Spinal Cord Injury in
Newfoundland & Labrador

Spinal Cord Injury Types

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

• Cervical spinal cord injuries, typically the most severe, involve the head and neck.
• Thoracic spinal cord injuries involve the upper chest, middle back, and abdomen. Most victims still have use of their arms and hands.
• Lumbar spinal cord injuries involve the hips and legs. Most victims require mobility aids.
• Sacral spinal cord injuries involve the hips, rear thighs, buttocks, and pelvic organs. Some victims may be able to walk but most experience severe pain.

Spinal Cord Injury Levels

Medical professionals describe spinal cord injuries with two levels:

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

Back Injuries

Back injuries should never be taken lightly. What begins as slight discomfort can worsen over days, weeks, or even months. If you have suffered back trauma, no matter 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.

Decades of Experience

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 $1 billion in compensation for accident victims across the province.

Our legal team is here to 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 financial compensation you deserve.

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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.

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.