If your life was forever changed by spinal cord damage, you are not alone. Across the country, there are roughly 17,810 new spinal cord injury cases every year. Leading causes include motor-vehicle collisions, falls, and sports accidents. Assuming you weren’t at fault for the accident in which you were hurt, there’s a good chance you have grounds for a claim. If you decide to proceed with one, here’s what you should know before getting started: 1. What Kinds of Damages Can You Include in … [Read more...]
What to Look for in a Spinal Cord Injury Attorney
If your life was derailed by a spinal cord injury (SCI), it’s only natural to want justice. Thankfully, a seasoned attorney should be able to help you seek it. With your financial security at stake, however, you shouldn’t turn to just anyone for guidance. Personal injury actions involving SCIs are inherently complex, and not all lawyers are equipped to handle them. So, how do you go about finding the right attorney? Generally speaking, it starts with choosing a local firm … [Read more...]
What to Ask Before Hiring a Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
If your life was forever changed because of a spinal cord injury (SCI), you are not alone. Every year, there are almost 18,000 new cases of SCI. The most likely victims are men in their early forties; however, anyone can damage their spine in an accident at any age. Thankfully, those who get hurt through no fault of their own are usually entitled to compensation. Put another way, if you wouldn’t be living with an SCI had someone exercised reasonable care, you probably have … [Read more...]
6 FAQs About Truck Accident Spinal Injury Claims
Passenger-vehicle occupants make up most of the fatalities in large truck crashes. Small cars, pickup trucks, and SUVs are simply no match for big rigs when they collide in traffic. As such, passenger-vehicle occupants who are fortunate enough to survive a collision tend to sustain serious injuries in the process. Spinal cord damage is one of the most devastating injuries that a truck accident victim can suffer. If you or someone you love is living with a spinal cord injury (SCI) because of a … [Read more...]
4 FAQs About Bicycle Accident Spinal Injury Claims
If you or someone in your family has suffered a spinal cord injury (SCI) in a bicycle accident, you may already be familiar with the exorbitant medical costs that tend to accompany such a diagnosis. It is also common for victims to be put out of work for several months during recovery, and many are never able to earn an income again. Beyond the direct financial losses, there are also non-economic damages to consider such as lost enjoyment in life and pain and suffering. Because these damages … [Read more...]
Treatments for Spinal Cord Injuries After Accident Trauma
Although treatments for spinal injuries have advanced tremendously over recent years, there is at present no way to reverse damage to the spinal cord. Fortunately, patients have several options when it comes to promoting nerve cell regeneration, improving nerve function, preventing further injury, and enhancing independence and quality of life. Below is a brief overview of spinal cord injury (SCI) treatments that may be administered after accident trauma: At the Scene of the Accident Prompt … [Read more...]