Paralysis Injury Lawyer in Beaumont Serving Throughout Texas
Paralysis is a devastating medical condition that dramatically alters an individual’s life. It often results from traumatic events such as those sustained in catastrophic motor vehicle accidents, slips and falls, construction mishaps, boat crashes, and oilfield explosions. Learn more below about spinal cord injuries and paralysis and how Gilbert Adams Law Offices can help you or your loved one obtain the compensation you need and deserve to recover as much as possible from a spinal cord injury and enjoy the best quality of life possible. For help with paralysis injury in Beaumont, Houston or statewide, contact Gilbert Adamas Law Offices in Beaumont for a free consultation with an experienced and dedicated Texas personal injury lawyer.
Types of Paralysis Resulting From Spinal Cord Injuries
Paralysis can result from different types of injuries, such as stroke or neurological disorders, as well as a traumatic injury to the spinal cord. When paralysis is caused by spinal cord injury, it can manifest in various forms, largely depending on the severity and location (level) of the injury. The types of paralysis include:
- Monoplegia: This type of paralysis affects one limb, usually an arm or a leg.
- Hemiplegia: Hemiplegia impacts one side of the body and typically stems from brain damage rather than spinal injuries.
- Paraplegia: Resulting from injuries to the lower spine, paraplegia affects both legs and, sometimes, the trunk.
- Quadriplegia (Tetraplegia): The most severe form, quadriplegia, results from injuries to the upper spine, affecting all four limbs and the body’s torso.
The True Cost of Living with Paralysis
The costs and challenges associated with paralysis extend far beyond health and medical-related expenses. They include:
- Medical and Rehabilitation Costs: Emergency care, surgeries, ongoing treatment, physiotherapy, and occupational and mental health therapy can add up to staggering amounts.
- Home and Lifestyle Modifications: Paralysis often requires making home modifications for wheelchair accessibility and investing in adaptive technology, significantly impacting one’s finances.
- Loss of Income and Earning Capacity: Paralysis may have resulted in your inability to return to your former job or any occupation resulting in a total or partial loss to your future earning capacity.
- Psychological Distress: The emotional toll of paralysis is immense. These injuries often lead to psychological challenges such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Legal Damages Recoverable in a Personal Injury Claim
If your paralysis is due to the fault or negligence of another, the law allows you to pursue compensation for your losses. At Gilbert Adams Law Offices, we fight to recover the maximum damages for our clients. You may be eligible to receive compensation for:
- Medical expenses (both present and future, over the remainder of your life)
- Physical pain, hurt and suffering
- Mental grief and anguish
- Loss of enjoyment of life and physical impairment
- Lost wages and loss of future earnings
- Cost of home modifications and adaptive technologies
- Loss of consortium to your spouse and/or minor children
In some instances, you may also qualify for exemplary or punitive damages, intended to punish the at-fault party for gross negligence or intentional misconduct.
Contact Gilbert Adams Law Offices for Help With Paralysis Injury Claims in Texas
Facing serious medical conditions including partial or total paralysis is overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. At Gilbert Adams Law Offices, we leverage our deep knowledge and extensive experience in personal injury law to navigate the complexities of your condition and case.
Our legal team empathetically guides you through each step of the process, from gathering evidence to negotiating with insurance companies, ensuring you secure the maximum compensation. Our proven track record in Beaumont, Houston, and across Texas testifies to our commitment and capabilities.
If you or a loved one has suffered paralysis due to someone else’s negligence, reach out to us. We’ll stand with you, tirelessly advocating for your rights. Together, we can pursue the justice and compensation you deserve.