Partner, personal injury attorney tabbed to lead Fox Valley firm APPLETON, WI – Richard Elrod has been named president of Herrling Clark Law Firm, which was founded more than 60 years ago in Appleton and now serves clients throughout the Fox Valley with additional offices in Green Bay, Oshkosh, and Waupaca. As firm president, Elrod […]
Injuries that affect the spinal cord are some of the most serious forms of bodily harm that a person can experience. Spine injuries can occur in car accidents; slip, trip, and fall accidents; after being struck with a heavy object; and a variety of other situations. While it is well-known that injuries that damage the […]
The spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that runs down the center of the backbone, and it is a key part of the central nervous system. Signals from the brain run through the spinal cord to all parts of the body, and anything that disrupts these signals can cause paralysis, chronic pain, and a […]
A serious injury to the spine can impact a person for the rest of their life. Unfortunately, spinal cord injuries are much more common than many people realize. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC), more than 17,000 spine injuries occur every year in the United States. While injuries to the spine […]
Every year, around 17,000 Americans suffer injuries to the spine. In all, it is estimated that over 300,000 Americans are currently living with spinal injuries. A significant percentage of people who suffer these types of injuries are considered either paraplegic or quadriplegic. Even if a spine injury does not result in permanent disability, it can […]
Next to the brain, the spinal cord is the most important part of the central nervous system, and any injuries to the spine are not only likely to be incredibly painful, but they can result in paralysis, disability, and a long-term impact on a person’s ability to live and work. The neck is an especially […]
Spinal cord injuries can be devastating, and approximately 17, 500 of these types of injuries occur each year, with 38 percent being due to car accidents. The medical costs of spine injuries can put the financial security of victims and their families in jeopardy. In addition, these injuries can have a significant impact on a […]
Of all the injuries that one can sustain in an auto accident, those relating to the brain and spine are usually the most devastating. In fact, many victims find themselves disabled or severely limited in their ability to work and earn money for their families after such an injury. Compensation, which may be owed to […]
Data indicates that there are approximately 17, 000 new spinal injury cases per year. Though experienced in varying degrees, these injuries typically result in at least some form of paralysis, which is often permanent. Scientists have been working hard to come up with a solution – some using drugs, others specific therapies, and still others […]
Of all the injuries that one can sustain in an accident, spinal injuries are some of the worst – and not just because of the risk of partial, total, temporary, or permanent disability. While there are some forms of treatment that may slightly improve a victim’s circumstance, there are no known ways to reverse the […]
