Atlanta Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
The spine is a critical part of our nervous system. When our spine is injured, it is serious. We have recovered millions of dollars for people who have suffered spinal cord injuries, and a spinal cord injury lawyer at Weatherby Law Firm in Atlanta can help you too.
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What is a spinal cord injury?
A spinal cord is a bundle of nerves inside the vertebrae in your back. Those nerves carry signals through your body. These signals control pain, movement, and feeling. When the spinal cord is injured, these signals are disrupted.
A spinal cord injury may result from the vertebrae being fractured or dislocated. The spinal cord is impacted and the signals limited, partially or completely. A partial spinal cord injury means that nerves still send signals in this area but does not function fully. There will be some motor or sensory function below the affected area. Complete spinal cord injuries mean that all feeling and all ability to control movement is lost.
In the event of a complete spinal cord injury with paralysis, this also may be referred to as paraplegia and quadriplegia. These are obviously devastating injuries to the people enduring them.
What types of accidents cause a spinal cord injury?
Spinal cord injuries can be caused by natural diseases or by trauma. The following are common causes of spinal cord injuries:
Accidents
Automobile Accidents, Truck Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents. The leading cause of spinal cord injuries in the United States are automobile accidents and motorcycle accidents.
Falls
Over half of new spinal cord injuries each year are due to these accidents. Falls account for approximately 32% of all spinal cord injuries.
Violence
Approximately 14% of spinal cord injuries result from violent encounters, such as gunshots. When these are due to the inadequate security of a commercial property owner, you may have the right to recover from that property owner.
Sports/Recreation
Athletic activities cause approximately 10% of all spinal cord injuries. This includes impact sports, like football, and water activities in shallow areas.
If your spinal cord injury is due to an accident, we can help you recover the full value of your case.
How much is a spinal cord injury lawsuit worth?
A spinal cord injury case can be worth millions of dollars, potentially. It depends on the facts and circumstances. We can help you determine the value of your case. Call us for a free consultation.
Contact an Atlanta Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
Our spinal cord injury lawyers in Atlanta will fight to pursue the maximum compensation available under the law for our clients.