Spinal Cord Injuries and Legal Representation

A spinal cord injury can be devastating and may cause nerve damage leading to permanent loss of bodily function either below the injured area, partial or full paralysis. Victims of a spinal cord injury may experience a loss of sensation and strength and may never make a full recovery. 

Complete loss of motor and sensory functions can lead to the inability to control bowel and bladder functions, unusual muscle spasms, constant pain, difficulty breathing, prolonged respiratory problems and many other medical symptoms. Some people may experience a lack of mobility that requires assistance with daily living and makes working impossible. The physical pain and psychological scars may last a lifetime. Seeking financial recovery for your injuries with the help of an experienced personal injury attorney may ease the financial burden so you can focus on what is most important. 

Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries in Ohio

Many types of accidents may lead to spinal cord injuries. Some of the most common causes of spinal cord injuries include:

• Car accidents – the leading cause of spinal cord injuries are motor vehicle accidents

• Falls – falling from heights is the second leading cause of spinal cord injuries, this may occur on construction sites or at a workplace

• Sporting activities – extremely physical sports put athletes at a greater risk for a spinal cord injury

• Medical malpractice – medical negligence and errors during surgical procedures can cause a spinal cord injury, paralysis, stroke or even death

No matter the cause, the party at fault should hold financial responsibility for a spinal cord injury to yourself or a loved one. Any spinal cord injury (SCI) that leads to any type of ongoing medical issues, partial or complete paralysis requires the expertise of a personal injury attorney skilled in spinal cord injury cases. 

Schiff & Associates Experienced Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys

Schiff & Associates is experienced in all personal injury law cases, including spinal cord injury claims. If you or a loved one has been injured through the negligence or fault of another person or organization, you need the representation of an experienced attorney to obtain the financial recovery you deserve. We have helped people in Ohio for over 35 years to recover maximum settlements to cover the wide range of costs and expenses you will incur. 

You are entitled to recover compensation for lost wages, pain and suffering and the many types of medical expenses that have been incurred and that will be ongoing such as physical, vocational and mental therapy and assistance with daily living needs. 

Schiff & Associates is Ohio’s foremost spinal cord injury lawyer, with experience in pursuing the maximum compensation that you deserve. We offer a free initial case evaluation and work for your rights on a contingency basis. Contact us to learn more about your rights and compensation due for any spinal cord injury.

When the Unthinkable Happens

If your loved one has died as the result of someone else’s negligence, you need a trusted lawyer at your side to fight for your family’s rights.  Fatalities that are the result of motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, or product liability are often very complicated and require an experienced attorney who has the expertise to determine who is responsible.  Depending on the circumstances, a case may involve persons, companies, and/or governmental agencies that are legally at fault for acting negligently and/or for acting intentionally.    

The attorneys at Schiff & Associates understand that while no amount of money can make up for the loss of your loved one, we are committed to helping you through this difficult time.  Our team will get to work to seek compensation for your losses including current and future wages from the deceased, lost companionship, funeral expenses, and in some cases punitive damages. 

Several of our attorneys specialize in wrongful death cases such as Craig T. Smith, whose focus is on obtaining settlements, particularly in wrongful death and serious injury cases. To each case, Craig brings his solid legal background as well as a commitment to helping people who are in difficult circumstances. In fact he says that “There’s a satisfaction that comes when I make a difference in people’s lives.”

Filing a wrongful death lawsuit with the help of our experienced attorneys can be the first step toward relieving your financial burden as well as seeing to it that the responsible party accepts responsibility for the accident. Contact us to set up a complimentary case evaluation and consultation.  As we will represent you on a contingency basis, you will pay no attorney costs or fees unless we successfully recover a settlement.

The experienced attorneys at Schiff & Associates have offered the area trusted legal representation in cases of personal injury and wrongful death since 1982.  We have a history of getting clients the results they deserve and recognize that financial recovery from an accident is just as important as physical recovery.  Call today for information regarding legal services from Columbus, Ohio’s top personal injury lawyer.

Spinal Cord Injury – Get Legal Advice from the Experts

A spinal cord injury (SCI) can lead to paralysis, paraplegia, or quadriplegia and impact a person’s life permanently.  Unfortunately it happens way too often.  The National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center reports that 12,000 people in the U.S. sustain a SCI each year, which translates to 30 new injuries a day.  Furthermore, most of the injuries occur to individuals between the ages of 16 and 30, with over 80% of the victims being male. The majority of cases are a result of car accidents, sports-related injuries, falls and industrial accidents.

The attorneys at Schiff & Associates understand the overwhelming impact such an injury has on the person and his/her family.  If you or a loved one has suffered a SCI due to the result of someone else’s negligence, you need to seek the advice of an experienced spinal cord injury attorney for help in recovering monetary compensation for medical expenses.  The costs of such an injury include pain and suffering, lost wages, and extensive mental, physical, and vocational therapy as well as ongoing daily living assistance.

SCI cases can be complicated and require experienced attorneys that know how to demonstrate negligence on the part of responsible parties to ensure you receive the full compensation you deserve.  This is why we offer a free initial case evaluation and advice.  In addition if you choose to use our services, you will not pay any attorney costs or fees unless we are successful in recovering compensation for your spinal cord injury.

An experienced attorney with a successfully record of negotiating and litigating these types of cases can make the difference between whether you get a fair settlement or walk away empty handed.  Contact the trusted team at Schiff & Associates.

The experienced attorneys at Schiff & Associates have offered the area trusted legal representation in cases of personal injury and wrongful death since 1982.  We have a history of getting clients the results they deserve and recognize that financial recovery from an accident is just as important as physical recovery.  Call today for information regarding legal services from Columbus, Ohio’s top personal injury lawyer.

Source: nscisc.uab.edu/PublicDocuments/fact_figures_docs/Facts%202012%20Feb%20Final.pdf