A spinal cord injury can affect you in a multitude of ways. How it affects the body depends upon the location of the damage and the severity of the injury.
If you or a loved one suffered a spinal cord injury due to the reckless actions of another person, the experienced and dedicated personal injury lawyers at Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP can help you fight for the fair and just compensation you deserve. Our lawyers will be by your side during what is certainly a challenging time for you and your family. Call us at (212) 732-2929 for a free consultation.
A spinal cord injury changes your life, often requiring a long recovery or resulting in a permanent disability. When your injury is due to the careless or reckless actions of another, you may have the right to bring a claim against that person or business. A personal injury claim or lawsuit holds those liable for your harm accountable for your injuries.
The Impact of a Spinal Cord Injury on the Body
The spinal cord performs an important function in communicating with the brain. By sending and receiving messages, the spinal cord and brain work together to provide for movement and sensation.
Medical News Today explains that spinal cord injury is either complete or incomplete. A complete injury means there is no movement or sensation below the point of injury. An incomplete injury means there is some movement or sensation below the point of injury.
The long-term effects of a spinal cord injury can include:
- Muscle spasms
- Mild to severe pain
- Difficulty breathing
- Loss of bowel or bladder function
- Loss of sexual function
In addition to the effects on your body, this type of serious injury can also impact your mental health. According to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, as many as one in five patients experience depression as a result of their spinal cord injury.
The physical and emotional pain of your injury can plague you throughout your lifetime. When you experience a spinal cord injury that is the fault of another, even partially, you have the right to seek justice. Our personal injury lawyers can help you explore your legal options for pursuing compensation for your damages.
Possible Compensation You May Recover
A spinal cord injury can result in catastrophic injuries that cause lifelong pain, disabling physical or mental injuries, a mountain of medical bills, and may prevent you from being able to work.
While each case is unique, the types of compensation you may generally be entitled to include:
- Pain and suffering (physical and emotional)
- Future pain and suffering if injuries are permanent
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Mental anguish
- Past and future medical bills
- Ongoing costs (rehabilitation, therapy, medical equipment, home modifications, prescriptions)
- Lost wages (past and future)
- Loss of pension benefits
- Other out-of-pocket expenses related to the injury
Let Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP Help You Fight for Justice
Whether your spinal cord injury was the result of a motor vehicle accident, construction worksite accident, premises slip or trip and fall, or other traumatic event, the best way for you to protect your rights is to hire a dedicated and experienced team of lawyers like those at Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP. Since 1988 we have been fighting for injury victims just like you and ensuring that they obtain the financial compensation they deserve. Don’t delay. There are time limitations for you to file a claim for compensation. If you fail to file your claim within the deadline, you may be forever barred from receiving compensation.
The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can begin to investigate the facts and circumstances of your accident, secure evidence, and begin to build a strong claim on your behalf. Our consultation is free and if we agree to accept your case, you will not be required to pay us any money upfront. We only get paid a legal fee if you receive compensation. Call us today at (212) 732-2929.
Until you meet with our lawyers, protect yourself by following this simple advice:
- Call the police and request an incident report
- Gather witness contact information
- Take photographs if possible
- Avoid speaking with representatives from the at-fault party
- Do not negotiate settlements without an attorney
- Refrain from posting about the incident on social media
- Seek immediate medical attention
- Follow all medical advice and retain records
When you hire the lawyers at Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP we will take on the burden of investigating and building a strong case for you while you can focus on your own recovery.
A spinal cord injury affects more than just the spine. It can be a devastating injury that turns your world upside down. You don’t have to deal with your injuries alone. Our lawyers are here to help.
Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP has obtained over $500 Million for our clients. We serve the New York City metropolitan area, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Staten Island, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties.
Our experienced personal injury lawyers have supported clients through cases involving auto accidents, construction accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and additional claims.
