Louisville Spinal Cord Injury Attorney

Personal Injury Law Firm Representing Accident Victims with Spinal Injuries in Kentucky

Damage to the spinal cord often leads to permanent changes in strength, sensation, and even bodily function below the site of the injury. Living with a spinal cord injury can be life altering, affecting victims physically, financially, and emotionally. Securing fair compensation is essential after such a serious injury, and working with a skilled Louisville spinal cord injury attorney can make a meaningful difference in your recovery. Dolt, Thompson, Shepherd, Conway & Stanton, PSC is here to help you pursue the justice and compensation you deserve with experienced guidance and a dedicated legal team.

Contact our firm today at (502) 244-7772 for a free case evaluation. We have served all of Kentucky since 1986 and are ready to see how we can protect your interests with legal counsel and extensive legal experience.

Common Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injuries have various causes. All involve some sort of physical trauma, such as a blow, sudden impact, or unnatural twisting of the spine, that damages the nerves responsible for transmitting signals to and from the brain and the rest of the body. The location and severity of such trauma will dictate whether a person suffers from paraplegia (affecting the legs/lower half of the body) or quadriplegia (the entire body below the neck), and to what degree.

According to The National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, the most common and leading cause of spine injuries are:

• Vehicle accidents
• Falls
• Violent acts (primarily gunshots)
• Sports injuries

Complete vs. Incomplete Spine Injuries

Spinal cord injuries are divided into two categories: complete or incomplete.

• Incomplete: An incomplete spinal cord injury means there is still some function or sense of feeling below the location of the injury.
• Complete: With complete spinal cord injuries, the individual loses all function below the level of injury, including movement and sensation, which can be life-altering depending on the full extent of damage.

Types of Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injuries are categorized according the location of the injury on the spine:

• Cervical
• Thoracic
• Lumbar
• Sacral

Typically, the higher the injury is on the spinal column, the more severe the loss of function—up to and including partial or full paralysis. An injury that impacts the cervical area of the spine is likely to result in paralysis from the neck down, whereas a sacral spine injury is most likely to result in paraplegia. The catastrophic accident lawyers at Dolt, Thompson, Shepherd, Conway & Stanton, PSC have extensive experience and a thorough understanding of what is required to handle complex personal injury claims involving spinal cord injuries.

Holding The Responsible Party Liable for Your Spinal Cord Injury

If you have suffered a spinal cord injury because of another person or entity’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for your injury from the at-fault party. Your claim for compensation may be based on negligence, tort, or strict liability through legal action.

Negligence is the most common ground for seeking compensation in spinal cord injury cases (and in personal injury cases in general). Every person or entity has a duty to avoid acting in a way that causes harm to others. That duty involves thinking about any person who could be affected by our actions. For example, if a property is not well-maintained and has property damage, it is reasonably foreseeable that any person who is on the property could be harmed by the condition of the property. That puts a duty on property owners to maintain their property in good condition, take precautions to protect visitors to the property from harm, or warn visitors to the property about harmful conditions that may cause them harm. This is why, for instance, when you go into a store, you sometimes see “wet floor” caution signs, warning shoppers of possible danger.

We Handle Spinal Injury Claims Involving Car Accidents, Truck Accidents, and Other Causes of Trauma

When a person fails to meet their duty to others and that failure results in foreseeable harm to a foreseeable victim, the victim may be able to recover compensation from the negligent party for the injuries they suffer.

If you have suffered a spinal cord injury, there may be more than one party legally responsible for your injury due to another’s negligence. It is very important that all parties responsible are identified so that a claim can be made against them, so that they may be held accountable. A full investigation of your case will reveal all the parties that can be held legally responsible for your injury. The Louisville spinal cord injury lawyers at Dolt, Thompson, Shepherd, Conway & Stanton, PSC have the experience and resources to fully investigate your case and identify all the parties that should be held responsible for your case, and will demand justice. Our in-house medical staff assist in investigations and case preparation to ensure that your case has the necessary evidence to prove your claim, including medical records and testimony from medical experts.

How Much Compensation Can I Get for a Spinal Cord Injury in Louisville?

The value of the compensation that you can get will depend on different factors, primarily, the severity of your injury and the damages you suffered as a result, including medical expenses and long-term medical costs. Although it is not possible to predict the total value of your claim, a spinal cord injury attorney Louisville residents trust understands the law and what you are entitled to, and will ensure that your claim represents your total damages and full compensation. Your spinal cord injury may be so severe that it causes a complete change in your lifestyle, your ability to work in the profession you worked in before the injury, or your ability to contribute to your household in the same way as you used to. These are all non-economic damages that can be quantified with the help of economic experts.

Can a Louisville Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer Help Me Recover Fair Compensation for a Spine Injury?

If you or someone you love suffered a spinal cord injury because of someone else’s negligence, including in an auto accident or car accident situation, you may be entitled to financial compensation from the person or corporation that caused you harm. This compensation can ensure you receive the medical care and assistance you need for the rest of your life, including continued medical attention. Spinal cord injury victims will often require extensive medical treatment on a long-term basis, and hiring an experienced spinal cord injury lawyer Louisville can be essential for making sure they do not face undue financial strain.

Our Louisville, Kentucky spinal cord injury attorneys can represent you and help recover damages for your injuries, including:

• Medical bills for all forms of treatment, including surgeries and therapy
• Lost wages and loss of earning potential.
• Cost of in-home care and specialized equipment.
• Loss of quality of life and other negative impacts on your daily life
• Pain and suffering, including mental anguish and other common symptoms

Schedule a Free Case Evaluation with a Skilled Louisville Personal Injury Lawyer

No matter the circumstances surrounding your or your loved one’s injuries, including a related back injury, herniated discs, medical malpractice, or other spinal injuries, you can count on the knowledge and compassion of our personal injury lawyers. Our Louisville spinal cord injury lawyers provide experienced legal representation and pursue maximum compensation for each client after such an injury with the knowledge that we are building brighter futures after the most difficult times in a victim’s life.

Call (502) 244-7772 to speak with a Louisville spinal cord injury attorney at Dolt, Thompson, Shepherd, Conway & Stanton, PSC or contact us online to schedule your free consultation and legal rights today. We handle all spinal cord injury cases on a contingency-fee basis, which means that you only pay attorney fees if we win your case.