Catastrophic injuries are those, which occur suddenly or without our knowledge. These injuries are almost irreparable and their outcomes are serious and long-term .the victims may also suffer long term or even permanent disabilities. They may be classified into long term and man-made hazards. Tsunami, volcanic activity and other natural disaster come under natural hazard.
Man made incidents may be classified further into
1) Industrial accidents such as refinery accident, toxic exposure, construction and crane accidents etc
2) Work place hazard like electrocution, scaffolding, fall and trunk accidents etc.
3) Work place injuries for instance pains, trauma, eye injuries, burns, multiple bone fractures, spinal cord injuries, neurotically disorder etc
Impact due to these injuries is massive .he or she will not be able to enjoy his normal life and this may create a huge stress on the victim. However government will take care of the victim if the injuries is caused due to natural forces or the responsible person must provide the compensation .the compensation will help the individual in providing the lost wages, loss of life, mental distress, disability medical bills etc. they may seek an attorney or lawyer who will assist them in seeking compensation for the individual.