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Spinal cord injuries are often serious and may require lifelong medical care. The pain and suffering from such an injury, along with other damages suffered, can be overwhelming, especially if an injured victim becomes disabled and cannot return to work.
If you suffered serious spinal injuries as the result of someone else’s negligence in Grand Rapids, you should contact the attorneys at Jay Trucks and Associates as soon as possible for a free consultation on how we can help you recover compensation for your injuries and losses.
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How Can Hiring Jay Trucks and Associates Benefit My Claim?
At Jay Trucks and Associates, our licensed lawyers have been advocating for our clients in Grand Rapids and other Michigan cities for more than 30 years, recovering millions in compensation for these injured victims. Some of these recoveries include a $399,000 result for a delivery driver with a back injury, $300,000 for a 50-year-old mechanic that suffered a lower back injury, and a $104,500 recovery for a steel cutter that hurt his back.
Our firm’s founder, Jay F. Trucks, is an active member of both the Michigan Trial Lawyers Association and the American Trial Lawyers Association. Our Grand Rapids spinal cord injury lawyers have in-depth knowledge of Michigan laws and how they may apply to your situation. Additionally, we have years of experience handling personal injury claims. If we represent you, we are dedicated to actively protecting your best interests throughout the life of your legal case by:
- Obtaining accident reports
- Thoroughly investigating the cause of your accident
- Collecting supporting evidence
- Reviewing medical records
- Handling settlement negotiations with the insurance company
- Speaking with eyewitnesses
- Handling communications with all third parties, including insurance carriers
- Utilizing industry experts, such as accident reconstruction specialists, if needed
- Representing you in a trial, if a settlement cannot be reached
Keep in mind that an insurance provider will likely attempt to call you at home while you are still recovering. If this happens, you may refer the adjuster to your attorney to handle the call for you. However, if you do take the call yourself, it is best to stick to only the essential facts to avoid giving the insurance adjuster any opportunity to twist something you said and use it later to devalue your claim.
If another party’s negligence caused your spinal cord injury, we encourage you to contact our firm without delay. Hiring the right attorney for your case can make a substantial difference in the final outcome of your spinal cord injury claim, so you should contact our law office today. We offer a free, no-obligation legal consultation to determine whether you may have grounds for pursuing compensation. You can hire us with no upfront costs because we do not get paid unless we first win a verdict or settlement for you.
Call Jay Trucks and Associates today: Call Now 989-254-6113989-565-9047
How Do I Know If I Have a Valid Case?
A spinal cord injury that was caused by another’s negligence may be grounds for legal action. However, we recommend that you contact Jay Trucks and Associates to meet with one of our experienced spinal cord injury lawyers in a free, no-obligation legal consultation. We can fully assess your situation, including any contributing factors that may apply (how the accident happened, who was involved, where and when it occurred, if any laws were broken by the at-fault party, etc.), and determine your eligibility for pursuing compensation.
While there is no obligation to pursue a claim after this meeting, you can hire one of our attorneys for no upfront cost.
Our attorneys are prepared to pursue compensation for spinal cord injuries resulting from many situations. Some of the leading causes of spinal cord injuries include:
- Motor vehicle accidents (trucks, cars, motorcycles, etc.)
- Boating accidents
- Work injuries
- Construction accidents
- Surgical errors and medical malpractice
- Defective product injuries
- Unsafe property conditions that caused you to slip or trip and fall
In all personal injury claims, including spinal cord injury cases, injured parties must establish that the at-fault party owed them a duty of care and breached that duty through their negligence, carelessness, or recklessness. The breach of duty caused the accident and the injured party’s injuries, and the injured party experienced compensable damages as a result. It can sometimes be very challenging to prove negligence in a spinal cord injury case, which is why you need an attorney to review your claim and advise you of your rights and legal options. Complete our free Case Evaluation form today.
Who Can I Hold Liable for My Spinal Cord Injury?
Depending on the nature of the accident that caused your spinal cord injury, you could work with an attorney to hold any number of responsible parties accountable. These include:
- The negligent motorist who caused the car accident, pedestrian accident, or bicycle accident that injured you
- The medical professional or healthcare provider who caused your spinal cord injury through their negligence or wrongdoing, such as a surgeon who damaged your spinal cord during an operation
- The landlord or property owner whose negligence in maintaining their property led to a dangerous condition that caused your spinal cord injury
- The manufacturer of the defective product that caused your spinal cord injury
Your attorney can help you identify all responsible parties who may bear liability for your spinal cord injury and help you recover the full compensation you deserve.
What is the Value of a Spinal Cord Injury Case?
The severity of spinal cord injuries varies–some are minor, while others completely, and adversely, change a victim’s life. That is why it is important to contact an experienced attorney.
