Spinal cord injuries or SCIs can have different outcomes depending on the location and severity of the injury. All spinal cord injuries should be taken seriously; however, some have much more lasting and long-term impacts on daily life than others. Spinal Cord Basics The spinal cord is a long column of nerve tissue that runs … Read more
Spinal cord injuries or SCIs are some of the most devastating types of personal injury, leading frequently to life-long complications. SCIs should always be taken seriously, as even minor ones can lead to permanent damage. It is very important for victims of SCIs to understand their rights and seek compensation for their injuries, as many … Read more
Statistics tell us that millions of people are treated annually in hospital emergency rooms for injuries related to falls. Back injuries, in particular, are especially common. If you experience a back injury because of someone else’s negligence, you could be entitled to compensation for medical treatment, lost wages, and other associated costs. In this issue, … Read more
A woman who suffered a horrific spinal injury in an auto crash has recently been awarded a $71 million jury verdict. In this issue, we’ll talk about what happened in the crash and about spine injuries in general. The Case At A Glance The woman was a passenger in a vehicle driven by a friend … Read more
A woman who required surgery for the spinal injuries she sustained in a car accident has settled her case for $1 million. In this issue, we’ll share the specifics of the woman’s case, and talk about spinal injuries in general. Why did the woman settle for $1 million? While she was driving westbound on an … Read more
A car wreck that involved spinal cord and cervical injuries has led to a $52 million award – the largest personal injury award in Colorado history.
As the victim was riding in her 1994 Honda Civic, another driver attempted a U-turn and drove across the median before crashing into the victim’s car. The Civic rolled multiple times, causing the woman to suffer the spinal cord and cervical injuries.
A lawn care worker paralyzed from spinal injuries after being thrown from a pickup truck has settled claims with several corporate defendants for over $26 million. Here’s What Happened Working for lawn care company TruGreen, the victim went off a road during a rain storm in a pickup truck owned by the company. Just 28-years-old … Read more
A man who suffered a host of injuries – including a fracture to his spine – after falling nearly two stories has settled his lawsuit for $4.5 million. The Case at a Glance During a visit to his friend’s apartment two years ago, the victim was leaning against a balcony railing and actually felt the … Read more
A new study presented at the November 2014 Society for Neuroscience convention holds promise that patients with severe spinal cord injuries may be able to breathe on their own without the help of a ventilator. This research represents a large step forward in efforts to reverse damage that is caused to the muscles of the … Read more