Stamford, CT personal injury attorney Paul Slager talks about how he defines catastrophic injuries. He considers an injury to be catastrophic when it has a profound and lasting impact on a person’s life or the lives of their family members. He notes that this may include the loss of a loved one or a severe injury that permanently affects an individual’s health, abilities, or overall quality of life. In his view, catastrophic injuries are those that fundamentally alter a person’s life experience for years to come.