Spinal cord injuries can have devastating effects on a person and his or her family and lifestyle. If you or a loved one suffers from an injury to the spinal cord that was caused by another’s actions, our dedicated spinal cord injury attorneys may be able to help you obtain compensation for your losses.
The caring legal team at Roden Law has years of experience handling cases just like yours. We have helped our clients obtain millions of dollars in compensation for their injuries, and we can put that experience to work for your case.
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What Is a Spinal Cord Injury?
The central nervous system is composed of the brain and spinal cord; the spinal cord contains the nerves that transmit messages between the brain and the rest of the body. Therefore, if the spine is damaged, it can affect your ability to move, feel sensations, and control various bodily functions.
The severity of your spinal cord injury – such as whether you have a slipped disc or a fully severed cord – will affect your ability to move and control your body. The location of your injury will affect what parts of your body are affected. Depending on what part of your spinal cord was injured, you may have anything from mild numbness and tingling to complete paralysis.
Some of the effects of this type of injury include the following:
Physical Effects
A spinal cord injury can result in paralysis or loss of sensation, and the extent of the loss is classified as the following:
- Monoplegia – Affects one limb or section of the body
- Hemiplegia – Affects one side of the body, possibly including an arm, leg or side of the face
- Paraplegia – Affects all organs and areas below the waist
- Quadriplegia (Tetraplegia) – Affects all organs and areas below the neck
Financial and Professional Costs
Severe spinal cord injuries can make it difficult or impossible to continue working and paying for your medical bills. This injury can also impact family members who may have lost income while helping you deal with your injuries, such as taking you to doctors’ appointments and therapy sessions.
Lifestyle Effects
If your spinal cord injury has resulted in extensive paralysis, you may require a personal assistant or nursing professional to help you do everyday tasks, such as bathing and eating. This costs money and can interfere with your everyday life and the lives of your family members.
A spinal cord injury lawyer can evaluate your expenses and the value of what you have lost as a result of your injuries. He or she can then handle everything for you, from dealing with the insurance company to filing a lawsuit against the party that is liable for your injuries.
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Can I Get Compensation for My Spinal Cord Injury?
Because a spinal cord injury can have damaging effects on an individual’s life, compensation from an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit can be vital to helping cover the many costs associated with this type of injury.
Depending on the circumstances of your injury, a knowledgeable spinal cord injury lawyer may be able to help you recover compensation for:
- Medical expenses – A spinal cord injury will come with significant medical expenses for possible surgeries, medications, physical and occupational therapies, rehabilitation, doctors’ visits, and many other requirements of your treatment. Medical expenses often make up a significant portion of a settlement or verdict.
- Long-term care – Severe spinal cord injuries may prevent an individual from being able to care for himself or herself, requiring the assistance of long-term care providers. It may be possible to recover compensation for this significant cost.
- Lost wages – An injury could prevent you from being able to work temporarily or permanently. In some cases, you may be able to continue working, but in a position that pays less than what you were previously receiving. A lawsuit could help you recover compensation for your lost wages and lost earning capacity.
- Lost enjoyment of life – A spinal cord injury can greatly inhibit a person’s ability to participate in hobbies and other activities that he or she previously enjoyed and that filled his or her life. We will work with you to determine how your injury has impacted your life and how to accurately value this type of loss.
- Pain and suffering – Spinal cord injuries can involve serious physical and emotional pain and suffering. We will help you determine if you are entitled to this type of compensation.
Our spinal cord injury attorneys understand how devastating a spinal cord injury can be, which is why we are committed to helping you fight for the compensation you need to cover the many costs and expenses associated with your injury.
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Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries
There are many causes of spinal cord injuries, many of which are the result of another’s negligent or intentional actions. Some of the most common causes of spinal cord injuries that may entitle a person to compensation include:
- Car Accidents – A sudden impact to your body in a an auto accident can leave drivers or passengers with injuries to the spinal cord. A bicyclist or a pedestrian can also have spine injuries from being struck by a vehicle.
- Falls – A slip-and-fall accident can cause injury to a person’s back from falling down a stairwell or slipping on a wet surface.
- Violence – Most spinal cord injuries that occur in violent situations are caused by gunshot wounds.
- Overuse – Repetitive activities, such as lifting heavy items for work, can cause damage to your spinal cord.
- Medical Malpractice – An error during surgery or another procedure could lead to a debilitating spinal cord injury.
Our successful spinal cord injury attorneys can evaluate your injury claim and determine whether you have a valid case for compensation. There is no risk to you to talk to us, because we offer a no-obligation consultation. Call us today to find out how we can help you.
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What Should I Do if I Have a Spinal Cord Injury?
According to the Mayo Clinic, when a person experiences a sudden injury to the spine, the most important thing to do is to remain still until medical professionals arrive to help. Even a slight movement of someone with a spinal cord injury can cause further and more catastrophic injuries.
If you have sudden trauma to your back, ask someone to call 911 and get medical help right away. You may be experiencing:
- Numbness
- Muscle spasms
- Pain or stinging
- Difficulty breathing or coughing
- Inability to feel sensations
- Inability to move part of your body
The medical staff evaluating your injuries may perform tests, including:
- MRI
- CT scans
- X-rays
- Neurological tests
It is important to follow all instructions you are given by the doctors and medical professionals who are treating you, including therapy sessions, exercises and medications. Doing so will help prove that they are as severe as you say. Be sure to keep all of your medical records and bills from your treatments, doctors’ visits and hospitalizations.
Once you are able, you should contact a reputable spinal cord injury lawyer to review the details of your claim. An attorney can advise you of your legal options and help you determine if you are entitled to compensation to cover the many costs associated with this type of injury.
Our spinal cord injury lawyers will fight for your right to fair compensation. Contact our law firm today.
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Contact a Spinal Cord Injury Attorney Today
The team at Roden Law has earned a reputation of client satisfaction through our commitment to helping our clients receive the compensation they need. Our spinal cord injury lawyers know how to evaluate your case and help you obtain maximum compensation for your claim. We will:
- Investigate the cause of your injuries
- Hire medical professionals to evaluate your injuries
- Determine the full value of your case
- Deal with the insurance company on your behalf
- Handle the details of your case for you
We offer a free case evaluation, charge no upfront fees, and require no payment unless we are able to get compensation for you. Let us handle the details of your case so you can focus on your rehabilitation and healing, knowing you have an attorney who specializes in spinal cord injuries.
Contact our team now so we can get started on your claim.