Spinal injuries occur from accidents, ranging from fender benders to catastrophic injuries. The spinal cord is the most intricate element of the human body, which is why spinal injuries vary. You need to contact a Davenport spinal injury attorney at Winstein Kavensky & Cunningham to get the compensation you deserve.
Our attorneys will work tirelessly to ensure you obtain the highest compensation possible for your injury. You can reach our Davenport personal injury lawyer team 24/7 at (309) 794-1515.
Causes of Spinal Injuries
Our lawyers understand how to represent clients who have suffered devastating spinal cord injuries and have the skills to handle even the most difficult situations. The spine may be severely injured when it receives a quick, traumatic hit. Our team has represented clients who have suffered spinal injuries resulting from:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Slip and fall accidents
- Truck accidents
- Workplace accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
Types of Spinal Injuries
According to Mayo Clinic, there are two types of spinal injuries including:
- Complete spinal injury: this type of spinal injury causes complete paralysis and impacts both sides of the body. A complete spinal injury may cause quadriplegia or paralysis of all four limbs. It can also cause paraplegia or total paralysis of the lower half of the body.
- Incomplete spinal injury: this type of spinal injury does not cause paralysis. Those suffering from an incomplete spinal injury will still have function on either one side or both sides of the body.
Anyone who has had a major head or neck trauma requires prompt medical attention to rule out spinal injuries. Sometimes, after a less severe accident, symptoms of a spinal injury might not be present and can start presenting themselves later. Symptoms of spinal injuries include:
- Loss of or change in feeling, including the sense of touch, heat, and cold
- Lack of bowel or bladder control
- Hyperactive reflex actions or spasms
- Changes in fertility, sexual sensitivity, and sexual function
- Severe stinging or pain in the nerve endings
- Difficult breathing
- Coughing and excessively clearing the lungs
- Pressure in your neck, head, or back
- Extreme pain in your neck, head, or back
- Numbness in the extremities
- Difficulty walking
- Poor balance
If you or a loved one are experiencing any symptoms of a spinal injury after an accident, it is crucial to seek medical attention as soon as possible.
How Can a Davenport Spinal Injury Attorney Help Me?
After seeking medical attention, the most important thing you must do after suffering from a spinal injury is to receive a proper diagnosis. Once this happens, you can start moving forward with your personal injury case. However, this can be difficult due to the complicated structures of the spine. Insurance companies are aware of this and often encourage victims to accept the first settlement amount offered. Never accept the first offer from an insurance company.
When you hire a Davenport spinal injury attorney from Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham, we can help you obtain an accurate diagnosis of your spinal injury so we can start your case. Our team will fight for the largest compensation and can help you win compensation for the following:
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages
- Medical bills
- Medication costs
- Continuing treatment
Contact a Davenport Spinal Injury Attorney Today
No matter what caused your spinal injury, as long as another party was liable, a Davenport spinal injury attorney can help you obtain the compensation and justice you deserve after your accident. If you or a household member has suffered a spinal cord injury, contact Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham.
Our team has over 120 years of combined legal experience representing Davenport. Get started on your case today by scheduling a free case consultation. Reach us 24/7 by phone at (309) 794-1515, via LiveChat, or by filling out our contact form.