Navigating Catastrophic Spinal Cord Injuries: How Brooks Injury Law Fights for Your Recovery and Compensation
- Spinal cord injuries can result in severe, lifelong consequences, affecting mobility, sensation, and overall quality of life.
- Common causes of spinal cord injuries include car accidents, falls, sports injuries, and acts of violence.
- Symptoms and impacts can range from partial loss of motor function to complete paralysis, depending on the severity and location of the injury.
- Brooks Injury Law can help you get the necessary treatment and rehabilitation for your spinal cord injury.
- Our experienced team will handle the insurance claims and legal process, so you can focus on healing or helping a loved one through their life-changing injury.
- We work to ensure you receive the maximum compensation possible for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
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Risk Factors
Being Male
Females account for only about 20% of spinal cord injuries in the United States.
Ages 16-30
You're most likely to suffer a traumatic spinal cord injury if you're between the ages of 16 and 30.
Being 65+
This age group very often experiences falls of various sorts which is a common cause of these injuries.
Risky Behavior
Engaging in risky behavior, such as diving into shallow water or playing sports without safety gear, makes you more prone to spinal cord injuries.
Having Bone or Joint Disorders
Minor injuries can cause unfortunately cause a spinal cord injury. Many times, other disorders that affect your bones or joints can harshly affect your spine as well.
If you have experienced a spinal cord injury at the fault of a third party, you deserve a skilled personal injury attorney to navigate your claim toward your entitled compensation.
Possible Signs or Symptoms
It is extremely important to see a doctor after an accident or injury even if you are not experiencing these signs or symptoms. Spinal cord injuries are not immediately obvious and if it isn't recognized a more severe injury can occur. The sooner you are checked out by a professional, the sooner you can receive treatment and be on your way to recovery.
After an accident or other dramatic event that causes an injury, there may be some signs or symptoms of a spinal cord injury. These may include:
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More than $65 Million recovered for Brooks Injury Law clients.
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More than $7 Million paid out to attorneys who have referred cases to Brooks Injury Law.
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Average case settlement exceeds $115,000.
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Common Causes
Like other catastrophic injuries, there are some common causes for a spinal cord injury:
Automobile Accidents
According to the Mayo Clinic, automobile accidents are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries nationwide.
Sports
Like traumatic brain injuries, damage to the spinal cord can easily be caused by high impact sports. Diving into shallow water is a major leading cause of catastrophic injury across the United States.
Violence
Domestic violence, gunshot wounds, and other acts of violence can lead to damage to the spinal cord.
Falls
Spinal cord injuries in adults age 65+ are most commonly caused by falls.
Falling Objects
Falling objects are another leading cause of spinal cord injuries, especially in industries where this can be common, such as construction sites.
What our clients are saying...
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Brooks Injury Law is the best! They get back to you in a timely manner, always trying to get you the best possible solution to whatever injuries you may have, and always have the best attitude and customer service. Not only does my back … More feel better but I also know who I’m calling if I ever get hurt in an accident again! -
Brooks Injury Law really helped me out after my family and I were in a horrible car crash. My attorney Morgyn and her paralegal Lauren were very professional and caring. They kept me informed on what was going on in my case, and I was very … More happy with the end result and the payout I received. I would recommend Brooks Injury Law to anyone in need of a great group of lawyers who really care about their clients.
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