Skilled Paralysis Injury Attorney

Nerve damage after a catastrophic event can be life-altering. A workplace incident, a car crash, or any life-changing event can result in a spinal cord injury or head injury, which can lead to paralysis. At Spiros Law, P.C., our firm is here to help you cope with the financial difficulties you will inevitably face after a catastrophic injury.

We know nothing can make up for the injustices you’ve endured, but our team is here to hold those responsible for your injuries accountable for their negligence. As a victim of a severe injury, let our experienced paralysis injury attorneys take the wheel on your case and get you the compensation you deserve.

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Do I Have a Personal Injury Claim?

The life-long impacts of a paralysis injury are well understood at Spiros Law, P.C. Our experienced personal injury attorneys are here to stand by you, so you don’t have to face the repercussions alone. If you believe a person or entity is responsible for your injury, contact our offices in Champaign, Danville and Kankakee, Illinois. 

Victims of spinal cord injuries can face life-changing impairments that take a toll on not only their physical health but their mental health as well. A person facing this type of injury will face extensive, long-term medical treatment and, most likely, everyday assistance. When paralysis is the result of a significant incident, not only does the victim face physical pain and suffering but also mental health impacts such as post-traumatic stress disorder and loss of independence, among others. 

With Spiros Law, P.C., let your paralysis injury lawyer in Illinois, investigate and manage your case from beginning to end. We will handle every detail of your case and advocate for maximum compensation after enduring a severe injury. Schedule a free case review today!

What are Some Common Paralysis Injury Causes?

• Car Wrecks
• Motorcycle Crashes
• Truck Wrecks
• Pedestrian Accidents
• DUI/ Drunk Driving Injuries
• Hit and Run Crash
• Birth Injuries
• Trip, Slips, and Falls
• Sports Injuries
• Workplace Injury Incidents
• Medical Malpractice
• Trampoline Injuries

How Severe is Your Paralysis Injury?

Paralysis is typically caused by a head/brain injury or a spinal cord injury. It can fall into four categories, depending on the details and severity of your injury. 

• Paraplegia: Paralysis of the lower half of the body, including the legs. Severe forms can leave the injured person unable to walk or move their legs.
• Quadriplegia: Paralysis of the body, generally from the shoulders down. Both legs and arms and the entire torso are completely or partially paralyzed.
• Monoplegia: Paralysis limited to one area of the body. It typically affects one limb, but movement and sensation are mostly unaffected in the rest of the body.
• Hemiplegia: Similar to monoplegia, hemiplegia typically affects the limbs on one side of the body. It can be progressive in nature.

Most of the time, the injury’s location will determine the level of paralysis. Paralysis occurs below the injured area, so the higher the injury on the spine, the more significant the impact.

What are the Symptoms of Paralysis Injuries?

Paralysis injury symptoms vary depending on the type of paralysis, the location of the injury, and the cause of the injury. The most common symptom is losing muscle function in one or more body parts. Other symptoms include:

• Numbness or pain in affected muscles
• Muscle weakness 
• Visible signs of muscle loss
• Stiffness
• Involuntary spasms or twitches

Experiencing severe pain, loss of consciousness, confusion, significant bleeding, difficulty breathing, or signs of an internal injury may be the sign of something more serious, so seek medical attention immediately. 

If you’ve experienced a severe injury in Illinois, let Spiros Law, P.C. take the stress of your case off your hands. A skilled paralysis injury lawyer can provide proper legal representation and handle your claim or lawsuit on your behalf. Schedule a free case review today! 

Who Can Be Held Liable?

Which party is responsible for a catastrophic injury will depend on specific details like how and where the injury occurred. The liability can fall on a driver, property owner, product manufacturer, employer, driver, or medical professional.

Employers

If an injury occurs on the job due to unsafe conditions, preventable hazards, or lack of proper safety measures and results in paralysis, your employer may be liable. This can include injuries occurring on construction sites, factories, or any other workplace setting where safety was not maintained. 

