Philadelphia Injury Attorney

About Brain & Spinal Cord Injuries

Brain and spinal injuries are some of the most serious injuries that can be sustained, and have many long term effects on those that have suffered from these injuries. Brain injuries can come about through negligence, and are tragically, very common in car accident, trip and fall injuries, and medical malpractice cases. There are three categories of brain injury that can result in serious damages to the victim:

• Closed head injury
• Depressed skull fracture
• Compounded skull fracture
• Oxygen deprivation

Brain injuries still remain a somewhat of a mystery, as some victims recover some or all of their abilities and faculties, while others have their lives changed forever. Any brain injury is a serious matter and could result in a long period of unconsciousness, lack of verbalization, seizures, slurred speech, loss of coordination, weakness in the extremities, headaches, and vomiting as some of the possible symptoms. If these injuries were the result of a motorcycle accident or construction accident, one should consult a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer immediately. The claim for compensation that is filed on behalf of the injured must reflect the medical costs and other damages suffered by the victim.

How a Brain or Spinal Cord Injury Affects a Victim's Future

Spinal injuries are some of the most devastating injuries that can be experienced, as the spinal column contains the nerves that send signals to the rest of the body. When it is bruised, damaged or severed, the results are devastating to the victim, as they may suffer quadriplegia, paraplegia or in less serious cases, permanent numbness or lack of ability to control their extremities as well as other medical problems. When this injury is the result of a pedestrian accident, drunk driver, or other serious injury accident in which another person was negligent, it is crucial that you contact an attorney from the Law Office of Steven Laynas to assist you in seeking compensation for damages.

These cases are often very high value when settled, as the injured victim may require a lifetime of medical care. No matter what the degree of injury in the brain or spinal injury case, you can be assured that our legal team is experienced and will fight for fair compensation for damages, including medical costs, pain and suffering and other financial and personal damages.

If you or a loved one has suffered a brain or spinal injury due to the actions of another individual, contact a Philadelphia brain injury attorney at once.