Spinal Injury
Georgia Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers
Back and spine injuries are serious. Medical experts consider spine injury the most serious type of back injury. When the nerves of the spinal cord are damaged or severed, paralysis can result. Common causes of spinal injury include—
- Motor vehicle crashes
- Acts of violence
- Sports accidents
Spinal Injury Requires Immediate Medical Help
Even a seemingly minor fall can cause serious damage to the spinal cord. Spinal injury requires immediate medical attention. If you have suffered a spine injury in Georgia, seek medical attention immediately—then speak with our experienced Atlanta personal injury law firm.
- How to Determine Compensation for a Spinal Injury Lawsuit
- Causes of Spinal Injuries
- How Is a Spinal Injury Different from a Brain Injury?
- Spinal Injuries Resulting in Paraplegia
- Herniated Disc Injuries and Information
Spine Injury Can Cause Damage
Spine injuries may affect the entire body. The spinal cord serves as the main conduit of messages for the body's intricate nervous system. If part of that channel is damaged, messages may no longer be carried from the brain to certain areas of the body. For some who suffer a spinal injury, the parts of the body above the point of injury will continue to function as usual. However, the same cannot be said for the parts of the body below the point of injury. They will typically be impaired in at least some of the following ways—
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should seek immediate medical assistance and contact our Atlanta spinal cord injury lawyers. Any suspicion of spinal injuries deserves expert examination.
- Motor deficit
- Sensory deficit
- Difficulty breathing
- Bowel and/or bladder dysfunction
Contact an Atlanta Spinal Injury Lawyer at Henry Spiegel Milling LLP Today
A spine injury can change your life forever. If your spinal injuries were caused by someone else's negligence, you may be able to recover monetary damages.
