Serious Injury Paralysis Cases
Automobile collisions often cause serious spinal cord injuries. If the trauma suffered by the victim is severe enough it can cause either temporary or permanent paralysis. Studies have indicated that as many as fifty-five percent (55%) of all paralysis cases typically result from some type of collision involving a motor vehicle, usually a truck, motorcycle or car.
The types of spinal cord injuries we have seen in our personal injury practice include automobile accidents associated with vehicular rollovers and roof crushing. When a rollover accident causes roof crush, passenger space is depleted which contorts the victims into positions that put stress onto the spinal cord, in some cases causing paralysis. While we have seen paralysis resulting from work accidents, sport accidents, and other activities, the majority of the clients we have represented who have suffered this type of terrible injury are those involved in tractor-trailer and very serious car collisions.
Because paralysis is life altering, as is true of any other serious injury or wrongful death case, it is necessary that competent counsel be engaged as quickly as possible. If there is third party liability, investigation of the facts while they are fresh is crucial. If too much time elapses, it may be difficult to establish third party liability. Moreover, key evidence can disappear and crucial fact witnesses can be difficult to locate. While the victim and his or her family are oftentimes overwhelmed by the initial medical problems associated with these conditions, family members should remember that the long term sequelae of traumatically induced paralysis is best addressed by a prompt and thorough investigation of the facts that lead to that condition. If long term effects of the incident are to be addressed, such as, long term lost wages, permanent disabilities and long term future medical costs, the best way to do so is by insuring that a prompt and thorough investigation is undertaken by competent counsel experienced in such case. Finch McCranie, LLP has the experience to handle these issues and has a reputation of doing so professionally, competently and thoroughly.
