NYC Nerve Damage Injury Lawyer
Fighting for victims of permanent nerve injuries
Experienced Nerve Damage Representation
Nerve damage is one of the most serious and life-altering consequences of personal injury accidents. The nervous system controls everything from movement and sensation to organ function. When nerves are damaged in accidents, victims may suffer permanent pain, numbness, weakness, paralysis, or loss of bodily functions.
Nerve injuries can result from car accidents, falls, surgical errors, birth injuries, workplace accidents, or violent trauma. Unlike broken bones that heal, nerve damage often persists for life, requiring ongoing medical treatment, pain management, physical therapy, and adaptive equipment.
Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C. handles nerve damage cases throughout New York City. We work with neurologists and medical experts to document the extent of your injuries and pursue maximum compensation for your permanent impairments and suffering.
Types of Nerve Damage Injuries
Brachial Plexus Injuries
Shoulder nerve damage causing arm weakness, numbness, or paralysis (Erb's palsy)
Spinal Nerve Damage
Injuries to spinal nerves causing pain, weakness, or loss of function below injury site
Peripheral Neuropathy
Damage to peripheral nerves causing pain, numbness, tingling in extremities
Sciatic Nerve Injuries
Damage to sciatic nerve causing leg pain, weakness, numbness
Radial Nerve Palsy
Wrist drop and inability to extend fingers or thumb
Facial Nerve Damage
Bell's palsy-like symptoms, facial paralysis, loss of facial movement
Frequently Asked Questions
What are common types of nerve damage from accidents?
Common nerve injuries include peripheral neuropathy, brachial plexus injuries (Erb's palsy), radial nerve damage, sciatic nerve injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome from trauma, spinal nerve damage, and facial nerve injuries. These can result from car accidents, falls, workplace injuries, or medical malpractice.
How do you prove nerve damage in a personal injury case?
Nerve damage is proven through medical records, EMG/nerve conduction studies, MRI and CT scans, neurological examinations, expert medical testimony, and documentation of symptoms like pain, numbness, weakness, or loss of function. We work with neurologists and medical experts to establish the extent of your nerve injury.
Is nerve damage permanent?
Some nerve damage can heal over time, while other injuries result in permanent deficits. Peripheral nerves may regenerate slowly, but complete recovery isn't guaranteed. Severe nerve damage or complete nerve severing often causes permanent loss of function, sensation, or chronic pain requiring lifetime treatment.
What compensation can I recover for nerve damage?
You may recover medical expenses including surgery and ongoing treatment, future medical care, lost wages and loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering including chronic pain, loss of quality of life, and permanent disability. Nerve damage cases often result in substantial compensation due to permanent impairments.
Suffering from Nerve Damage?
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