Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal cord and back injuries are often the most life-altering injuries you can suffer. Learning the types, levels, and more is vital to proper care and a successful claim.

Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers in Newfoundland & Labrador

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The spinal cord is crucial to our bodies’ operations. From our arms and legs to our internal organs, our bodies need a healthy spinal cord to function. If you sustain spinal cord trauma, it can leave you with paralysis, debilitating pain, and even loss of limb and organ function.

Spinal Cord Injury Types

The type of spinal cord injury is primarily determined by where on your spine the injury occurred. The following categories are the most common types of spinal cord injuries, listed in order of severity:

  • Cervical spinal cord injuries involve the head and neck. This is typically the most severe type of spinal cord injury.
  • Thoracic spinal cord injuries involve the upper chest, middle back, and abdomen. Most victims of a thoracic spinal cord injury still have use of their arms and hands.
  • Lumbar spinal cord injuries involve the hips and legs. Most victims of a lumbar spinal cord injury require mobility aids such as a wheelchair or braces.
  • Sacral spinal cord injuries involve the hips, rear thighs, buttocks, and pelvic organs. Some victims of a sacral spinal cord injury may still be able to walk but typically experience severe pain.

Spinal Cord Injury Levels

Beyond the types of spinal cord injuries listed above, there are also two levels used by medical professionals to describe the injury:

  • Complete spinal cord injury patients have suffered some amount of permanent damage, often resulting in paraplegia or tetraplegia.
  • Incomplete spinal cord injury patients retain some ability to move or function, although they may still experience severe pain.

Back Injuries

Any back injury should never be taken lightly – regardless of the potential for spinal cord damage. What begins as slight discomfort after an accident can worsen over days, weeks, or even months. If you have suffered any back trauma regardless of how minor it may seem, do not ignore it. Have an examination done by a medical professional, collect evidence and documents related to the injury and accident, and Make the Call for legal advice before a back injury becomes debilitating.

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When You Make The Call

When you’ve been injured in an accident, knowing what to do can be overwhelming. That’s why it helps to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Our team at Roebothan McKay Marshall will listen to your story, answer your questions, and provide you with the clear information you need right now.

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Free consult

When you reach out to us, we’ll set up an initial call to discuss your accident and answer your questions. We’ll explain what to expect, what type of compensation you may be entitled to, and what to do next.

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No settlement, no fee

With a contingency-based fee arrangement, you don’t pay any upfront or hourly charges. There are no legal fees unless your case is settled.

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A trusted advocate

You’ll have our team by your side, every step of the way. For more than 40 years, we’ve been helping Newfoundland & Labradorians navigate life after an accident — you won’t have to go through it alone.

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For over 40 years, Roebothan McKay Marshall has been fighting on behalf of injury victims across Newfoundland & Labrador.

As Newfoundland & Labrador’s largest and most experienced personal injury law firm, we’ve won thousands of personal injury cases – totalling over $500M in compensation for accident victims across Newfoundland & Labrador.

Our legal team is here to guide you through the entire process. We’ll explain how insurance works in our province, explore what types of benefits are available, and support you every step of the way. Our personal injury lawyers will negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf to ensure you receive the full financial compensation you deserve.

Give us a call today; it costs nothing to talk.

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