Item: Edward A Smith Law Offices
Rating: 5
Author: Alex & Dinah M.

Sacramento Spinal Cord Injury

Injury to the spinal column due to a catastrophic accident in Sacramento can have a long-term impact on you or a family member. Spinal cord trauma can prevent you from performing normal, everyday activities, and spinal cord damage can be so severe that the patient is permanently disabled in some instances.

Spinal cord injury (SCI) and pain in the neck and back occur when a traumatic event damages cells within the spinal cord or severs the nerve tracts that relay signals up and down the spinal cord.

Sacramento Spinal Cord Injury Law Firm

You'll likely have many questions if you or a family member has sustained a spinal cord injury in a traumatic accident. Reach out to our legal team at (916) 921-6400 to discuss a potential personal injury claim. We offer free, friendly, and compassionate advice.

Our attorneys at AutoAccident.com have the knowledge and experience with spinal cord injury cases and can help you recover maximum compensation for your damages.

Types of Spinal Cord Injuries

There are two types of spinal cord injuries. They are:

Contusion (bruising of the spinal cord)
Compression (caused by pressure on the spinal cord)

Other Spinal Cord Injuries

Other types of injuries include lacerations and central cord syndrome. Severe SCI often causes paralysis and loss of sensation and reflex function below the point of injury, including autonomic activity such as breathing and other activities such as bowel and bladder control.

Other symptoms such as pain or sensitivity to stimuli, muscle spasms, and sexual dysfunction may develop over time. SCI patients are also prone to develop secondary medical problems, such as bladder infections, lung infections, and bedsores.

The video below presents an overview of a spinal cord injury.

Causes of Spinal Cord, Back & Neck Injuries

The leading causes of SCI vary by age. Among persons under age 65, automobile and other motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause. Among persons over 65, falls cause most SCIs. Other causes include:

Workplace accidents
Diving accidents
Electric shock
Bullet or stab wounds
Extreme twisting of the trunk
Sports injuries (landing on the head)

Whatever caused the injury, if it involves another person's negligence, you may be entitled to pursue legal action.

Benefits of Working with a Spinal Cord Injury Attorney

Spinal cord injuries can be severe and life-altering. Our Sacramento spinal cord injury attorneys understand that your immediate goals after going through such trauma are to get your medical bills paid and make sure you do not suffer financially through any lost wages. We will make sure the insurance company pays for any future treatment related to your injuries.

If you need legal assistance, our Sacramento injury attorneys can answer your questions, discuss your situation, and review the legal options available. Our spinal cord injury lawyers in Sacramento can also work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case on your behalf to ensure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately.

Talk to a Sacramento Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer Today

If you have suffered an SCI in an accident and would like to discuss your case with an experienced Sacramento spinal cord injury lawyer, contact our law firm today at (916) 921-6400 or (800) 404-5400. Our attorneys are available anytime to provide free, friendly advice on your legal options for recovery. You can also reach us online through our contact form.

We are members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.

See our client reviews on Avvo, Google, and Yelp and our past cases on our Verdicts and Settlements page.

Editor's Note: This page has been updated for accuracy and relevancy. [cha 6.29.22]

Photo by Pixabay [cs 618]

Additional Resources:

Medical Treatment After Car Crash Medical Treatment After Car Crash Medical Treatment After Car Crash I'm Ed Smith, a Roseville auto accident attorney. Often times, the cause of a car…
Sting Needs Neck Surgery The 64-year-old music legend Sting recently revealed he is tying up loose ends so he can present himself for surgery. This after he suffered a painful…
Physical Injury and Depression often a vicious cycle. I have represented a great many people over the years injured in auto accidents and motorcycle accidents. A very common, and unfortunate outcome of a…

★★★★★

"Me and my wife; had a car accident. We were amazed how easy, professional, friendly attorney Ed Smith is along with his staff. Everybody is amazing. Thank you so much, we are very impressed!" Alex & Dinah M.

"Ed Smith and his office team took on a difficult personal injury case on my behalf and for the passenger in my car. Ed is a top- notch attorney. His staff couldn't have been more helpful and kind. No need to look elsewhere. I give Ed Smith my highest recommendation." Beverly

"Ed and Robert have been taking great care of my husband and I for the past 5+ years. They are always there when you have a problem and a quick resolution! Even when the issues have nothing to do with them. They are willing to help ease the pain off your shoulders. They are as good as it gets! Thank you again for everything." Annie T.

"Very professional. Great team, staff and service all around. Mr Smith was very honest, straight forward with his advice. He gives the word "attorney" an honest reputation. I will seek his council anytime, and would recommend him at the drop of a dime." Jeremy M.

"I would highly recommend Ed Smith to any friends or family in need of a personal injury attorney. Ed, and his staff, are very caring on top of being very experienced in this field. The staff always keeps you informed of the status of your case and they are always easy to reach by phone." Shannon D.

"Edward Smith law offices provide competent, thorough, and personable help for victims of personal injury. When you first meet the staff you know you contacted the right office. This law office treats clients like people. I recommend this office to anyone seeking representation regarding personal injury." David M.

Submit a Law Firm Client Review