Spinal Cord Injury
Attorney in Wilmington, North Carolina

Spinal cord injuries can be devastating. Sometimes, people need life-long medical care. Many people need 24-hour specialized care, special adaptations to their homes and cars, and many months and perhaps years of therapy and rehabilitation.

It is important to realize that any settlement or judgment must provide care for your lifetime. Some types of spinal cord injuries that my firm handles include:

• Paralysis

  • Quadriplegia (paralysis of all 4 limbs)

  • Paraplegia (paralysis of both legs)

  • Hemiplegia (paralysis on one side of the body)

• Nerve damage to the neck, mid-back, or low back

• Bulging or herniated discs

• Chronic pain

• Loss of bladder and bowel function

• Psychological effects such as depression

Monetary Damages Available to Those With Spinal Cord Injuries

• Compensatory damages

• Past and future medical expenses

• Compensation for lost wages past and future

• Damages for pain and suffering past and future

• Costs associated with vocational and physical rehabilitation

• Adaptation to homes, vehicles, and lifestyles

• Punitive damages to punish reckless drivers and trucking companies

My firm works with you to maximize your recovery following a spinal cord injury. We offer our clients a free initial consultation, and work on a contingency fee basis.