Catastrophic Injury

Catastrophic Injury

Serious injuries can change lives in an instant, leaving victims and their families facing medical challenges, financial strain, and long-term uncertainty. At Wyche, we are committed to fighting for those who have suffered catastrophic injuries due to negligence, defective products, or dangerous conditions. Our attorneys work tirelessly to hold responsible parties accountable and secure the compensation our clients deserve.


Traumatic Brain & Spinal Cord Injuries

Brain and spinal cord injuries can have devastating consequences, leading to lifelong medical needs, loss of mobility, and cognitive impairments. Our team has extensive experience representing individuals who have suffered traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and spinal cord damage due to accidents, workplace hazards, and defective products.

Common claims we handle:

  • Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
  • Spinal Cord Injuries & Paralysis
  • Concussions & Post-Concussion Syndrome
  • Permanent Disability Claims

Severe Burn & Amputation Injuries

Burn injuries and amputations not only cause extreme physical pain but also require extensive medical treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term care. Wyche is dedicated to securing justice for burn victims and amputees, helping them recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional suffering.

Common claims we handle:

  • Third-Degree Burns & Skin Grafting Cases
  • Chemical & Electrical Burns
  • Amputation Due to Accidents or Medical Malpractice
  • Workplace & Industrial Burn Injuries

Catastrophic Motor Vehicle Accidents

Severe car, truck, and motorcycle accidents can leave victims with permanent injuries, extensive medical bills, and a diminished quality of life. Wyche has a proven track record of holding negligent drivers, trucking companies, and manufacturers accountable for catastrophic crashes.

Common claims we handle:

  • Trucking Accidents & Commercial Vehicle Collisions
  • Motorcycle & Pedestrian Accidents
  • Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) Accidents
  • Drunk & Distracted Driving Cases

Defective Products & Unsafe Premises

Defective products and hazardous conditions can lead to life-altering injuries. Our firm aggressively pursues claims against corporations, manufacturers, and property owners whose negligence causes harm.

Common claims we handle:

  • Defective Medical Devices & Dangerous Drugs
  • Unsafe Machinery & Consumer Product Defects
  • Slip & Fall & Premises Liability Cases
  • Construction Site & Workplace Accidents

If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, Wyche is here to help. Our attorneys are experienced in high-stakes injury litigation, and we are ready to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.

  • Obtained a nearly $1 million settlement in a personal injury case in which our client was severely injured by the defective design of water skiing equipment.
  • Represented a South Carolina cyclist who was hit by a commercial vehicle and suffered traumatic injuries. The client, a student at the University of South Carolina, was cycling home after work when he was run over and dragged underneath the vehicle. The case settled before trial with the defendant paying the full limits of its insurance policy.
  • Obtained a favorable settlement on behalf of a widow and her children resulting from the alleged negligence of a South Carolina police department in conducting its investigation of her husband’s death.
  • Represented an injured South Carolinian who fell down a flight of stairs in a restaurant. The stairs lacked a handrail and the resulting fall fractured the man’s skull and resulted in catastrophic brain damage.
  • Represented a client who was injured in an Interstate highway accident involving a tractor-trailer collision, obtaining a pre-trial settlement of $500,000.
  • Have represented numerous individuals injured in automobile accidents. One example is a case in which our client was seriously injured when her car was cut off by a tractor-trailer making a delivery on a local highway. The case settled for $200,000. Another example is a case where a large SUV, operated by a driver who was allegedly distracted while eating a sandwich, rammed the rear of the car in which our client was a rear-seat passenger, totaling the vehicle and resulting in severe internal injuries to our client, including several days in intensive care. The case settled for the full limits of the liability insurance policy of the at-fault driver.
  • Represented a family suffering injuries as a result of mold in their new home, the growth of which was caused by the negligent installation of the HVAC system by the builder. One of the clients suffered respiratory problems caused by the mold, and the case settled for $200,000.
  • Represented a woman who suffered a broken wrist and a torn ligament in a trip-and-fall at a local fast food restaurant, caused by restaurant employees who carelessly left large boxes around a corner in a hallway of the restaurant, obtaining a substantial settlement on her behalf.
  • Represented a young woman who was injured by defective glass installed at a local activity center, obtaining a favorable settlement on her behalf.

Please note: Reference to these matters should not be considered as any sort of guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of any other legal matter, regardless of any similarities. The outcome of a particular case cannot be predicted upon past results, as every case is different and must be evaluated separately, upon a variety of factors unique to each case. In addition, the cases listed on the web site are illustrative only, and do not represent all of the cases that the law firm or the lawyers have handled. For further information, please read our full legal disclaimer.

John Moylan

John C. Moylan

Lead Contact

John focuses his practice on advocating for victims of catastrophic injuries and medical malpractice. He has been named among the Top 25 lawyers in South Carolina by Super Lawyers and has been recognized as 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers. He has also been selected twice as “The State’s Best Attorney” by the readers of The State newspaper. John is a graduate of Harvard Law School and Presbyterian College.

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