Medical Professionals

If a paralysis injury results from harmful actions or negligence of doctors, surgeons, or healthcare providers, they may be liable. Medication misprescription, birth injuries, misdiagnoses, or surgical errors may cause the injury. 

Product Manufacturers

An injury resulting in paralysis could be due to a product manufacturer’s negligence, such as a faulty product, unsafe machinery, or defective equipment. This could include malfunctioning airbags, defective safety gear, or any other reason a product fails to meet safety standards. 

Property Owners

A paralysis injury that occurs on someone else’s property due to unsafe conditions can be the fault of the property owner. The injury could be due to a slip and fall, falling objects, or other hazards not properly addressed by the property owner. 

Motor Vehicle Drivers

Motor vehicle collisions involving cars, trucks, and/or motorcycles can cause paralysis injuries. A driver’s negligence, such as reckless behavior, distracted driving, or speeding, can cause a collision, resulting in severe injuries, potentially making the negligent driver responsible. Determining who is at fault requires a thorough investigation into the crash.

If you or a loved one suffered a paralysis injury, seeking experienced legal representation can help hold the negligent party accountable for their actions and recover the compensation you may be entitled to.

How Much Compensation Can You Receive?

If you’ve suffered a paralysis injury due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. Our paralysis injury attorneys can help you navigate a personal injury, workers’ compensation, or medical malpractice lawsuit. Each case depends on the severity of your injury and how it impacts your life, but we will fight to recover the damages you deserve.

Types of Compensation for a Paralysis Injury:

Economic Damages (Financial Losses)

Economic damages cover the actual costs of your injury – details with a specific dollar amount, including:

• Medical expenses: Hospital bills, doctor visits, surgeries, rehabilitation, and therapy.
• Future medical costs: Ongoing treatments, medications, or long-term care.
• Lost wages: Lost income due to time away from work.
• Reduced earning ability: If your injury affects your future ability to work.

Non-Economic Damages (Life Impact)

Paralysis injuries affect more than your finances: they impact your daily life, relationships, and overall wellbeing. These damages provide compensation for:

• Pain and suffering: Chronic headaches, dizziness, and other long-term symptoms.
• Emotional distress: Anxiety, depression, PTSD, or mood changes caused by the injury.
• Loss of enjoyment of life: Struggling to participate in activities you once enjoyed.
• Loss of companionship: Strained relationships with spouse, family, or friends.
• Disfigurement or physical impairment: Visible scars or long-term disabilities due to the injury.

How Much Can You Expect to Receive?

Compensation varies based on:

• The severity of your injury
• The long-term effects on your health and ability to work
• The emotional and physical toll on your daily life

Catastrophic injury cases can be complex, but our experienced paralysis injury lawyers are here to help. We will gather evidence, calculate the actual value of your injury, and fight for your settlement while you focus on recovering. If you or a loved one endured a paralysis injury due to another party’s negligence, seek legal guidance from a trusted personal injury attorney dedicated to your case and your future wellbeing.

Spiros Law, P.C. has won clients maximum compensation for severe injuries. Schedule your free case review today!

Paralysis Injury Statistics

• Studies have found the leading causes of paralysis are stroke, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis. 
• According to the Administration of Community Living, approximately 5.4 million people, or 1.7% of the population, live with paralysis in the U.S. 
• Medical studies show approximately 72% of people with paralysis are younger than 65 years old. 
• According to U.S. Veteran Affairs, spinal cord injuries affect approximately 249,000 to 363,000 Americans, with approximately 17,730 new injuries occurring every year.
• Overall, people with paralysis were primarily female (51.7%), White (71.4%), high school graduates (64.8%), married/living with a partner (47.4%), and unable to work (41.8%), according to these studies.

Why Choose Spiros?

At Spiros Law, P.C., our success rate speaks for itself. We are proud to have secured massive settlements for our clients who were victimized by another person’s negligence. 

