Spinal cord injuries or SCIs can occur in a variety of situations, and the resulting damages can be short-term, long-term, or even permanent. Workplaces are a common environment in which SCIs occur, with risk factors varying from industry to industry. If you or a loved one suffered an SCI at work, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits in addition to filing a personal injury
Spinal cord injuries or “SCIs” make up some of the most severe injuries a person can experience. The reason for this is due largely to the amount of nerves connected to the spinal cord, and the widespread damage that can occur when the spine is injured. SCIs can result in long recovery times, chronic pain, loss of mobility, and even partial or full paralysis. The medical care and ongoing life care
Permanent disability or “total permanent disability” refers to any physical or mental condition that prevents an individual from working full-time and engaging with daily life activities on a permanent basis. Permanent disabilities can arise from a myriad of circumstances, including workplace injuries, birth injuries, service injuries, and vehicle accident injuries. People who
Catastrophic injuries are injuries that will go on to have a significant impact on the injured party’s life even after reaching their MMR or Maximum Medical Recovery. Catastrophic injuries may result in long-term or even permanent life changes, disabilities, loss of opportunities, and more, and can seriously impact not only the injured person but their loved ones as well. All of this and more will be
Catastrophic injuries differ from standard injuries in several ways but are typically marked by much longer recovery times, long-term and even permanent life changes, and more expensive damages including extensive medical bills, lost wages, and more. Catastrophic injuries can occur in a myriad of ways and often occur to a particularly vulnerable or important part of the body, such as the brain or spin
Back injuries can occur in a variety of ways and are particularly common in industries that require manual labor; construction workers, truck drivers, warehouse workers, and nurses are at particularly high risk of suffering a back injury in the course of their employment. Back injuries can vary widely in severity, but should always be assessed and treated by a medical professional as soon as possible.
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Complete spinal cord injuries (SCIs) occur when damage to the spinal cord results in a total loss of muscle function and sensation below the level of the injury. According to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, almost 50% of all SCIs are complete. However, incomplete SCIs are slightly more common and although they may result in the loss of certain muscle functions or sensation, do no
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) can be particularly catastrophic both for the injury victim and their family. Due to the nature of spinal cord injuries, the impact may be short or long-term, but generally involves a significant loss of mobility and in some cases paralysis and even death. Treatment and recovery for SCIs tends to be rigorous and expensive, so it’s important to explore your options for fi
Catastrophic injuries differ from run-of-the-mill injuries in several ways; one of the biggest differences is the need for continued care after a catastrophic injury. The effects of a catastrophic injury on a person’s life may be temporary or lifelong, and it is important that the likely duration of the injury be heavily considered when building a case. If you or a loved one suffered a catastrophic injury as the result of another party’s...
Spinal cord injuries (SCI) can be particularly severe, often resulting in expensive medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, and life care expenses. If you or a loved one have suffered a spinal cord injury, it is important to reach out to an attorney with experience handling SCI cases. The damages in an SCI case are particular, and it takes the help of expert resources to calculate the dama
Back injuries can be particularly debilitating. Whether it is a temporary back injury or a more serious injury to the spine, people suffering from any kind of back injury generally need to seek medical care and take time off work while their body recovers. This can present significant financial challenges, such as medical bills, lost wages, and more. If your back or spine injury occurred due to someone else’s negligent or intentional behavior,...
Personal injuries are considered catastrophic based not only on the severity of the injury itself but also on the damages which will need to be compensated in order to recover the victim’s quality of life. Catastrophic injury cases are often eligible for higher compensation to make up for past, present, and future medical costs as well as additional life care costs which might be necessary for recover
Spinal cord injuries (SCI) include any kind of damage to the spinal cord or nerves in the spinal canal. SCIs can be extremely dangerous with severe injuries resulting in paralysis and even death. The spine is one of the most sensitive parts of the human body, and very fragile. This is why it is important to exercise caution whenever engaging in work or an activity that could put the spine at partic
Las lesiones de la médula espinal (LME) tienden a ser graves y alteran la vida, y el proceso de recuperación puede ser agotador tanto financiera como emocionalmente. Volver a la vida cotidiana después de una LME puede ser una transición difícil. Volver a su antigua vida puede ser imposible, ya que muchas LME implican la pérdida parcial o incluso total de la movilidad, lo que podría afectar el tipo de trabajo que puede realizar, así como...
According to the Birth Injury Guide, approximately 1 in every 9,714 people in the United States are born with a birth injury. It is thought that nearly 50% of all birth injuries are potentially avoidable by identification and planning for obstetrical risk factors, indicating that 50% of all birth injuries occur due to
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) tend to be severe and life-altering, and the recovery process can be grueling both financially and emotionally. Returning to everyday life after an SCI can be a difficult transition. Returning to your old life may be impossible as many SCIs involve the partial or even total loss of mobility, which could affect the type of job you are able to work as well as the daily act
Many work injuries are minor, quickly treatable and result in full recoveries. But even if you work a generally “safe” job, like working in an office, there is still potential to suffer permanent injuries that lead to significant disability and reduced capacity for work.
Fortunately, the workers’ compensation system is built to help even those who suffer permanent work injuries to move on with life.
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In personal injury law, non-economic damages are costs that have no direct corollary to expenses, or bills, or property damages that would require repair or replacement. Instead, they refer to damages and losses that are harder to put a price on.
Compensation for Your Non-Financial Losses
First, let’s start by defining economic damages. These are pretty straightforward components of a
It is common to hear the term "pain and suffering" in personal injury cases, and many people seek to include it with their compensation for medical costs. Unfortunately, "pain and suffering" has come to be associated with exaggerated claims, and some individuals tend to roll their eyes and minimize actual struggles that warrant the claims. Because of this, it is vital that you do whatever you must to prove your pain and suffering to the court...
We purchase insurance to protect ourselves in case we get hurt or if our property becomes damaged. Is your insurance company really looking out for your best interest? If you believe they aren’t being fair to you and actually just looking for reasons to shortchange you, that means you may be dealing with an insurance company that is acting in bad faith. Companies that choose to behave like this against their policyholder rather than honestly...
Medical malpractice cases are more common than many people think. In fact, medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the United States according to a recent John Hopkins study, and that isn't even counting all of the injuries. This isn't the most comforting thought, but it is still important to be aware of. Knowing this information can prove very valuable if a patient is harmed and even killed from improper medical care. If you...
