Catastrophic Injury Attorney in Clermont

Over $10 Million Recovered for Injured Clients Across Florida

Law Office of Modoline Altenor was founded in 2016 by Attorney Modoline Altenor and has recovered over $10 million in damages for injured clients across Florida. We work on a contingency basis, so you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Attorney Altenor has roots in the Clermont community, including volunteer work at a local homeless shelter, and we’re committed to the people here.

If you or a family member has suffered a catastrophic injury in the Clermont area, call our office today at (407) 378-1606 to schedule a free consultation. There’s no cost to speak with us, and no fee unless you recover.

What Florida Law Considers a Catastrophic Injury

Not every serious injury meets the legal threshold for a catastrophic injury claim. Florida Statute 766.118 defines catastrophic injury as a permanent impairment meeting specific criteria, and whether your situation qualifies shapes the damages and legal strategy available to you.

The statute covers conditions including:

• Severe spinal cord paralysis affecting an arm, leg, or trunk
• Amputation of a limb with loss of its use
• Severe brain or closed-head injury
• Second- or third-degree burns covering 25 percent or more of the body, or 5 percent or more of the face and hands
• Blindness
• Loss of reproductive organs

These injuries are typically permanent and often require long-term or lifelong care. The scope of that future need is central to how a claim’s value is established.

How We Handle Catastrophic Injury Cases

Catastrophic injury claims draw intense scrutiny from insurers. High-value cases trigger more aggressive evaluation, more documentation demands, and more resistance at the negotiating table. Attorney Altenor spent years working as a casualty adjuster before founding the firm, which means she understands how insurers assess and challenge these claims from the inside. That background shapes how we build and present each case.

We take a hands-on approach from the first consultation forward. Our team manages the paperwork, procedural requirements, and insurer negotiations on your behalf so you can focus on recovery. Every case receives direct attorney attention, not a handoff to support staff.

Accidents That Can Lead to Catastrophic Injuries

Traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries are among the most serious outcomes that can result from high-impact motor vehicle crashes and dangerous premises conditions. We handle claims arising from:

• Car accidents
• Motorcycle incidents
• Slip and falls
• Premises liability
• Wrongful death