San Diego Spinal Cord Injury Attorney

Understanding Accidents Causing Spine Injuries 

The spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that extends from the base of the brain down below the waist. It is responsible for sending information to and from the brain and the rest of the body. These delicate nerves are protected by a series of thirty-three ring-shaped bones, vertebrae. Any damage to the vertebrae will usually result in damage to the nerves as well. Unfortunately, the nerves in the spinal cord do not regenerate, making a spinal cord injury one of the worst a person can suffer.

Spinal injuries are caused by a variety of reasons. Auto accidents are the leading cause of this catastrophic injury because the sudden impact that occurs in a car accident frequently results in whiplash, spinal compression or spinal fracture. Sports injuries, bicycle and truck accidents, gunshot wounds and violent attacks are other causes of spinal injuries.

Living with a Spinal Injury

A severe spinal injury can lead to constant pain and suffering or even paralysis. Paraplegia is the paralysis of the lower half of the body. Quadriplegia is the paralysis of the entire body below the neck. With either condition, the injured will need life-long medical treatment as well as medical equipment to assist with breathing and other bodily functions.

If you or a loved one is living with a spinal injury due to an accident or the negligence of another person, contact our law firm today. We are interested in helping you get the compensation that you need so you can pay for medical expenses, wage or job loss, and the emotional pain and anguish you may have suffered. We handle San Diego personal injury claims with honesty, integrity and professionalism.

For a free consultation, contact a San Diego spinal cord injury lawyer at our firm today.