Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
Fighting for paralysis victims in New York
Experienced Spinal Cord Injury Representation
Spinal cord injuries causing paralysis are the most catastrophic, life-altering injuries. Whether caused by car accidents, falls, diving accidents, or medical malpractice, SCIs permanently eliminate independence, require lifetime attendant care, and dramatically shorten life expectancy. Victims face astronomical medical costs and complete loss of earning capacity.
SCI cases require proving multi-million dollar lifetime care needs through life care planners, vocational experts, and medical specialists. Insurance companies retain their own experts to minimize care needs and compensation. These are the highest-stakes personal injury cases.
Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C. has experience handling spinal cord injury cases. We work with leading medical experts, develop comprehensive life care plans, and fight for maximum compensation to ensure lifetime care for paralysis victims.
Types of Spinal Cord Injuries
Cervical (C1-C8)
Neck injuries causing quadriplegia—paralysis of arms, hands, trunk, and legs
Thoracic (T1-T12)
Upper/mid back injuries causing paraplegia—paralysis of trunk and legs
Lumbar (L1-L5)
Lower back injuries affecting hips and legs with some trunk control
Sacral (S1-S5)
Lower spinal injuries affecting hips, legs, and bowel/bladder function
Complete vs. Incomplete
Complete injuries = total loss below injury; Incomplete = partial sensation or function remains
Secondary Complications
Pressure sores, infections, blood clots, pneumonia, chronic pain, bowel/bladder issues
Common Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries
Motor vehicle accidents
Motorcycle accidents
Truck accidents
Pedestrian knockdowns
Falls from heights
Construction accidents
Diving accidents
Sports injuries
Medical malpractice
Acts of violence
Lifetime Care Needs
24-hour attendant care (for high-level SCIs)
Wheelchair-accessible home modifications
Specialized wheelchairs and equipment
Wheelchair-accessible vehicles
Medical equipment (hospital beds, lifts, etc.)
Ongoing medical care and rehabilitation
Medications and supplies
Treatment for secondary complications
Psychological counseling
Vocational rehabilitation
Lost wages and earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a spinal cord injury?
Spinal cord injuries occur when trauma damages the spinal cord, disrupting nerve signals between the brain and body. This causes partial or complete paralysis below the injury site. Complete injuries result in total loss of function, while incomplete injuries allow some sensation or movement. SCIs are permanent, life-altering injuries requiring lifetime care.
What's the difference between paraplegia and quadriplegia?
Paraplegia is paralysis of the lower body (legs and lower trunk) from injuries to the thoracic, lumbar, or sacral spinal cord. Quadriplegia (tetraplegia) is paralysis of all four limbs and trunk from cervical spinal cord injuries. Quadriplegia is more severe, often requiring ventilators and extensive attendant care.
Can spinal cord injuries heal?
No. The spinal cord cannot regenerate, making SCIs permanent. While some incomplete injuries may see minor improvement through intensive rehabilitation, most SCI victims face lifelong paralysis, loss of bladder/bowel control, sexual dysfunction, chronic pain, and secondary complications.
What compensation can I recover?
Spinal cord injury cases involve multi-million dollar compensation for medical expenses, lifetime medical care, home modifications, wheelchair-accessible vehicles, attendant care (24-hour care for quadriplegia), specialized equipment, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, and loss of quality of life. Life care plans document lifetime costs often exceeding $5-10 million.
Why do I need a spinal cord injury attorney?
SCI cases are extremely complex, requiring life care planners, vocational experts, economists, physiatrists, and other specialists to document lifetime care needs and economic losses. Insurance companies fight these high-value claims aggressively. You need an attorney experienced in catastrophic injury cases who can maximize your recovery.
Why Choose Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C.?
Catastrophic Injury Experience
We handle the most complex spinal cord injury cases requiring multi-million dollar recoveries.
Life Care Planning
We work with life care planners to document lifetime medical, care, and equipment needs.
Fight for Maximum Compensation
We recover compensation for lifetime care, home modifications, equipment, and lost earning capacity.
No Fees Unless We Win
We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
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