Spinal Cord Injuries
Have A Spinal Cord Injury?
Spinal Cord injuries are life-changing and may take many years to recover from. A majority of spinal cord injuries result in some form of permanent disability.
Symptoms and Types of Spinal Cord Injuries
In the case of spinal cord injuries, damage may involve the actual nerves, or it may involve indirect damage to the bones. This can result in the inability to move or control certain parts of the body. The location of the injury location and severity of the damage will determine the potental for future recovery. Medical care, ongoing rehabilitation, and ongoing personal care costs can run into the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
If you or a loved one have been involved in a traumatic injury which may involve a spinal cord injury, there are possible signs that a serious spinal injury has occurred. Symptoms may include:
- Severe back pain
- Neck discomfort
- Paralysis – the inability to move is not necessarily caused by a direct injury
- Weakness, tingling, or numbness in the extremities
- Sudden loss of bowel or bladder control
What To Expect After A Spinal Cord Injury
It is possible for both parties to be somewhat at fault. For instance, the pedestrian may have some fault if they were crossing the street illegally, or dashed out unsafely. If the cyclist was traveling too fast, over the posted speed limit he or she may have some liability as well. From the police report statements, it may be immediately clear to establish who was at fault.
When a police report assigns fault, this is not the final decision. Insurance companies may dispute the conclusion. It is common for an insurance company to send an adjuster to review the scene of the accident, or examine the damage suffered soon after the accident. It is important to retain a personal injury attorney as soon as possible to represent your best interests to the insurance company.