Once we understand your situation, including any contributing factors that may apply, our qualified lawyers can get a better idea about the possible value of your potential claim.
Here are some of the types of compensation you may be eligible to receive if you have a valid case:
- Medical expenses, for past medical care and any care you may need in the future
- Loss of income or lost wages if you were unable to work while recovering
- Loss of future earning capacity if you become partially or fully disabled due to your injury
- Modifications to your living space to accommodate mobility limitations
- Pain and suffering for physical pain and emotional trauma
- Physical therapy or rehabilitation therapy
- Surgical interventions that are necessary now or may be in the future
- Loss of enjoyment of life if you are no longer able to participate in favorite pastimes or activities
- Prescription medication that may be required for pain management and other symptoms caused by your injury
- Other medical bills and related out-of-pocket expenses
Our injury law firm is prepared to assess the unique circumstances of your situation and calculate the full value of your claim. We have access to industry experts and other resources we can consult as necessary to help us determine an appropriate value of a claim and build a strong argument on your behalf. We can also take care of any legal issues that may arise and increase your chances of getting the maximum compensation possible.
Call our firm today to get answers to your legal questions: Call Now 989-254-6113989-565-9047
How Long Do I Have to File My Claim?
According to Michigan’s statute of limitations, you have three years from the date of your injury to file a spinal cord injury lawsuit in court. If you wait too long, you may lose the opportunity to seek damages from the at-fault party. There are exceptions that may apply that either extend that three-year deadline or move it up.
No matter what deadline applies to your claim, your attorney needs time to investigate and build a case. That is why it is critical to contact a lawyer as soon as possible to find out if you still have time to file so your lawyer can get to work on your case.
Do not risk having your claim dismissed by the court because you waited too long to file.
Our firm is available to take your call 24/7 to determine if you may have a case: Call Now 989-254-6113989-565-9047
How Are Spinal Cord Injuries Classified?
Medical professionals classify spinal cord injuries based on the location and severity of the injury, as well as the symptoms the victim is experiencing. Common classifications of a spinal cord injury include:
Acute Injuries
Acute spinal cord injuries typically result from a traumatic event, such as a car crash, slip and fall incident, sporting accident, or any other type of action that causes an area of the spine to be forcefully compressed or suddenly bent. In this type of situation, victims may suffer:
- Fractures and dislocation injuries – Damage, such as a fracture or torn ligament, can result from an incident that causes sudden and intense pressure to the spine. If the victim suffers a complete fracture, it will most likely result in a loss of feeling below the broken vertebrae. Victims may also struggle with bladder and bowel control and temperature regulation because they can no longer sweat.
- Bulging or ruptured discs – Discs, the cushion-like joints that provide mobility to individual vertebrae, can be damaged or ruptured during an accident. This injury can cause victims to experience severe, shooting or burning pain down one or both legs.
- Sprains – These injuries result from an incident that causes muscles and tendons to be twisted or moved in an unexpected or forceful manner.
Repetitive or Overuse Injuries
Repetitive use injuries are common for those who perform the same types of movements repeatedly over an extended period of weeks, months, or even years. These injuries may include:
- Stiff muscles – Tightness or stiffening of muscles can occur when an individual is not permitted to stretch or relax throughout the day. The intense and repetitive activity can cause muscles to tense up and become stiff.
- Spasms – If a muscle contracts too quickly, it can result in spasms and sharp pain.
Overuse injuries happen in many ways, such as when using certain machinery in construction or road work or when a warehouse worker repeatedly picks up heavy boxes throughout a work shift.
What Are Common Symptoms of a Spinal Cord Injury?
Spinal cord injuries can present various symptoms, depending on the injury site, how the injury occurs, the amount and extent of spinal cord damage, and other factors. Some common symptoms of spinal cord injury include:
- Back pain
- Pressure in your neck, head, or back
- Muscle weakness
- Coordination issues
- Numbness and tingling in your extremities
- Leg and arm pain
- Difficulty walking or standing
- Breathing problems
- Paralysis
Contact a Grand Rapids Spinal Cord Injury Attorney Today
If a negligent party causes your spinal cord injury, we recommend that you do not delay in calling us. There is limited time to file legal action and there is no financial risk to call Jay Trucks and Associates. We have a proven track record, having recovered over $500 million in compensation for our clients, and we are prepared to aggressively pursue maximum compensation on your behalf.
Our experienced team of qualified lawyers can determine if you may have a valid spinal cord injury case during your free, no-obligation consultation. If your case is validated, we are ready to begin the legal process at zero upfront costs to you. We only accept fees if we are successful in obtaining compensation for you.