St. Landry Parish Paralysis Lawyer
The spinal cord connects the brain with the rest of the body and has control of much of the movement and sensations that people experience on a daily basis. Injuries to the spinal cord can have a traumatic effect on a person's ability to live and work normally, and in the worst cases, can cause paralysis or death. Spinal cord injuries are often caused by car and other motor vehicle accidents. They can also occur on the job or in other accidents that are the result of negligence or misconduct. Recovery from a spinal cord injury can take years, or in the worst cases, long term effects of a spinal cord injury may not be reversible.
Obtaining compensation for a spinal cord injury is critical to the ability to pay for treatment, rehabilitation, and other medical expenses. At the law firm of Galloway Jefcoat, LLP, our personal injury lawyers provide experienced representation to the victims of spinal cord injuries in Lafayette and the surrounding communities of Louisiana. Since 1996, we have helped more than 1,000 clients find resolutions to their personal injury issues and have built a strong track record among former clients and the legal community of Louisiana. Contact our firm if you have suffered a spinal cord injury or other neck, back, or head injury in a serious accident.
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There are two types of spinal cord injuries: complete and incomplete. Complete spinal cord injuries eliminate sensation and voluntary movement beneath the level of the injury on either side of the body. Incomplete spinal injuries allow victims to retain some feeling or movement in that area of the body.
Spinal cord injuries may result in:
- Herniated, ruptured, or slipped discs
- Whiplash
- Sciatica
- Paralysis
- Paraplegia
- Quadriplegia
The degree of the injury is based upon the way in which the spinal cord has been damaged and the individual circumstances relating to the injured person and the accident. Depending on the location and the severity of the injuries, an injured person may have permanent or temporary loss of motor and nerve function, which includes a loss of sensation and motion in the legs and hips, as well as the reproductive and excretory systems. In some cases, this function may be recovered, but it is rare for all functioning to be recovered.
Know your rights after a spinal cord injury
If you or someone you love has suffered a serious spinal cord injury as the result of an accident in Louisiana, contact us at Galloway Jefcoat, LLP, and speak with an attorney about your case. We will provide an honest assessment of your situation and your chances of obtaining a successful resolution. Call to schedule a free initial consultation at our Lafayette office at 337-205-7085 or toll free at 888-537-1490. Se habla español.
