Severe Permanent Injuries

A Lifetime of Pain Deserves a Lifetime of Support

When the injury never fully heals, you need legal help that goes the distance. Not all injuries go away with rest and rehab. Some change your life forever—paralysis, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, chronic nerve damage, and other devastating conditions. These aren’t just injuries; they’re life-altering events that impact your body, your livelihood, your independence, and your future.

At Corrao & Robles Law, we represent clients across Rhode Island and Massachusetts who are living with permanent injuries caused by someone else’s negligence. We help them recover not just money—but dignity, long-term care, and security.

What Qualifies as a “Severe” or “Permanent” Injury?

Severe injuries aren’t just painful—they impact every part of your life, often for decades. These cases typically involve:

Spinal cord injuries (paraplegia or quadriplegia)
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) with long-term cognitive issues
Amputations or loss of limb function
Severe orthopedic injuries requiring hardware or multiple surgeries
Loss of vision or hearing
Chronic nerve pain or complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
Permanent disfigurement or severe burns
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or severe psychological trauma

These injuries are often the result of motor vehicle accidents, falls from heights, construction accidents, motorcycle crashes, and the like. If your life has been permanently impacted, we’ll help you prove it—and get compensated for it.

Experts Back Your Case—Because Your Future Depends on It

Permanent injuries require permanent solutions—and that includes how we build your legal case.

At Corrao & Robles Law, we bring in:

Medical specialists who can testify to your diagnosis and prognosis
Life care planners who calculate the cost of ongoing treatment, home modifications, and personal care
Vocational experts who assess how your injuries affect your ability to work
Economists who project your future lost income and inflation-adjusted care costs
Mental health experts to support claims of emotional suffering, PTSD, or loss of quality of life

We don’t just throw numbers at the insurance company—we deliver a fully developed damages package supported by evidence, documentation, and expert testimony.

What Are Your Legal Rights After a Devastating Injury? Here’s What Rhode Island and Massachusetts La

In cases involving permanent injuries, it’s not just about proving who was at fault—it’s about securing compensation for decades to come.

In Rhode Island:

You have 3 years to file a personal injury claim under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14.

The state uses pure comparative negligence, which means you can still recover compensation even if you were mostly at fault (your damages are reduced by your percentage of fault).
This makes it possible for severely injured victims to recover something—even in complex liability situations.

In Massachusetts:

The law also provides a 3-year statute of limitations for most injury claims under M.G.L. c. 260 § 2A.
Massachusetts applies modified comparative negligence, which means you can only recover damages if you're less than 51% at fault.
Knowing these laws is essential—especially when long-term medical needs are on the line.

Because you only get one chance to recover compensation for a permanent injury, it’s crucial that your attorney understands how both state law and long-term care needs intersect.

This Isn’t Just About Bills—Here’s What You Can Really Recover

A permanent injury claim isn’t just about medical bills—it’s about your entire future. We pursue compensation for:

Emergency care, surgeries, and hospitalization
Ongoing medical treatment and rehabilitation
In-home nursing care and personal attendants
Home and vehicle modifications (ramps, lifts, accessible bathrooms, etc.)
Loss of future earnings and job retraining
Pain and suffering—today and for the rest of your life
Loss of independence and quality of life
Mental and emotional distress
Loss of consortium (for spouses or family members)
Punitive damages (in extreme negligence or reckless conduct cases)

At Corrao & Robles Law, we don’t take shortcuts. We calculate the true value of your damages—and we fight to make sure you get every dollar.

Insurance Companies Fight Hard in These Cases—We Fight Harder

When the damages are this high, insurance companies throw everything they have into avoiding a full payout. They might argue that:

You were partly or fully at fault
Your injury isn’t as disabling as you claim
Your medical treatment was excessive or unrelated
You could return to some form of work
You’re exaggerating your pain or trauma

We know all their tactics—and we come prepared. We build your case from day one with experts, documentation, and legal precision. And if they refuse to settle fairly? We take them to court. Our attorneys are trial-tested and ready to win.

Why the Severely Injured Choose Corrao & Robles Law

When your life has changed forever, you need more than a lawyer—you need a team who truly understands what’s at stake. At Corrao & Robles Law, we provide:

Free, no-pressure consultations
No legal fees unless we win your case
Experienced attorneys licensed in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts
Proven track record in complex injury and long-term disability claims
Access to top-tier experts and resources
Responsive communication and personalized legal support

We take care of your case like it’s our own—because we know how much it matters.

You Only Get One Shot—Let’s Make It Count

If you or someone you love is living with a permanent or life-altering injury due to someone else’s negligence, don’t wait to protect your legal rights. The sooner you call, the stronger your case will be.

Contact Corrao & Robles Law today for a free consultation with a permanent injury lawyer serving Rhode Island and Massachusetts. We’re here to help you move forward—one step at a time.