Short Answer:
A catastrophic injury in Colorado is a severe, life-altering injury that causes permanent disability, significant impairment, or long-term loss of function. These injuries often affect a person’s ability to work or live independently and may qualify for higher damages. Learn more here.
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Example:
If a crash causes a spinal cord injury leading to paralysis or a traumatic brain injury with permanent cognitive impairment, it may be considered catastrophic because it results in long-term disability and major life changes.