A spinal cord injury occurs when there is damage to the nerves in the spinal cord region. The spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that starts at the base of the brain and runs down the back. The spinal cord is segmented, and it sends signals to the brain that controls movement in the body. In this country, nearly 200,000 people live with a spinal cord injury, with an estimated annual cost of $10 billion dollars for the medical care alone.

Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer

A spinal cord injury occurs when there is damage to the nerves in the spinal cord region. The spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that starts at the base of the brain and runs down the back. The spinal cord is segmented, and it sends signals to the brain that controls movement in the body. In this country, nearly 200,000 people live with a spinal cord injury, with an estimated annual cost of $10 billion dollars for the medical care alone. While car accidents are the main cause of a majority of spinal cord injuries, other causes include slip and falls, sports or job injuries, gunshot and knife wounds, and various diseases.

Every spinal cord injury is different. The amount of damage related to a spinal cord injury depends on the severity of the injury, which part of the spinal cord is injured, and whether the nerves are permanently damaged. In serious cases, a spinal cord injury can result in total paralysis, called quadriplegia, or paralysis of the lower limbs, called paraplegia. In other cases, there can be complications with bladder and bowel control, reduced control of body temperature, inability to regulate blood pressure, respiratory problems and chronic pain. If you are a loved one has been the victim of a spinal cord injury, you may be entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, medical bills, and loss of income. Please consult with an experienced spinal cord injury attorney immediately, and remember that any delays may negatively affect your case. At the law office of Thomas L. Young, we will find you a qualified spinal cord injury lawyer to evaluate your claim and protect your legal rights.

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