The Kahler personal injury lawyers represent individuals who have suffered catastrophic injuries such as spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, loss of limb injuries and vision loss.

With any serious injury there are important questions that need to be answered. Will the catastrophic injury survivor be able to care for themselves? How will they be able to provide and take care of their family? What will the the future hold, how will they manage? What rehabilitative care is required and available? Who will pay for that care?

As a leading Ontario Personal Injury Law firm in the area of complex and catastrophic personal injury claims, The Kahler Law firm has built a reputation on achieving outstanding results in complex personal injury cases, as well as a reputation for knowledge and experience in the field of injury rehabilitation. The definition of a catastrophic injury or “catastrophic impairment” (under the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule -”SABS”) has undergone changes in recent years. Generally speaking, those who have suffered a Catastrophic Injury endure losses that will forever change their lives.

Catastrophic injuries are injuries that have serious, prolonged physical and emotional impact on the lives of the victim. Common catastrophic injuries generally include:

• Serious spine injuries resulting in Paraplegia or Quadriplegia
• Traumatic brain injuries and brain impairment
• Permanent loss of a limb
• Complete loss of sight in both eyes

Quick Facts

• Accident benefits limits are larger for those cases deemed as “Catastrophic Impairment” cases
• A catastrophic injury can be the result of a variety of horrific situations: car accidents, motorcycle accidents, fires, construction site accidents, sporting injuries, faulty products and workplace accidents.
• Catastrophic injury victims often require extensive medical attention and rehabilitation procedures
• Many people with Catastrophic Impairments have substantial care needs over a long period of time
• Ontario Regulation 34/10 to the Insurance Act came into effect on September 1, 2010, as well as other changes affecting Personal Injury Law in Ontario.
• Catastrophically Impaired claimants may still access housekeeping benefits under s.23.
• The definition includes the amputation or other impairment causing the total and permanent loss of use of one or both arms and one or both legs.
• The definition Includes the total loss of vision in both eyes
• A score of 9 or less on the Glasgow Coma Scale; or a score of 2 or 3 on the Glasgow Outcome Scale
• Any impairment or combination of impairments that results in a 55 percent or more impairment of the whole person
• Any impairment that results in a class 4 impairment or class 5 impairment due to mental or behavioral disorder
• The definition of “Catastrophic Impairment” has been amended to include single limb amputees; making $1 million dollar benefits possible to those with a single amputation, but only if the injury occurred after Sept. 1, 2010.
• Ontario law may provide up to $1 million for medical and rehabilitation care, and up to $1 million for attendant care, regardless of who is at fault.

The Kahler personal injury law firm has extensive relationships with top medical and rehabilitation specialists and is committed to obtaining the best rehabilitation possible for those who have been catastrophically injured in Ontario. The Kahler Law Firm is known for their litigation experience and their understanding and compassion for their clients and their families. The Kahler Law Firm’s ultimate goal is to help their clients and their families regain function, restore dignity and live the fullest life possible.

If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, The Kahler Personal Injury Law Firm lawyers are committed to helping you and your family recover damages for your pain, suffering, medical bills, and income loss.

The Kahler Personal Injury Law Firm has offices located in Toronto and Barrie and represents serious injury victims throughout Ontario. The Kahler Personal Injury Law Firm lawyers can meet you at one of their offices, in your home, or hospital room. The Kahler Personal Injury Law Firm provides free consultations, free case assessments and require no up-front retainer. You pay no fees until your case is settled and the firm has recovered your catastrophic injury compensation. Please call 1.866.739.7702 Toll Free.

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