A spinal cord injury that leads to paralysis may occur after a passenger is hurled from a vehicle due to the extreme force of a semi truck collision. Paralysis victims can see their lives changed in an instant because of the negligence of a semi-truck driver.
A spinal cord injury (SCI) is typically defined as a damage or trauma to the spinal cord area that results in a loss or impaired function resulting in reduced mobility or feeling. Typical causes of SCI are truck and car or motorcycle accidents, falls, gunshot injuries and sports injuries. About 7,800 people sustain spinal cord injuries in the U.S., according to the National Spinal Cord Injury Association, and about 400,000 people live with spinal cord injury.
The extensive trauma victims of semi truck accidents experience can lead to nerve damage in more than one area, including partial paralysis of the hands, legs, or even portions of the face.
Any loss of movement of any part of the body due to nerve damage is likely to be permanent and will make it difficult or impossible to work.
Victims suffering paralysis or paraplegia from truck accidents or other accidents may lose their ability to work or engage in activities related to companionship with a spouse or loved ones. At the Law Offices of Jeff Martin, we do everything we can to make sure the individual or parties responsible for your injuries are held accountable. You may be entitled to compensation for lost wages, lost income earning potential, lost quality of life and pain and suffering.
At the Law Offices of Jeff Martin, an experienced personal injury attorney will assist you or your loved one in your case. Call 800-980-9205 for your free personal injury consultation today.
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