Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers

A spinal cord injury can change everything in an instant. You may not be able to walk, work, or care for your family the way you used to. While medical bills pile up, insurance companies are already working to pay you as little as possible.

That is why you need a spinal cord injury lawyer who will fight back against greedy insurance companies. DM Injury Law has helped thousands of people with back and neck injuries recover compensation for this traumatic accident.

Contact us today to schedule your free consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you will pay us nothing.

Why Choose DM Injury Law for Your Spinal Cord Injury Claim?

When you are dealing with a life-changing injury, you need more than just a lawyer; you need a whole team that knows how to win. Here is what sets DM Injury Law apart from other law firms:

Over $1 Billion Secured for Clients

We have a long track record of getting real results for real people. Our firm has recovered over $1 billion in compensation for injured clients and their families. See our successful case results and find out what we have done for clients in situations like yours.

Free Consultations & No Fee Unless We Win

Money should never stop you from getting legal help. That is why we offer completely free consultations. You can talk to us, tell us what happened, and learn your rights, at no cost to you.

We also work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay us nothing up front or out of pocket. We only get paid when we win your case. If we do not win, you owe us nothing.

A Team of Legal Experts

When you hire DM Injury Law, you do not just get one attorney. You get an entire team of legal experts working on your case. Our attorneys are supported by investigators, medical record specialists, and dedicated case managers. They gather evidence, organize your medical records, and answer your calls every step of the way.

Types of Spinal Cord Injuries

The spinal cord is the main path of nerves that runs from your brain down your back. When it is damaged, the signals between your brain and body are disrupted or cut off entirely. The results can be devastating.

There are two main categories of spinal cord injuries:

• Complete Spinal Cord Injuries: This means there is a total loss of all sensory and motor function below the level of the injury. The signals from the brain cannot reach the parts of the body below the injury site. This results in complete paralysis and lack of sensation.
• Incomplete Spinal Cord Injuries: In this type of injury, the spinal cord is only partially damaged. Some nerve signals can still travel between the brain and the body. This means you may retain some sensation or have limited movement below the injury site. The extent of feeling and movement varies greatly from person to person, depending on the severity and location of the damage.

These injuries are also grouped by where on the spine they happen:

• Cervical (Neck) Injuries: These are the most severe. They can cause paralysis in the arms, hands, chest, legs, and feet, a condition called quadriplegia or tetraplegia. Patients often need help breathing and around-the-clock care.
• Thoracic (Mid-Back) Injuries: These typically affect the chest, stomach, and legs, causing paraplegia, the loss of movement in the lower half of the body.
• Lumbar and Sacral (Lower Back) Injuries: These can cause loss of function in the hips, legs, and bladder.

No matter what type of spinal cord injury you have suffered, a spinal cord injury attorney at DM Injury Law is ready to fight for you. We also handle closely related paralysis injury cases and other catastrophic injuries.

Common Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injuries are most often caused by sudden, violent events. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC), vehicle crashes and falls are among the most common causes of traumatic spinal cord injuries in the United States.

At DM Injury Law, our spinal cord injury attorneys handle cases involving:

• Car Accidents: High-speed crashes are a leading cause of spine injuries. Rear-end collisions, head-on crashes, and rollovers can all cause catastrophic spinal damage.
• Truck Accidents: A collision with a commercial truck can crush the spine and cause permanent paralysis.
• Motorcycle Accidents: Riders have almost no protection in a crash. Being thrown from a motorcycle at speed can snap the spinal cord instantly.
• Slip & Fall Accidents: Falling from a height, down stairs, or on a slippery floor can cause serious spinal injuries, especially in older adults.
• Workplace Accidents: Falls off scaffolding, being struck by heavy equipment, or being crushed by machinery can all cause severe spine damage.
• Surgical Errors: A doctor's mistake during a procedure near the spine can cause irreversible nerve damage.

If someone else's carelessness caused your injury, you have the right to seek compensation. DM Injury Law will investigate what happened and hold the right people accountable. Schedule your free consultation today to get started.

How a Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer Can Help You

After a spinal cord injury, you are focused on healing and figuring out your next steps. The last thing you need is to battle an insurance company on your own. Insurance companies have teams of lawyers working to reduce what they pay you. You need someone equally powerful in your corner.

Here is how our spinal cord injury lawyers help you:

• Investigate Your Case: We find out exactly what happened, who caused it, and how to prove it. Our investigators gather evidence quickly before it disappears.
• Handle All Paperwork: We deal with the insurance company, the courts, and every legal document, so you do not have to.
• Calculate the True Cost of Your Injury: Spinal cord injuries often require lifelong care. We account for every future expense, not just your current bills.
• Negotiate Aggressively: We push hard for the maximum amount of money you deserve. We will not accept lowball offers.
• Take Your Case to Court if Needed: If the insurance company refuses to pay fairly, we are prepared to go to trial and fight for you in front of a judge and jury.

Compensation Available to Spine Injury Victims

Spinal cord injuries can cost hundreds of thousands, or even millions, of dollars over a lifetime. The responsible party should be the one paying for it, not you or your family. Our spinal cord injury lawyers fight to recover a settlement check or verdict that accounts for every dollar you are owed.

We pursue compensation for:

• Medical Expenses: Compensation covers all medical costs associated with your injury, from initial hospital stays and emergency surgeries to ongoing physical therapy, imaging, and any future medical treatments required for your recovery and well-being.
• Assistive Equipment and Home Modifications: This includes the cost of necessary equipment like wheelchairs and hospital beds, as well as modifications to your home and vehicle, such as ramps and lifts, to accommodate your new needs.
• In-Home and Long-Term Care: Many spinal cord injury victims require daily assistance. Compensation can cover the full cost of professional in-home care, nursing services, or residence in a long-term care facility.
• Lost Wages: You can be compensated for the income and benefits you have lost as a direct result of being unable to work while recovering from your injury.
• Loss of Future Earning Capacity: If your injury prevents you from returning to your previous job or limits your ability to work altogether, you are entitled to compensation for the income you would have reasonably earned throughout your career.
• Pain and Suffering: This form of non-economic compensation addresses the significant physical pain and emotional distress caused by a spinal cord injury, acknowledging the profound impact it has on your daily life.
• Loss of Enjoyment of Life: If your injury prevents you from participating in hobbies, activities, and life experiences you once loved, you deserve to be compensated for this significant loss.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Law Firm Locations

DM Injury Law proudly serves injured victims across many states. Our Midwest spinal cord injury law firm has fully staffed offices ready to fight for you in the following locations:

• Kansas City Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
• St. Louis Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
• Columbia Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
• Topeka Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
• Wichita Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
• Oklahoma City Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
• Tulsa Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
• Omaha Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
• Denver Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
• Blue Springs Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
• Olathe Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer

Spinal Cord Injury FAQs

Contact DM Injury Law's Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys for a Free Consultation

Let DM Injury Law carry the legal burden so you can focus on healing. Our spinal cord injury lawyers are ready to review your case, answer your questions, and start fighting for the money you deserve.

Contact us today to schedule your free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win your case. Remember, Mike's Got This!

Helpful Legal Resources and Blogs

• The Role of a Life Care Plan in Proving a Catastrophic Injury Case in Missouri
• Understanding Oklahoma's Cap on Damages in Catastrophic Injury Cases
• Latency Injuries and Why It's Vital to Seek Medical Care Quickly
• What is the Average Back and Neck Injury Settlement Amount?
• These Are the 3 Most Common Work Injuries