Spinal cord injuries can be fatal, and they can happen to anybody. These incidents can occur in a workplace, car, or motorcycle accident. Coping with spinal injuries is difficult, expensive, and often traumatizing.
At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, we will assist you in holding the negligent party accountable by pursuing compensation on your behalf. Contacting an El Paso spinal cord injury lawyer is the difference between tackling the legal system alone and focusing on your recovery with your family.
Spinal Cord Injury Causes
According to the World Health Organization, over 250,000 people receive spinal cord injuries each year. These injuries are caused by a variety of situations, including:
- Slips and falls
- Car and motorcycle accidents
- Medical malpractices
- Sports injuries
- Defective products
- Assault and violence
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Different Types of Spinal Cord Injuries
There are three major types of spinal cord injuries that you can sustain in an accident:
Complete
Complete spinal cord injuries damage the entirety of your spinal cord to the extent that it can no longer communicate with the brain. As a result, you lose your motor control and sensation resulting in total paralysis.
Incomplete
Incomplete spinal cord injuries can send signals through the spinal cord to the brain but only to a certain degree, partial paralysis.
Nerve Damage
Nerve damage and spinal contusions consist of a temporary spinal cord injury. These are the most common injuries, and victims typically recover quickly with the right treatment plan.
Symptoms of an Injured Spinal Cord
Other symptoms and side effects of spinal cord injuries include:
- Muscle spasms
- Chronic pain
- Difficulty breathing
- Sexual dysfunction
- Inability to regulate body temperature
- Loss of voluntary limb movement
- Loss of bowel and bladder function
If you suspect you have a spinal cord injury and have any of the symptoms above, do not delay in seeking medical attention.
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Spinal Cord Injury Compensation
Given the extent of spinal cord injuries, there are a lot of expenses you can recoup because of your injury. We will help you recover compensation in areas such as:
- Pain and suffering, including mental and emotional illness
- Medical expenses including rehabilitation, home modifications, and mobility devices
- Property damage
- Loss of wages
- Diminished quality of life
As you seek treatment for your spinal cord injury, keep all documentation of your treatment and other relevant documents. Then, your El Paso spinal cord injury attorney can use these documents as evidence in your legal claim as you seek compensation.
Who Can I Sue for a Spinal Cord Injury?
You can file a lawsuit against the person or company whose actions resulted in your spinal cord injury. Spinal cord injuries can occur due to negligence. For example, if the injuries came after a car accident, slipping, or falling, you must be able to prove that the defendant is legally responsible for your injuries.
Defective products can also cause spinal cord injuries. If the cause of your spinal cord injuries results from using products as intended, you are entitled to compensation from the company responsible for creating the product.
The following list are examples of liable parties:
- A negligent motor vehicle driver
- A business or company with poor work safety practices
- Health care providers who performed medical malpractices
- Attacker or assailant
How Much Can I Receive from a Spinal Cord Injury Settlement?
Every spinal cord injury case is unique, and the settlement amount depends on the circumstance of your case. The criteria includes the severity of your injuries, the amount of damages, and the liable party. This total amount is calculated through two methods: per diem or a factor of multiplication.
Severity of Injuries
Your total possible compensation depends on the severity of your spinal cord injuries. If the injuries are life-altering, you are eligible to receive a higher compensation amount. On the other hand, if your injuries were relatively temporary, your compensation might be lower.
Amount of Damages
The amount of damages also influences the amount included in your settlement. Damages include medical bills and the impact on your life. Health care costs will likely be the most expensive part of your legal claim in a spinal cord injury case.
Liable party
The person or company responsible for your injured spinal cord can have varying assets and insurance policy limits for compensation. Yet, they may still need to pay for your injuries and damages.
The Role of a Spinal Cord Injury Attorney
An attorney for spinal cord injuries will provide the resources and knowledge necessary to assist you in getting the compensation you deserve. These responsibilities include:
- Offering legal advice and creating a plan moving forward
- Calculating the value of your total compensation
- Representing you in negations and court if necessary
- Collecting evidence such as video, witness statements, and other documents
- Determining the liable party
- Speaking with insurance companies on your behalf
Our Law Firm Works on a Contingency-Fee Basis
Our lawyers work on a contingency basis. We will not ask for upfront or hourly fees before we help you with your case. We will work on your case and only ask for payment if we win or settle. If we are unsuccessful in your case, you will not be asked for payment.
Regardless of your financial circumstances, an El Paso spinal cord injury lawyer can help you regain control of your life after an injury. We will keep all of your information confidential and keep you informed of the status of your claim. First, however, we want you to focus on your spinal injury and recovery.
Contact Our Law Firm for Help Today if You Suffered a Spinal Injury
If you or your loved one received a spinal cord injury due to someone else’s negligence, contact Loncar Lyon Jenkins. Our spinal cord injury lawyers serving El Paso are ready to offer you a free consultation and advice for your legal claim during our first meeting. We will review and discuss your claim regarding your eligibility for compensation.
