What is a Spinal Injury?

Chicago spinal cord injury lawyers

The Chicago spinal cord injury lawyers of Phillips Law Offices have been assisting clients suffering from spinal cord injuries for over 65 years.

Spinal cord injury is damage to the spinal cord that results in full or partial loss of motor control and sensation, leaving victims paralyzed in the lower parts of the body (paraplegic) or in all four limbs (quadriplegic).

It can happen to anyone at any time, and it can dramatically change the life of the victim, and his or her family. Since the spinal cord is responsible for a wide array of bodily functions such as breathing, body temperature, bladder, and sexual functioning, accident victims can suffer a number of permanent and serious health problems.

Most victims typically need complex lifelong medical care. More seriously injured victims may need long-term help with the activities of daily life. And those who are too injured to work may need financial support for the rest of their lives.

If you or someone you love sustained a spinal cord injury due to the carelessness of someone else, you should contact a Chicago spinal injury attorney for expert advice.

Common causes of Chicago spinal cord injury

Some of the most common causes of spinal cord injuries are:

In addition, spinal cord injuries can be caused by:

• Negligence or by errors that occur during risky surgical procedures involving the back and the neck
• Defective products such as faulty seatbelts or airbags
• Contributory and comparative negligence where the carelessness of the injured person contributed to the accident
• Risky or dangerous activity such as bungee jumping or skiing

Compensation in Chicago spinal cord injury cases

Monetary awards in spinal cord injury cases are designed to compensate the victim for the loss caused by the accident and injury. Damages typically include compensation that goes above and beyond reimbursement for incurred medical expenses, in addition to pain and suffering. Since a spinal cord injury can have permanent and life-altering effects, a damages award can also include compensation for things such as ongoing health care and rehabilitation, the cost of assistive devices (i.e., motorized wheelchairs), and modifications to the home of the injury victim (i.e., access ramps and stair lifts).

If you suffered a spinal cord injury as a result of the negligence of someone else, you should contact a Chicago spinal cord injury attorney to discuss your options.

Serving injured individuals and families in Illinois for over 65 years

If you or a family member have been in an accident and suffered a spinal cord injury, you may be able to file a lawsuit and get compensation for your injuries and losses. The Chicago spinal injury attorneys at Phillips Law Offices offer quality and comprehensive legal services to the injured and their families throughout Illinois. Call (312) 470-6761, or contact us online today for a free consultation with one of our attorneys about your case.