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When Can I Pursue Compensation for a Spinal Cord Injury?

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 have long-term implications including large medical bills, loss of income and physical and emotional pain [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:19:16+00:00March 23, 2020|Spinal Cord Injuries|

How Will a Spinal Cord Injury Affect My Health and Finances?

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 person’s ability to work and earn an income. Understanding the Full Impact of Spinal Cord [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:20:46+00:00April 22, 2019|Spinal Cord Injuries|

Brain and Spinal Injury Victims May Find New Hope in Gene Therapy

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 them, cannot give them back their lives, but a new research project hopes to return [...]

admin2018-04-19T09:51:00+00:00April 19, 2018|Spinal Cord Injuries|