San Diego Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer

Injuries to the spinal cord are some of the most challenging and complex medical cases. The spine being part of the central nervous system means that any trauma can be life-changing in the worst way. The experienced personal injury lawyers of the Mova Law Group know what effects this damage can have on your life. We want to tell you that you do have legal options you can pursue.

Spinal cord trauma doesn’t just happen on its own over time. It is always the result of an outside force impacting your vertebrae. If this injury occurred due to negligence or reckless behavior of another party, you could seek much-needed financial compensation in the form of a personal injury claim. We want to help you get back control of your life. The first move to make is to contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your case. You can reach our San Diego office through the contact form on this website or by calling (858)900-9911 to speak with a professional 24/7.

Yes, whiplash is a spinal cord injury, though it’s mild. Mild SCIs can have severe side effects, much like a concussion.

Whiplash is also called cervical hyperextension and affects the neck region of the spine. Injuries of this type occur due to a jolting or jerking force, so these often occur in car accidents.

Severe cases of whiplash can result in discomfort, pain, numbness, and stiffness. See a doctor immediately if you are in a car accident and there is a chance you suffered whiplash. The side effects can mean you need to take time off from work. Don’t let employers or insurance companies downplay the severity of your injuries. Instead, our personal injury law firm can help you document any medical costs and visits you may require in case of a future spinal cord injury lawsuit. Contact us today for legal representation: Call (858)900-9911 or fill out the contact form on the website.

Like brain injuries, some spinal cord injuries only appear sometimes after an accident. They will not always be as apparent as a broken limb. If you or a loved one have been in a motor vehicle accident, for example, keep an eye out for signs that you might have an SCI.

Signs of injury to the spine will vary in every case, but some common symptoms appear throughout the body:

• Tingling or loss of feeling in extremities – hands, fingers, feet, toes.
• Numbness.
• Pain or weakness in the head, neck, or back.
• Loss of motor function or coordination.
• Partial or complete paralysis.

Experience of any one or more of the above symptoms could suggest damage to the spine, and you should see a doctor immediately. Mova Law Group works with the top medical professionals and can refer you to one if you need medical care. These doctors can also testify regarding your injuries if required. A personal injury claim will likely need a record of your diagnosis and medical treatment for compensation from the insurance companies.

Make our team of personal injury attorneys your second call, and we will work with your healthcare team from the start to get you the settlement you will need for the future.

There are about 17,000 new SCIs reported in the United States each year. The common causes of spinal cord injuries in California are:

• Auto accidents are the number one cause of SCIs in people aged 16-30, most male (80%). This category includes Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, and pedestrian accidents with cars. Anything involving a motor vehicle makes up over a third of the incidents yearly.
• Slip and fall accidents are the number one cause of SCIs in people over 65. Falls make up another third of yearly reported SCIs.
• Assaults – Acts of violence can involve sharp or blunt force trauma, but gunshot wounds are the most common.
• Sports injuries – Much like concussions, athletes in high-impact sports can find themselves experiencing repeated trauma to the spinal column. Over 90% of the individuals reporting sport-related SCIs are male.
• Medical malpractice and error comprise about 5% of the total SCIs annually and are often surgical errors.

Mova Law Group of San Diego is well-versed in the above practice areas. We are a resource for spinal cord injury victims to get the financial compensation they need. If you would like legal advice on filing a personal injury lawsuit and against whom, our legal team will meet with you to discuss the details. We will come to you if that is easier for you.

Mova Law Group has seen serious spinal cord injuries, and this experience can come in handy. As a spinal cord injury victim, the realities of your new situation are likely overwhelming. A full recovery is not expected in severe spinal cord injuries, and you must make considerable adjustments to your life. As we work together on your spinal cord injury claim, we can advise you on possible scenarios to expect or at least include in your budget.

No matter the severity of your SCI, you can expect to incur certain losses and costs. Some of the areas where you might seek compensation include:

• Medical bills – These can be astronomical in spinal cord injury cases. You may require a hospital stay, lengthy rehabilitation, treatment from specialists, diagnostic tests, and prescription drugs.
• Lost wages and benefits – If your SCI means you require time off work, that is money you can’t get back that could have gone to cover medical expenses.
• Loss of earning capacity – Losing the ability to walk or use limbs can render you jobless permanently. Your household may become single- or no-income, and medical bills might pile up. You may lose health insurance coverage as a result.
• Equipment and treatments for injuries – You may need to use a wheelchair following your injury. Your living space would need to be wheelchair accessible, which would cost money. If you rent, you might face moving if you need to change the room.
• Pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
• Loss of relationships.
• Catastrophic injury – The loss of use or feeling in parts or all of your body is a significant loss to handle.
• Lowered quality of life.

Life expectancy for SCI victims lowers with the severity of their injury due to complicated medical issues related to complete spinal cord injuries and the cost of staying alive. In severe cases of quadriplegia, victims may have lengthy hospital stays due to complications of their injuries. You have to monitor breathing and digestion as they can become problems.

Some SCIs are estimated to cost a victim over $1 million in total, with paraplegia and quadriplegia being much more expensive with all the medical expenses. Our personal injury lawyers can examine your case and create an appropriate compensation estimate that considers present and future circumstances.