Spinal Cord Injury Attorney
Fighting For Spinal Injury Victims Nationwide
When life takes an unexpected turn, and a spinal cord injury occurs, the consequences can be devastating, affecting not only the injured individual but their loved ones as well. Navigating the legal complexities that follow a spinal cord injury can be overwhelming, and that's where Athea Trial Lawyers step in. Our dedicated team is here to provide you with the support, guidance, and advocacy you need during this challenging time.
Call Athea Trial Lawyers today at (800) 664-0161 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our spinal cord injury attorneys.
Leading Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries can arise from various situations, each potentially bringing life-altering consequences. Some of the common causes include:
- Automobile Accidents: Collisions on the road can result in traumatic spinal cord injuries due to the force and impact involved.
- Slip and Fall Accidents: Property owners are responsible for maintaining safe premises. When negligence results in a slip and fall accident, spinal cord injuries can occur.
- Medical Malpractice: Surgical errors, misdiagnoses, and other medical negligence can lead to spinal cord injuries.
- Workplace Accidents: Jobs involving heavy machinery, construction, or manual labor pose risks that, if not managed properly, can lead to spinal cord injuries.
- Sports Injuries: Contact sports or accidents during recreational activities can result in severe spinal cord injuries.
- Acts of Violence: Assaults or intentional harm inflicted on an individual can cause irreparable damage to the spinal cord.
- Defective Products: Poorly designed products or equipment can malfunction, leading to accidents that cause spinal cord injuries.
What are the Symptoms of a Spinal Cord Injury?
Some of the most common symptoms include:
- Loss of Movement: Paralysis is often the most immediate and visible sign in specific limbs or the entire body below the injury site.
- Loss of Sensation: Spinal cord injuries can impair the ability to feel heat, cold, or touch, and this loss can be partial or total, depending on the injury.
- Muscle Spasms: Involuntary muscle contractions and spasms frequently affect individuals with spinal injuries, often impacting mobility and comfort.
- Loss of Bowel or Bladder Control: Disruptions in the body’s ability to control the bladder and bowels are common in spinal cord injuries, which can significantly impact the quality of life.
- Difficulty Breathing: Injuries in the upper spinal cord, especially in the cervical (neck) area, may affect respiratory function, often requiring long-term ventilators or other breathing aids.
- Pain or Intense Stinging Sensations: Some individuals may experience chronic pain or an unusual stinging or burning sensation due to nerve damage related to the spinal injury.
How to Prove Negligence in a Spinal Cord Injury Claim
In any spinal cord injury case, proving that another party’s negligence directly caused the injury is fundamental. A successful claim requires establishing specific elements:
- Duty of Care: First, it must be demonstrated that the responsible party had a duty of care toward the injured person. For instance, drivers must follow traffic laws and drive safely to prevent harm to others. Similarly, property owners must maintain safe premises for visitors.
- Breach of Duty: Next, it must be shown that the responsible party breached this duty through reckless or careless actions. Examples of a breach include distracted driving, failure to fix hazardous property conditions, or unsafe workplace practices.
- Causation: This element requires proving that the breach of duty directly led to the injury. For example, if a car accident was caused by a driver running a red light, this action would directly link to any resulting spinal injury.
- Damages: Finally, the injured party must have sustained actual damages due to the injury. These damages could include medical bills, therapy costs, lost wages, and the loss of future earning capability.
What Damages Could Be Recovered in a Spinal Cord Injury Claim?
The impacts of a spinal cord injury can entail extensive medical bills, ongoing rehabilitation, lost wages, and emotional distress. In a spinal cord injury claim, various types of damages may be recoverable:
- Medical Expenses: This includes hospitalization, surgery, medication, rehabilitation, and any necessary medical devices or modifications to the home for accessibility.
- Lost Wages and Future Earnings: If the injury leads to the inability to work temporarily or permanently, compensation for lost wages and potential future earnings can be pursued.
- Pain and Suffering: Physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life can all contribute to a pain and suffering claim.
- Home Modifications: Spinal cord injuries often require modifications to the home to accommodate new mobility needs.
- Assistive Devices: Wheelchairs, prosthetics, and other assistive devices required for daily living should be covered in the claim.
- Physical and Occupational Therapy: Ongoing therapy and rehabilitation costs can be substantial and should be factored into the claim.
- Loss of Consortium: Spinal cord injuries can strain relationships, and compensation may be sought for the impact on a spouse's companionship and support.
- Punitive Damages: In cases of excessive negligence or intentional harm, punitive damages may be awarded to punish the responsible party.
Contact Our Spinal Cord Injury Attorney Today
At Athea Trial Lawyers, we are deeply committed to assisting those who have suffered spinal cord injuries because of negligence or misconduct of another individual. Our spinal cord injury lawyers have the expertise and dedication to navigate such cases' legal complexities.
We understand the immense physical, emotional, and financial burdens that spinal cord injuries can bring. Our team will work tirelessly to craft a strong case on your behalf, striving to secure the maximum compensation you deserve.
If you or a loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, don't hesitate to contact us for a consultation. Time is of the essence, and we are here to provide you with the guidance you need to make informed decisions about your case.
Schedule Your Consultation with our spinal cord injury lawyer today.
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