. Avoid discussing the incident with insurance companies before speaking with an attorney.
Contact Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers for Your Free Consultation
A catastrophic injury can change your life in significant ways. You don’t have to face the aftermath alone. Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers has the experience and resources to pursue compensation on your behalf. We’ve recovered over $700 million for clients across New Jersey.
Call (973) 364-8300 today for your free consultation. We are available 24 hours a day and offer Spanish-language assistance. If you cannot travel, we can meet you at your home or hospital.
Written by: Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers Last Updated : May 25, 2026We are the trial attorneys with the experience and knowledge to get you the results you deserve. At Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers, we take time to get to know you, as well as your case. We are committed to excellence. It is important for our team to understand your fears, concerns and expectations. We are always available to answer any questions, and are willing to come to you if you are unable to come to us.
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