Spinal Cord Accident and Back Injury Lawyers in Texas
Neck, Back, and Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys Serving Clients Nationwide From Our Texas Offices in Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Austin, and Dallas
Have you or someone you love suffered a spinal cord or back injury in an accident? Having an experienced spinal cord injury attorney by your side is crucial. At Thomas J. Henry Law, our dedicated team specializes in handling complex spinal cord and back injury cases, ensuring your rights are protected and you receive the compensation you deserve.
We understand the profound impact these injuries can have on your life, from physical limitations to financial burdens and emotional distress. Our mission is to provide unwavering support and expert legal guidance throughout your recovery.
Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are serious medical conditions that result from trauma to the spinal cord, often leading to loss of function, sensation, or mobility. SCIs are typically classified as:
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Complete Injury: Total loss of function below the injury site.
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Incomplete Injury: Partial preservation of movement or sensation.
Common causes of spinal cord injuries include:
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Sports injuries
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Acts of violence, such as assaults
The severity of SCIs depends on the location and extent of the injury. Understanding these factors can help reduce risks and encourage informed decision-making.
The immediate effects of a spinal cord injury can be overwhelming, including loss of mobility, chronic pain, and challenges with daily activities. Long-term complications may include respiratory issues, muscle spasms, and emotional distress. Given the significant impact of these injuries, seeking guidance from experienced back injury lawyers is essential. Our attorneys will manage your legal concerns, ensuring you secure the resources needed for your recovery.
Why Choose Thomas J. Henry Law?
Our firm is committed to supporting spinal cord injury victims. With decades of experience in personal injury law, we recognize the unique struggles you face, including costly medical bills and emotional hardship. Our legal team leverages extensive knowledge to pursue the compensation you need to move forward.
At Thomas J. Henry Law, we tailor our legal strategies to suit your individual circumstances. By taking the time to understand your story, we create a customized plan that aligns with your goals. This client-focused approach distinguishes us in the legal field.
Our proven track record speaks for itself. We have successfully represented numerous spinal cord injury victims, earning their trust through dedicated advocacy and consistent results. When you partner with Thomas J. Henry Law, you gain a powerful legal ally who will fight tirelessly for the justice you deserve.
Pursuing Compensation for Your Back Injuries
Victims of spinal cord injuries may be eligible to recover various types of compensation, including:
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Economic Damages: Medical bills, rehabilitation costs, and lost wages.
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Non-Economic Damages: Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
Determining appropriate compensation requires a comprehensive evaluation of both immediate and long-term financial needs. Our attorneys carefully assess the severity of your injury, the duration of your recovery, and the overall impact on your life to build a strong case for maximum compensation.
Maintaining accurate documentation is critical for supporting your claim. Keep detailed records of medical treatments, invoices, and proof of lost income. These records are vital when negotiating with insurance companies or presenting your case in court. At Thomas J. Henry Law, we will help you organize and present this documentation effectively to strengthen your claim.
Protecting Your Rights After a Spinal Cord Injury
Taking immediate action following a spinal cord injury is crucial. To protect your rights:
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Seek medical attention immediately, even if your symptoms seem minor.
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Document your injuries and the accident scene with photos and witness statements.
Understanding liability and negligence is vital in spinal injury cases. Liability refers to the legal responsibility of the party at fault, while negligence involves failure to act with reasonable care. Our experienced spinal cord injury lawyers have the knowledge to analyze these complex elements and establish fault on your behalf.
Insurance companies often attempt to minimize claims or deny coverage altogether. Our legal team is prepared to manage these negotiations, ensuring your rights are upheld. We will handle all communications with insurance representatives so you can focus on your recovery while we fight for your compensation.
How Thomas J. Henry Law Can Help
At Thomas J. Henry Law, we understand the challenges spinal cord injury victims face. That’s why we offer free consultations and case evaluations. During this initial meeting, our dedicated attorneys will listen to your story, assess your case, and provide honest advice about your legal options.
Navigating spinal cord injury claims can be complex, especially when dealing with insurance companies and legal procedures. Our team will guide you through each step of the process, ensuring you feel informed and supported. By handling the legal aspects of your claim, we allow you to focus on healing and rebuilding your life.
Whether through negotiation or litigation, our attorneys are fierce advocates for your rights. We are dedicated to securing compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. With extensive experience in spinal cord injury cases, we are prepared to take your case to trial if necessary to achieve the best possible outcome.
Contact Thomas J. Henry Law for Your Free Case Evaluation
If you or a loved one has sustained a spinal cord or back injury, don’t wait to seek legal help. Contact Thomas J. Henry Law today by phone, email, or through our website form. Our team is available 24/7 to answer your questions and guide you through the legal process.
