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Houma Catastrophic Injury Lawyers

Fighting for Victims of Life-Changing Injuries in Terrebonne Parish

Any serious injury can lead to significant physical pain and the need for medical care. But some injuries are so severe, they completely change a person’s life. These injuries are known as “catastrophic injuries,” and they nearly always result in immense pain, suffering, and financial hardship.

If you or someone you love suffered a life-changing injury due to another person or party’s negligence, you do not have to face the future alone. You deserve justice, and our team can help. At Waitz & Downer, our catastrophic injury attorneys in Houma help families throughout Terrebonne Parish and all of Louisiana fight for the fair compensation they need to heal and move forward.

Contact us today at (985) 331-7832 for a completely free consultation regarding your catastrophic injury claim. 

    I would recommend them to anyone needing a personal injury attorney.
    “Waitz and Downer has handled legal affairs for my family for years. My daughter was involved in a head on collision with a drunk driver. The insurance company did not want to pay for my daughter to purchase a new car, hers was totaled. Waitz and Downer handled the matter very professionally and things were settled very quickly.”
    - Lie Ann M.
    Mary W. Riviere and her team are outstanding!
    “Mary is sharp, professional, and friendly. She strives to meets the needs of her clients, and she truly invest in them and their cases. She is easily assessable, and she is exceptionally honest and trustworthy. She is an excellent attorney, and I highly recommend her!
    - Dana P.
    This firm is exceedingly generous to its clients and the community at large.
    “Excellent law firm. Attorney Hunt Downer is a very down to earth guy who likes to keep it simple.”
    - Joseph G.

What Is a Catastrophic Injury? 

Catastrophic injuries are severe, life-changing injuries, often resulting in significant and permanent physical and/or cognitive disability.

Common examples of catastrophic injuries include: 

  • Amputations 
  • Serious fractures/broken bones
  • Traumatic brain injuries 
  • Head and neck injuries 
  • Severe burns 
  • Spinal cord injuries 
  • Damage to internal organs 
  • Eye and face injuries 

From chronic pain to lifelong disfigurement, these injuries have devastating consequences for victims. The cost of treating such injuries can be extreme, often amounting to hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars over the course of the injured party’s lifetime—and that doesn’t include the financial impact of being unable to work due to a new disability or the emotional toll of going through a traumatic event.

Over Five Decades of Legal Practice Protecting Families for Generations
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    Big-firm results, small-town heart—we treat every client like one of our own.

  • We Stand Firm

    From oilfields to open waters, we fight for the injured and the families left behind.

  • One Shared Mission
    Three generations strong, our family’s legacy is protecting yours when tragedy strikes.
  • Rooted in the Gulf Coast

    Born from the region we serve, we stand with our neighbors through every storm and every fight for justice.

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With Our Houma Catastrophic Injury Attorneys

Moving forward after a catastrophic injury can be a difficult road filled with physical, emotional, and financial challenges—but you don’t have to do it alone. We invite you to reach out to Waitz & Downer right away to learn how our team can help you take the first steps in protecting your rights and seeking the justice you deserve. We offer our legal services on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay anything unless we recover a settlement or verdict on your behalf. 

Contact us online or by phone at (985) 331-7832 to schedule your free initial consultation today.

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