Paralysis injuries have the potential to change your life forever. Mobility loss is often permanent and can affect large portions of the body. If your injuries were the result of an accident caused by a negligent party, you could work with an experienced attorney from Chad Jones Law to file a lawsuit against them. Our Lubbock paralysis injury lawyers can support you through every step of the legal process to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.
Any severe accident that involves trauma to the neck or back can lead to paralysis. A person may lose motor function and sensation in an isolated spot or large part of their body. Potential accidents that could lead to mobility loss include, but are not limited to:
A qualified attorney familiar with paralysis cases could work to determine the cause of the injury.
The level of paralysis an individual may suffer often depends on the type of accident. However, all types of paralysis have a major impact on a person’s health and well-being. Even a slight loss of sensation can have a significant negative effect on a person.
Paralysis can be localized to a small or particular area. For example, a person may suffer paralysis in a small portion of the face, a single limb, a foot or toes, or another small area. Even these seemingly minor injuries can be devastating and may entitle a person to compensation.
Paraplegia affects all or most areas below the waist. This can have significant side effects and debilitating effects on a person’s life. The condition could result in the inability to walk, loss of sexual function, and loss of the ability to control bowel functions.
Quadriplegia, or tetraplegia, occurs when a person loses feeling and function below the neck. This is the most severe paralysis injury and can affect a person’s entire life. An individual will likely need full-time care and might even require breathing equipment to function.
Dealing with mobility loss is difficult enough. When the costs of medical treatment and lost income are added in, it becomes even more complicated. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 41.001, an injured person is permitted to file a lawsuit against the liable party for compensatory and even exemplary damages. In a successful case, the injured party may be able to recover compensation for the following:
Winning financial compensation requires the injured person to prove that the other party was negligent in their actions. A dedicated attorney may be able to assist with this process after an accident resulting in paralysis.
Paralysis injuries are life-altering, and the responsible party should be held to account for their negligent actions. Our legal team at Chad Jones Law could help you fight for the compensation you need. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with a Lubbock paralysis injury lawyer.
