Who can be sued for a catastrophic injury?

In North Carolina, a person or entity can be sued for a catastrophic injury when they are legally responsible for the injury. Generally, the person at fault for the injury must have acted negligently or intentionally. Negligence occurs when someone has a duty to act in a responsible manner and fails to do so. In the context of a catastrophic injury, a person who is responsible for ensuring the safety of another person, such as a property owner, doctor, or employer, may be sued if they fail to take reasonable steps to protect the injured party. Intentional conduct refers to an individual purposely and knowingly engaging in activities that put another person at risk. An example of this would be if a person purposely shot at another individual, causing them catastrophic injury. Under North Carolina law, anyone who is at fault for a catastrophic injury can be sued, including but not limited to the person who caused the injury, a corporate entity, or a government body. Additionally, if the injury was caused by a defective product, the manufacturer of the product may also be held accountable. Lastly, any business or entity that allowed the injury to occur, such as a company that provided inadequate safety measures or equipment, may also be sued for the injury.

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