During your free consultation, we will review your case with compassion and provide clear, honest advice on your options. Acting quickly is crucial, as evidence can be lost and legal deadlines may affect your case. Reach out to Thomas J. Henry Law today to begin your journey toward justice and recovery.
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Your Spinal Cord Injury Questions Answered
We have straight answers to difficult questions to help you make critical decisions, navigate legal process and help you get justice.
Following a spinal injury, there are always more questions than answers. At Thomas J. Henry, we’re here to answer any questions you have about your injury case.
Do All Spine Injuries Result in Paralysis?
Significant spinal cord injuries can result in paralysis, either temporary or permanent. The degree of paralysis that can result from a spinal cord injury is in large part the result of where on the spinal cord the injury occurred. Trauma to the neck, known as the cervical spine area, can result in the most severe level of spinal injury. Trauma to the upper spine area can result in quadriplegia, leaving the victim unable to move the arms or legs. Loss of bowel and bladder control, even respiratory issues, can result from such a severe injury. Severe spinal injuries in the mid to lower back, the thoracic or lumbar regions, can result in paraplegia, leaving the victim wheelchair-bound, unable to walk.
What are the Most Common Causes of Spine Injuries?
Car accidents are at the top of the list of causes of spinal injuries. Beyond vehicle occupants, pedestrians are also frequently involved in motor vehicle accidents and can also suffer serious spinal injuries. In this new age of distracted pedestrians, this type of spinal cord injury victim is on the rise. Another cause of many spinal cord injuries had nothing to do with motor vehicles; the well-known slip and fall injury. Significant spinal cord damage can result from such falls.
Can Any Attorney Handle a Texas Spinal Injury Case?
An injury to any part of the spinal cord can disrupt the function of the back and body as a whole, resulting in chronic pain, disability, and even paralysis. Further, the full extent of a spinal injury may not be immediately evident. Having an attorney who truly understands spinal injuries can help ensure you receive the medical attention you need and the financial compensation you deserve.
If you or a loved one has suffered a spinal injury due to the negligence of another, it is essential that you hire a personal injury attorney that is familiar with spinal cord injuries and understands just how catastrophic a spinal injury is.
Thomas J. Henry has handled numerous spinal injury cases over the past 25 years and in handling those cases, we have built a network of spinal injury experts who can investigate and explain the extent of your injuries. This includes explaining how your injury occurred, how your injury has impacted your quality of life, and how much your injury will cost you.
What Other Problems Can Spinal Injuries Lead To?
Although spinal cord injuries can occur without causing paralysis, symptoms can have a devastating impact on a person’s quality of life. Beyond paralysis, spinal cord injuries are associated with other serious health complications, including:
- Respiratory problems
- Bladder control
- Blood circulation issues
- Persistent pain
- Depression
In some cases, spinal cord injuries can even result in death. Damage to the high cervical nerves (C1 – C4) result in ventilation dependency or coma and are usually fatal.
How Does the Location of a Spinal Injury Affect Paralysis?
When loss of function or sensation occurs, it occurs beneath the highest vertebrae to suffer significant damage. This is because the paralyzing injury effectively blocks or breaks the signal being sent by the brain down the spinal cord.
Typically, paralysis will be defined as:
Tetraplegia (Quadriplegia): Severe spinal injuries to the cervical spinal cord (C1-C8 vertebrae) that result in varying degrees of paralysis in all limbs. In addition to limb paralysis, tetraplegia can result in difficulties with bladder and bowel control, respiration, and other essential and routine bodily functions. Generally, the higher on the cervical spinal cord occurs, the greater the loss of sensation and function.
Paraplegia: Injuries to the thoracic spinal cord (T1-T12 vertebrae) which results in loss of sensation and movement in the lower half of the body, including the legs. As with cervical spinal cord injuries, the severity of the injury is greater when they occur closer to the top thoracic vertebra.
Triplegia: Injuries the result in loss of sensation and movement in one arm and both legs. Triplegia is generally the product of an incomplete spinal cord injury.
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We help clients across the U.S. with all types of injury cases, including vehicle accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, product recalls, pharmaceutical cases, mass tort, and more.
Thomas J. Henry offers a “No Fee Promise.” We work on a contingency fee basis which means you do not pay our firm any fees unless and until we win your case. Learn more.
If you’ve been hurt, you may have a damaged vehicle or be unable to work. We can help get you a rental car if your vehicle is damaged and even advance money on qualified cases.
We are committed to your complete recovery. We will work with you to ensure you receive the necessary medical treatment and support for your healing journey.
If you’ve been hurt, you may not be able to come into our offices to speak to an attorney. Don’t worry, we will come to you wherever you are – at home, work, or hospital.
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