Temple Catastrophic Injury Attorney
Legal Help After Life-Changing Injuries
Catastrophic injuries change everything in an instant. A spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, amputation, or severe burn can take away independence, income, and the life your family expected to have. If you need a catastrophic injury attorney Temple residents can turn to for serious help, you are in the right place.
At Briggle & Polan, PLLC, we represent people across Central Texas who are facing the long-term consequences of devastating injuries. We understand that you may be reading this while in a hospital room, at a rehabilitation center, or trying to hold your family together at home. Our role is to take on the legal burden so you can focus on medical care and daily life.
We offer free consultations, work on a contingency fee, and are prepared to go to trial when needed. You can reach us at (512) 400-3278 to talk through what happened and what options you may have.
millions recovered for our clients
Landmark verdicts and settlements that speak for themselves
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Our client was hit head-on by a drunk teenager in front of an elementary school, flipping their vehicles.
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Our client was t-boned by a large package delivery truck that was traveling in excess of 70 mph. He sustained a severe neck injury that required spinal surgery. Our firm recovered $1,800,000 on behalf of our client.
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Our client was thrown off the back of a work truck, which fractured his skull and caused him to suffer a traumatic brain injury. *Net proceeds to the client were $900,052.11.
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$1,530,000 18-Wheeler Crashes Into Multiple Vehicles, Pinning Our Client Against a Guardrail
An 18-wheeler failed to see the traffic piling up in front of him and drove full speed into a line of stopped cars on the highway. Our client was pinned up against the guardrail until the jaws of life could remove her.
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$1,500,000 Driver T-Boned by Work Truck in Catastrophic Crash
Our client was driving his work truck when a concrete-supply truck ran a stop sign and crashed into the front of our client’s vehicle, crushing both trucks.
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Our client was run over by a drunk driver operating a company truck late at night which required multiple surgeries and months of rehabilitation. *Net proceeds to our client were $571,000.00.
What Makes Catastrophic Injuries Different
Not every serious injury is considered catastrophic. In practical terms, a catastrophic injury is one that permanently changes how you live and function. It can limit your ability to walk, think clearly, use your hands, care for yourself, or continue in your chosen line of work. These are the types of injuries that require careful legal handling.
We frequently see catastrophic harm from car and truck crashes, falls, work incidents, and unsafe products. These include traumatic brain injuries that affect memory or personality, spinal cord injuries that cause paralysis, severe burns that require multiple surgeries, amputations, and complex fractures that never fully heal. Each type of injury brings its own medical challenges and costs.
What sets catastrophic cases apart is the long-term impact. Families often face a lifetime of treatment, such as surgeries, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and psychological support. Many clients need assistive devices, accessible vehicles, or home modifications like ramps and bathroom changes. Others require in-home attendants for daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and transfers.
Lost income is another major concern. A person with a catastrophic injury may not return to their prior job or may need to stop working completely. That can mean relocating for specialized care, changing careers, or relying on a single household income. A fair legal recovery should account for lost wages, reduced earning capacity, and future opportunities that have been taken away.
Insurance companies often try to resolve these cases quickly. Initial offers rarely consider lifetime care, inflation, or the emotional toll that permanent injuries cause. As a catastrophic injury lawyer, we work to understand the full cost of your injury over time. We consider future medical needs, home care, and financial impact, then present that picture clearly in your claim.
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“If you are looking for excellent and honest attorneys, call them. You will not be disappointed.”- Paige
personal injury FAQs
Temple, TX
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First things first, make sure your first priority is to seek medical attention and follow your medical professional's suggestions. Document the incident and preserve any evidence, including photos, medical records, and witness information. Reporting the injury to relevant parties or authorities is also important.
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Evidence could include medical records, pictures of the injury or accident scene, witness statements, police reports, and any correspondence related to the incident. Accurate documentation strengthens your case.
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To prove negligence, it must be shown that the responsible party owed a duty of care, that was breached,and caused your injuries or damages as a direct result. Evidence demonstrating these elements is crucial for a successful claim.
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Compensation could include medical costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, emotional distress, rehabilitation costs, and, in some instances, punitive damages intended to punish egregious conduct.
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