Virginia Spinal Cord Injury Attorney
Spinal Cord Injury Claims in Northern Virginia
In any given year, it is estimated that more than 11,000 people suffer a spinal cord injury in the United States. The spinal cord is a large group of nerves that runs from the base of the brain and down the back. The nerves are protected within the vertebrae and a spinal injury generally occurs when the vertebrae are injured and impact the nerves. A sudden blow or a dislocation of the vertebrae can cause serious injury. Spinal cord injuries can result in loss of mobility, loss of sensation and paralysis, either paraplegia or quadriplegia.
A spinal cord injury can affect the rest of your life and require very expensive and ongoing medical care and treatment, as well as resulting in a life that has been forever altered. If you have suffered a spinal cord injury due to an accident where negligence was involved, it is very important that you contact a Virginia personal injury attorney right away.
The leading cause of spinal cord injuries is automobile accidents. Car accidents,
motorcycle accidents, or
truck accidents account for nearly half of all spinal cord injuries across the country.
Slip and fall accidents account for almost a quarter of spinal injuries. The sad truth is that most spinal cord injuries could have been avoided had another person exercised care for the safety of others. If you or a loved one is facing the challenges of a spinal cord injury, Howard, Morrison, Ross and Whelan can help you to determine the best course of action in pursuing compensation. Our skilled and experienced group of lawyers is well-versed in accident cases and can stand with you and your family through this difficult time and fight for maximum compensation.
Spinal Cord Injury Attorney serving Northern Virginia
When you or someone you love has suffered a spinal cord injury, your world can be turned upside down. The physical and emotional trauma is a terrible burden and a promising future can suddenly become uncertain. The medical bills, lost wages and long term medical needs can cause a financial stain that is overwhelming. Our compassionate team of accomplished attorneys understands what you are going through. Since our proven firm first opened its doors in 1923 under T. Brooke Howard, we have been proudly assisting accident victims seek the compensation they need to move forward with their lives.
Contact a Virginia personal injury lawyer from our caring firm to assist you in seeking maximum compensation when you or a loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury.