Tampa & Clearwater Paralysis Lawyer
Paralysis is considered a catastrophic injury because of the drastic effect it has on an individual's day-to-day life. Paralysis may take the form of paraplegia, quadriplegia, tetraplegia, or may be associated with injuries such as herniated discs, fractured vertebrae, and nerve impingement.
Spinal cord injuries are the most common cause of paralysis. The causes of spinal cord injuries are varied, but often include automobile accidents, sport-related accidents, the growth of a tumor on the spinal column, or the development of a disease in the spinal column. Spinal cord injuries are classified as either complete or incomplete. Complete spinal cord injuries result in a loss of all movement and feeling below the site of the injury. An incomplete spinal cord injury, on the other hand, does not cause a total loss of movement and feeling still exists below the injury site.
Once the degree of injury has been determined, a person is classified as being either paraplegic or quadriplegic. Paraplegic involves the impairment of motor and or sensory functions of the lower extremities. A paraplegic is unable to walk or stand. Paralysis may effect people in different ways. The effects vary based on the location and severity of the injury. The effects include, but are not limited to:
- Limp muscles that atrophy, particularly in the arms and legs
- Loss of control over a person's bowels or bladder
- Low blood pressure
- Trouble breathing
- Inability to breathe without help
- Inability to feel anything below the damaged area
- Shortened life expectancy
The costs of care for a paralyzed individual are extremely high. Round-the-clock care from nurses and doctors is often necessary and severe cases of paralysis require the individual to use a ventilator at home for the remainder of their life. If you or a loved one has been paralyzed by someone else's negligent actions, you have the legal right to file a lawsuit in order to recover damages for your injuries. The high cost of care for paralyzed individuals should be paid for by the person who caused the paralysis, not the victim.
If you would like more information on paralysis and the legal options available, contact the Clearwater paralysis lawyers of the Law Offices of Tragos & Sartes, P.L. The Clearwater paralysis lawyers have been representing individuals dealing with paralysis for many years and will be able to help you better understand the complicated litigation process. Contact the Clearwater paralysis lawyers today to learn more about the services we can offer you as you pursue a lawsuit against those who have caused your injury.