Legal Definitions - serious bodily injury

Serious bodily injury refers to a severe physical harm that can cause permanent damage or even death. It can include injuries such as broken bones, internal organ damage, or severe burns.

• A person who has been in a car accident and has suffered a spinal cord injury that has left them paralyzed.
• A victim of a violent assault who has suffered a traumatic brain injury that has caused permanent cognitive impairment.
• A worker who has been injured on the job and has suffered severe burns that require hospitalization and extensive medical treatment.

These examples illustrate how serious bodily injury can have long-lasting and life-altering effects on a person's health and well-being. It is important to take measures to prevent such injuries from occurring and to provide appropriate medical care and support to those who have been injured.