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Eye Injuries
It is estimated that nearly 2.4 million eye injuries
occur in thee United States annuallyand that nearly 1 million Americans have permanent, significant visual
impairment due to eye injuries from medical malpractice to traffic
accidents.
◊ Each day, more than 2,000 workers have job-related eye
injuries that
requires medical
treatment.
◊ More than
42,000 eye injuries are caused every day from sports and
recreational activities.
The toll in terms of suffering, loss of
productivity and economic impact is impossible to estimate.
Eye injuries can occur from a
number of things:
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◊ Cataract,
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◊ Lasik and Eye Surgery
Malpractice;
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◊ Infected saline solutions;
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◊ Traffic accidents/airbags;
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◊ Flying pieces of wood, metal, glass, stone,
etc.;
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◊ Blunt injuries, e.g. being hit in the eye by a fist or a ball, or
other
object;
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◊ Infectious diseases or chemical, thermal or radiation burns often
stemming from the work place.
Eye injuries may result in permanent or
temporary, full or partial vision loss, and/or restrictions to the person’s field of
vision.
If the injury to the eye is
caused by another’s negligent or intentional act, it can become
a personal injury
case.
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◊ Both the medical treatment and
the legal representation regarding eye
injuries require highly specialized care.
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◊ We work closely with very
skilled and experienced eye doctors who
evaluate and treat serious eye injuries.
◊ We have been representing
clients with eye injuries for over a quarter
century.
You need a lawyer who
handles eye injuries to adequately analyze all the intricacies involved and protect your rights
to be fully compensated for your damages.
Do not make any type of statement
or sign any papers without first consulting with us
Anything said or signed can be used against you and may prevent you from
receiving compensation that you may have otherwise been able to
receive.
Contact Us
if you have been injured. It is important that you act promptly as
certain statutes of limitations apply and you can lose your rights to be compensated.
The initial review of your case and the consultation is free. We look forward to working with you
and we know you will be pleased with our services.
See FAQs for more information.
We don’t just provide legal services;
We build relationships.
It gives us a genuine satisfaction to meet and help you
in some meaningful way.
The entire staff of the McDermott and McDermott Law
Firm is knowledgeable and sensitive to your needs. Their focus is on making the process as
comfortable as possible.
◊ They explain everything
to you,
◊ keep you
informed,
◊ include you in the
decision making process,
◊ and always return your
phone calls.
Your matter is handled as expeditiously as possible
without compromising your rights.
Check our Resources area, there you will find links
to many helpful services.
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