Spinal cord injury recovery can last for extended periods of time or be lifelong. Adjusting to such a major change is different for everyone. There is no denying that a spinal cord injury affects a person’s physical and emotional health. As such, family and friends are also impacted. On top of all this, the cost of necessary medical care and treatment for spinal cord injuries can be baffling.

If you believe that your spinal cord injury, or that of your loved one, was caused by another person’s or entity’s negligence, you may be able to hold them liable and get money to help offset past and future expenses associated with the injury. Our legal team is both compassionate and aggressive when it comes to supporting our clients and holding reckless parties accountable. Contact us today for a no-cost consultation.

Overcoming the Challenges Ahead

For an individual coping with a spinal cord injury, learning new ways to manage day-to-day activities and maintain overall health typically requires the assistance of medical professionals. The sensory and emotional experience of pain from a spinal cord injury is dependent on the extent of tissue and nerve damage. Beyond limiting how the body moves and what a person is capable of feeling, one of the most challenging aspects of spinal cord injuries is that they influence how all body systems operate.

The support of family, friends, and community go a long way in helping a person with a spinal cord injury beat the odds. While some individuals are able to raise funds for their rehabilitation, others aren’t provided the same opportunities. If an act of negligence caused the spinal cord injury, a personal injury claim or lawsuit may help an individual obtain the money that he or she deserves and needs.

The Extent of Damages

Calculating past and future economic and non-economic damages can be an intricate process, especially for catastrophic trauma like spinal cord injury. An experienced attorney will evaluate the extent of past and future lost earnings and benefits in addition to any necessary home construction that may be needed for mobility and accessibility to areas in the residence.

Beyond the loss of the quality of life that once was, the biggest hurdle for families affected by spinal cord injuries often relates to financial damages from medical expenses. Although treatment can help decrease nervous system injury and repair limited functions, spinal cord injuries may require multiple surgeries, hospital stays, medication, physical therapy, and home care. Other damages can range from loss of consortium to pain and suffering, and the list continues. Unfortunately, spinal cord injuries can cause unexpected medical complications down the road, such as chronic pain, respiratory distress, and heart problems.

Protecting Your Rights for a Better Future

There is no easy way to heal from a spinal cord injury on a physical and mental level. We fully support our clients and understand that they are going through a difficult time. By serving as a source of strength, we provide our clients with quality legal counsel and effective representation to obtain a positive case outcome. It’s our hope that justice will serve as a big step in the recovery process to help our clients enjoy life again. To learn more about your legal rights and options, please contact us.