• $9,842,900: The second-largest verdict in the history of Vermilion County, for an innocent baby whose severe injuries required an emergency craniotomy.
• $1,450,000: The largest verdict in Ford County for a driver injured when another car ran a stop sign.
• $1,400,000: The largest settlement for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) in Champaign County, Illinois., after a 42-year-old woman was prescribed the wrong medication at a hospital, leading to vein necrosis, chronic pain, and nerve damage.

These are just a few examples of the many successful cases we have handled for our clients. We have vast experience with a wide range of personal injury cases. We can help clients with any of the following cases:

• Medical Malpractice
• Car Crash 
• Defective Drugs & Devices
• Commercial Truck Wreck 
• Nursing Home Abuse
• Product Liability
• Premises Liability
• Wrongful Death
• Workers’ Compensation

Our team prides itself on honest, clear communication with current and future clients. From the moment you reach out, we are transparent about the outcomes. We understand that someone seeking legal representation has already experienced significant amounts of pain, suffering, and loss, so we strive to be compassionate and caring with everyone who contacts us for help or advice. 

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Suffering a paralysis injury is life-altering and financially stressful. If another party might be responsible for your injuries, don’t hesitate to contact the dedicated personal injury lawyers at Spiros Law, P.C.

Conveniently located in Central Illinois, we offer a skilled legal team in Kankakee, Champaign and Danville to manage your legal case from beginning to end.

Timing is essential in personal injury cases, and our team takes that seriously. Our committed, compassionate paralysis injury attorneys can fully understand your legal rights and options. We are prepared to assist you at any stage of your case, so let our Spiros Law, P.C. team protect your rights.

FAQs

What is Paralysis?

Paralysis is defined as being unable to move some or all of your body. Paralysis can be temporary or permanent, depending on the injury. It can be caused by:

• Stroke
• Head injury
• Spinal cord injury
• Bell’s palsy
• Multiple sclerosis
• Brain tumor
• Cancer in the head or neck

For a paralysis injury caused by another party, hire an experienced personal injury attorney to help you get the compensation you deserve. If you’ve been injured in Illinois, Spiros Law, P.C. is ready with your free consultation today!

Will I Have to File a Paralysis Injury Lawsuit?

Before filing a lawsuit, your trusted paralysis injury lawyer will try to negotiate a settlement. A lawsuit will only be necessary if the insurance company won’t settle on the amount you need.

What are the Common Types of Paralysis?

Paralysis is typically classified in four different ways, depending on the location of the injury and how your body is affected.

• Paraplegia: Affects the lower half of the body, including the legs.
• Quadriplegia: Generally affects the body from the shoulders down with both legs and arms and entire torso completely or partially paralyzed.
• Monoplegia: Paralysis limited to one area of the body and typically affects one limb, with movement and sensation mostly unaffected in the rest of the body.
• Hemiplegia: Typically affects the limbs on one side of the body, similar to monoplegia. It can be progressive in nature.

Paralysis can be classified by the severity of the symptoms:

• Complete paralysis is when all or close to all sensory and motor function is lost below the injury site.
• Incomplete paralysis is when some sensory and/or motor function is retained below the injury site.

While any level of paralysis can dramatically affect your life and require expensive treatment and devices, those suffering from quadriplegia may require 24/7 care and assistance, along with expensive vehicle modifications and accessible additions to their home. These costs can easily reach hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars. In addition, compensation for lost wages, disfigurement, and loss of a normal life after a catastrophic event resulting in paralysis may be recoverable with the help of an experienced personal injury lawyer.

Are There Any Treatment Options for Paralysis Injury Victims?

At this time, no cure for paralysis exists, but there are treatment options and resources for those temporarily or permanently paralyzed. Temporary paralysis may resolve itself on its own, such as paralysis from Bell’s palsy or a stroke. In some cases of spinal cord injury paralysis or a chronological condition, some muscle control may be recovered. Rehabilitation may help prevent symptoms from worsening, even if it cannot cure paralysis completely. 

Available treatments for paralysis include: 

• Physical therapy 
• Occupational therapy
• Mobility devices, including braces, walkers, and wheelchairs
• Medications
• Surgical amputation
• Nerve transfer surgery

Additionally, emotional and social support can be vital in a person’s paralysis treatment.

