If you or a loved one has endured a spinal cord injury, a Spinal Cord Injury lawyer Longwood, FL victims trust at David & Philpot, P.L. can be of help during this difficult time. We first want to express our most sincere wishes that your recovery is fast and complete. If the spinal cord injury was at all partially due to another person’s actions, then you may want to consider meeting with us to hear about your options. You may be able to receive compensation for medical expenses, loss of earnings, property damage during the accident, rehabilitation and more.
Loved ones of a person with a spinal cord injury may be motivated to take action on behalf of their relative while they get the medical care they need. We are happy to work with both the victim and the victim’s family in pursuing justice for what happened.
Accidents Where Spinal Cord Injury Happens Most
Right now there are around a quarter million people in America living with an injury to their spinal cord. Spinal cord injuries include dislocations, fractures, compressed vertebrae, contusions, and other damage to lumbar, thoracic, cervical, coccygeal, or sacral areas of the spine. The main causes of these spinal cord injuries are listed below:
- Car accidents (in particular whiplash, which accounts for a large portion of spinal cord injuries)
- Workplace accidents (such as construction work, slipping and falling, unsafe environment, malfunctioning tools, etc.)
- Sports injuries
- Surgical or medical errors
- Acts of aggression or violence (primarily wounds due to gunshots or other criminal incidents)
Warning Signs for Spinal Cord Injury
If you suspect that you have a spinal cord injury, the time to act is now. A Spinal Cord Injury lawyer in Longwood, Florida strongly advises getting medical attention immediately. If you do not have health insurance and need help finding a place to treat you, we may be able to find a facility for you. It is important to remember that spinal cord injury symptoms may not present themselves right away, but will become more noticeable overtime. The best way to protect your health and best interests is by seeing a doctor right away. Common symptoms of spinal cord injuries include:
- Complete or partial paralysis of any part of the body
- Numbness in the extremities
- Loss of motor functions or coordination
- Loss of sensation or tingling in the fingers, feet, toes, or hands
- Weakness or pain in the back, neck, or head
Contact a Lawyer at David & Philpot, P.L. Now
Victims and their families are encouraged to call our office so that we can do a consultation. Once we have reviewed your case, we can let you know whether taking legal action could be the appropriate path for you. We understand that there may be so much to do and more than enough to handle, and we can help lighten the load for you and your family. We can handle the legal and paperwork side of things, so that the victim and their relatives can focus on treatment and recovery. Call David & Philpot, P.L. now to speak with a Florida Spinal Cord Injury lawyer in Longwood as soon as possible.
