Catastrophic Injury & Wrongful Death Lawyers

James E. Girards, Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Girards Law Firm— Catastrophic Injury & Wrongful Death Lawyers

Focused Areas of Catastrophic Injury Litigation:

We also handle complex cases involving delayed diagnosis/misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and traumatic spinal injuries from industrial incidents

Representing Victims of Life-Changing Injuries Across Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma

When negligence causes brain injury, spinal cord damage, birth injury, or fatal harm, the consequences are permanent. These cases require more than a general personal injury approach — they require deep medical understanding, long-term damage analysis, and aggressive litigation strategy.

Girards Law focuses on severe injury and wrongful death cases, helping families secure the financial recovery needed for lifelong care, rehabilitation, and stability.

Free Consultation • No Fee Unless We Win. Put a Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer to work for you.

Call: 833-5GIRARDS

A Law Firm Focused on Catastrophic Injury Cases

Not all injury cases are the same.
We focus on cases involving:

  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Spinal cord injury and paralysis
  • Birth injuries, including cerebral palsy and HIE
  • Medical malpractice and surgical negligence
  • Truck and commercial vehicle collisions
  • Wrongful death

These cases often involve:

  • Complex medical records
  • Lifelong care needs
  • Multiple liable parties
  • High financial stakes

We build cases designed to reflect the true lifetime impact of catastrophic harm.

Brain Injury Lawyers

Traumatic brain injuries can permanently affect memory, personality, mobility, and independence.

We handle cases involving:

  • Delayed diagnosis
  • Surgical errors
  • Trauma from collisions
  • Oxygen deprivation injuries

Spinal Cord Injury & Paralysis Lawyers

Spinal injuries often result in paraplegia or quadriplegia, requiring lifelong care.

We pursue claims involving:

  • Surgical mistakes
  • Traumatic accidents
  • Failure to stabilize injuries
  • Medical negligence

Birth Injury Lawyers

Birth injuries can change a child’s life forever.

We represent families in cases involving:

  • Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE)
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Delayed C-section
  • Fetal distress mismanagement

Truck Accident & Commercial Vehicle Lawyers

Truck cases are fundamentally different from ordinary crashes.

They often involve:

  • Federal safety violations
  • Driver fatigue
  • Maintenance failures
  • Corporate liability

Medical Malpractice Lawyers

When healthcare providers fail to meet accepted standards, the results can be devastating.

We handle:

  • Surgical errors
  • Misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis
  • Hospital negligence
  • Medication errors

Wrongful Death Lawyers

When negligence leads to loss of life, families deserve answers and accountability.

We represent wrongful death cases arising from:

  • Medical negligence
  • Truck crashes
  • Catastrophic injuries
  • Unsafe conditions

Catastrophic Injury Cases Require a Different Level of Representation

These cases are not about short-term recovery.

They involve:

  • Lifetime medical care planning
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Long-term disability
  • Ongoing therapy and rehabilitation
  • Family impact and caregiving needs

We work to ensure that every case reflects the full lifetime cost of the injury, not just the immediate damage.

A Litigation-Driven Approach

Our process focuses on building cases that stand up in court:

  • Detailed medical record analysis
  • Consultation with medical and economic experts
  • Identification of all responsible parties
  • Early evidence preservation
  • Preparation for trial from the outset

This approach positions cases for maximum recovery, whether through settlement or verdict.

Representing Clients Across Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma

We handle serious injury and wrongful death cases throughout:

  • Texas
  • Arkansas
  • Oklahoma

Each state has unique laws affecting:

  • Medical malpractice claims
  • Damage caps
  • Filing deadlines
  • Liability standards

We structure every case with these differences in mind.

Early Action Can Protect Your Case

In catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, critical evidence can be lost quickly.

You should contact a lawyer immediately if:

  • A loved one suffered brain or spinal cord injury
  • A child experienced complications at birth
  • A serious injury followed medical treatment
  • A crash involved a commercial truck
  • A death may have been caused by negligence

Speak With a Catastrophic Injury Lawyer Today

If you or your family are facing the consequences of a severe injury or wrongful death, you do not have to navigate it alone.

Free Consultation • Confidential Case Review

Call: 833-5GIRARDS

Or contact us online to discuss your case using our Contact Page

Girards Law - Catastrophic Injury & Wrongful Death Lawyers

  • Focused on severe injury cases
  • Serving Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma
  • Contingency fee — no recovery, no fee