How Much Will My Medical Bills Be After a Paralysis Injury?

When a paralysis injury occurs, the damage is often irreversible, but seeking immediate medical care can prevent the injury from further harm. Treatment costs depend on the details of the injury, and they may include:

• Emergency care (hospital stays, surgeries, and intensive treatment)
• Diagnostic tests (X-rays, MRIs, CT scans)
• Medications (manage symptoms and prevent complications)
• Rehabilitation (physical therapy, speech therapy, counseling)
• Assistive devices (wheelchairs, communication aids, home modifications)

Treatment costs can add up quickly, especially for permanent or long-term injuries. An experienced paralysis injury attorney is a critical part of your recovery team, dedicated to securing the compensation you deserve from the parties responsible for your injuries so you don’t have to bear the financial burden alone. 

What Are the Long-Term Effects of a Paralysis Injury?

Paralysis injuries can result in life-altering challenges, such as:

• Loss of income: Inability to return to work or decreased earning capacity.
• Ongoing medical expenses: Necessary continuous treatment, therapy, and assistive care.
• Physical and emotional suffering: Chronic pain, depression, and anxiety are common.
• Reduced mobility or cognitive function: Permanent disabilities occur from some injuries.
• Diminished quality of life: Everyday activities and relationships may become more difficult.

Who Can Be Held Responsible for a Paralysis Injury?

Who can be held liable depends on the circumstances of your injury. The responsible party may be:

• A negligent driver: If the injury was the result of a car, truck, or motorcycle crash.
• A property owner: If unsafe conditions on their property led to an incident.
• A product manufacturer: If a defective product or faulty equipment caused the injury.
• An employer: If unsafe workplace conditions resulted in injury.
• A medical professional: If the injury was the result of medical negligence.

An experienced personal injury attorney will investigate the incident, identify the responsible parties, and create a strong case on your behalf.

What Compensation Can I Receive for a Paralysis Injury?

If your paralysis injury was the result of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to receive compensation for:

• Medical expenses: Past, present, and future costs.
• Lost wages: Missed work and reduced earning potential.
• Rehabilitation costs: Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and assistive care.
• Pain and suffering: Physical pain, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life.
• Loss of companionship: If the injury impacts spousal or familial relationships.

Our experienced paralysis injury attorneys can calculate the full value of your claim and fight for your compensation.

How Long Will It Take to Receive Compensation?

The timeline of receiving your paralysis injury settlement depends on several factors, such as: 

• Your injury’s severity and length of treatment.
• Response from the insurance company and their willingness to negotiate.
• How complex your case is and whether a lawsuit is needed.

Cases can take as little as a few months or as many as several years to resolve, especially if a trial is necessary. A trusted attorney can help you move along the process and secure a fair settlement.

What Do I Need to Prove My Paralysis Injury Case?

Winning a paralysis injury case involves your attorney proving the following:

• Duty of care: Proves the responsible party had a legal obligation to maintain safety.
• Breach of duty: Proves the responsible party failed to meet that obligation due to negligence or wrongdoing.
• Causation: The responsible party’s actions directly caused your injury.
• Damages: Shows you suffered physical, emotional, and financial harm from the injury.

An experienced personal injury attorney will gather your medical records, reports, witness statements, and expert testimony to help secure the compensation you deserve.

How Can a Personal Injury Lawyer Help My Case?

If you’ve endured a life-altering injury, having a trusted paralysis injury lawyer by your side can make all the difference. A skilled attorney will:

• Investigate the cause of your injury and gather evidence.
• Negotiate with insurance companies.
• Determine the full extent of damages, including future medical costs.
• Represent you in court if necessary and fiercely fight for your justice.

At Spiros Law, P.C., our legal team has a proven track record of winning millions for catastrophic injury victims across Illinois, with law offices in Kankakee, Champaign, and Danville, IL. If you need trusted legal representation, schedule a free case review today!

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