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- Wilkes-Barre
- 15 South Franklin Street
- Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711
- TEL: 570.826.5600
- FAX: 570.826.5640
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- Scranton
- 120 Wyoming Avenue
- Scranton, PA 18503
- TEL: 570.341.5600
- FAX: 570.347.9883
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- Hazleton
- 120 East Broad Street
- West Hazleton, PA 18202
- TEL: 570.455.7112
- FAX: 570.455.8304
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Scranton and Wilkes-Barre Area Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers
A spinal cord injury is a terrifying thing. Nature has done all it can to guard us against such injury, providing us with a hard but flexible casing for the delicate nerves within. Modern medical procedures also make safeguarding the spinal cord a top priority: the first step taken in treating someone with possible damage to the neck or back is to immobilize the spine. Despite these natural and manmade precautions, it is inevitable that some unfortunate incidents will occur. When those incidents are caused by the negligent actions of someone other than the victim, financial compensation may be due. If you are looking for help with your case in the vicinity of Scranton or Wilkes-Barre, the spinal cord injury lawyers at Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, L.L.P. may be able to help you obtain the compensation you deserve.
Our dedication to helping the victims of spinal cord injuries is evidenced by the fact that Attorney Richard A. Russo serves on the Board of Directors of the Kevin Kitchnefsky Foundation for Spinal Cord Research. This Foundation was formed following Attorney Russo’s successful representation of Kevin Kitchnefsky, a young man who tragically suffered a spinal cord injury and quadriplegia in a workplace accident.
Causes of Spinal Cord Injury
Many different incidents can cause a major spinal cord injury, but certain types are much more likely to form the basis of a lawsuit. A car accident, a motorcycle accident, or a truck accident is eminently capable of creating the strong forces necessary to fracture the backbone. Unfortunately, this kind of event is all too often precipitated by a DUI accident.
The malfunction of a defective product such as a seatbelt can turn even a minor crash into an opportunity for spinal cord injury. Spinal trauma may also be attributed to medical malpractice in cases where a medical professional fails to adhere to proper procedures for helping a victim of back or neck trauma. In addition workplace accidents, slip and fall accidents, and gun violence are among the many potential causes of spinal cord injury that may entitle the victim to financial restitution. Whatever the cause of your affliction, if you believe that some other party is responsible for your suffering, please do not hesitate to consult the Wilkes-Barre and Scranton region’s largest law firm for assistance from our spinal cord injury lawyers. The sooner you retain skilled legal help, the better your chances of success in court, so contact a personal injury attorney at Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, L.L.P. right away.
Effects of Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal cord injury cases can be divided into two broad categories: complete and incomplete. The main distinction between these classifications is the degree of lost function in the affected limbs. A complete spinal cord injury means that the victim can neither feel nor move the portions of the body below the injury. An incomplete injury, though, may leave some sensation and control intact. The specific amount of function left will differ from case to case, ranging from limited feeling to partial movement.
Whether a particular spinal cord injury is complete or not, its effects will be less damaging the lower it is on the spine. Doctors classify spinal cord injury position by referring to the closest vertebra bone. Injuries sustained in the neck may lead to quadriplegia and even prevent the patient from breathing without assistance. Trauma sustained further down may leave the arms with full or partial function while incapacitating the legs. No matter how low the injury occurs on the spine, though, there is no such thing as a minor spinal cord injury. The victim’s ability to earn a living and enjoy recreational activities will almost always be significantly impaired, and the effects are permanent.
Contact Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, L.L.P.
Because of the seriousness of the damage, many victims of spinal cord injury find it necessary to pursue legal action against those responsible for their misfortune. Those who choose Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, L.L.P. for assistance with their case can rest assured that they are getting the finest legal help available in the Wilkes-Barre and Scranton area. Our spinal cord injury lawyers have the skills and resources that come from having tried many cases while working at the largest law firm in the area. Contact one of our four locations today to set up an initial appointment with our personal injury lawyers.