Houston Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
The sudden, traumatic blow to the spine typically is the onset of a spinal cord injury. When the vertebrae fractures or dislocates and bone fragments, disc material, or ligaments tear into the soft spinal tissue damage begins. The spinal cord is not always severed, but when it is paralysis is immediate and permanent. Over 11,000 cases of traumatic spine injury occur every year. The leading cause is auto accidents. Falls, workplace injuries and violent acts are other major contributors to paralyzing spinal cord injury. The tragic reality is that most of these injuries result from someone’s negligence other than the victim. Brian White has extensive experience in litigating these cases and has won significant financial awards.
Types of Spinal Cord Injuries
Quadriplegia, also known as tetraplegia, is caused by a severe injury to the spinal cord in the neck region and results in the loss of use in the lower body including the arms and legs.
Paraplegia is caused by an injury to the spinal cord below the neck and results in the loss of sensation and bodily movement in the legs.
Besides the loss of sensation and movement in the extremities, spinal cord victims may also lose the control of body functions such as the bladder, bowels, breathing, and in men, sexual function. Involuntary functions such as the ability to regulate blood pressure and boy temperature are often effected.
Spinal Cord Injuries Outcomes
There is currently no cure for spinal cord injuries. The goal of rehabilitation focuses on limiting further damage to the damaged tissue and teaching people with these injuries how to return to a productive and meaningful life. Rehabilitation specialists are able to teach patients how to regain lost muscle strength and to manage their day-to-day activities. Physical therapy session can be long term and expensive as can be the on-going medical services required to maintain an injured person’s health.
Choosing an Experienced Professional
Choosing the right legal counsel will determine the type of financial award you receive. Brian White is exceptionally qualified to prosecute your injury claim because of his experience and success in winning significant settlements and jury awards for his clients in similar circumstances. Because these injuries are permanent and life-changing, the financial compensation has to last your entire lifetime. This makes these cases expensive and time consuming to bring to a successful conclusion. Brian White has the resources and determination to work aggressively for you to get you the maximum compensation allowed by the law. We don’t settle for less than what you deserve. Call for a free consultation today. We will listen to your story and lay out for you and your family all of your options.
Houston Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
Brian White
Toll Free (866) 500-4394
Local (713) 244-5529