Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries are some of the most serious and life-changing injuries a person can experience. These injuries can happen in car crashes, falls, or other accidents, and they create both physical and emotional difficulties, along with complicated legal problems. Recently, David Greene from Greene & Phillips Personal Injury Lawyers appeared on Studio 10 for Spinal Cord Awareness Month to talk about how important it is to get help from a lawyer who knows how to handle these kinds of cases.
Types and Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries can happen in many ways, such as:
- Car accidents: These are a top cause of spinal injuries, sometimes because of seatbelt issues or defective car parts.
- Falls: A fall from a ladder or into a pool can lead to serious spinal injuries.
- Defective products: Products like faulty car seats or broken parts in a vehicle can also cause spinal injuries.
These injuries can be very serious. Some cases we’ve worked on involve paralysis, quadriplegia, or brain injuries, all of which need special medical care and legal attention.
Legal Challenges Following a Spinal Cord Injury
One big challenge after a spinal cord injury is making sure the injured person gets enough compensation to pay for their care in the future. For people with paralysis or major mobility issues, long-term or even lifelong care might be needed. This care can cost millions of dollars, covering things like medical bills, surgeries, treatments, and help with daily tasks.
This is where having experience matters. At Greene & Phillips, we’ve been handling these kinds of cases for over 26 years. We understand important details like:
- Life care plans: Figuring out what the injured person will need in the future, sometimes for the rest of their life.
- Product liability: Holding companies responsible for products that caused the injury.
- Insurance battles: Fighting large insurance companies to get our clients the money they deserve.
Choosing the Right Personal Injury Lawyer
If you or someone you love has had a spinal cord injury, choosing the right lawyer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Spinal cord injuries can change your life, bringing physical problems, emotional stress, and financial challenges. That’s why it’s so important to work with a law firm that knows how to handle these types of cases and has the resources to fight for you.
At Greene & Phillips, we possess extensive expertise in handling intricate personal injury cases, particularly those involving large corporations or insurance companies that might seek to evade fair compensation. Our dedicated team has the legal knowledge, connections to medical professionals, and resources necessary to construct a robust case on your behalf. We are familiar with the local judicial systems and maintain positive relationships with judges and court personnel, providing an edge for your case. Our primary aim is to ensure you receive the compensation required for you to proceed with the care and support you rightfully deserve.
Possible Compensation for Spinal Cord Injury Victims
Spinal cord injury victims may be entitled to a lot of compensation, depending on their case. This might include:
- Medical bills: Covering past, present, and future medical costs.
- Life care costs: Paying for full-time nursing care or other services.
- Lost wages: Compensation for the inability to work or losing future earnings.
- Pain and suffering: Payment for the emotional and mental struggles of living with a major injury.
We helped a young woman who became paralyzed and suffered a brain injury after being hit by a truck. The compensation we won for her allowed her to get the medical care she needed, giving her a better quality of life even with her injuries.
Contact Greene & Phillips Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers
If you or someone you love has had a spinal cord injury, don’t wait to get legal help. An experienced law firm can guide you through the process and help make sure you get the compensation you deserve. You can reach us anytime by calling or texting 251-300-2000 or filling out a contact form.
