The spine is an extremely fragile part of the body, so when a spinal cord injury occurs, the results are almost always devastating, either immediately or over time. It is highly likely that extreme and/or permanent discomfort will occur, as well as at least some level of debilitation. The potential consequences of a spinal cord injury can include temporary or permanent paralysis, pain, numbness in extremities, headaches, difficulty standing, and muscle stiffness. Depending on the severity of the injury, it can be extremely life-altering, both for you and your family. Furthermore, any recovery from a spinal cord injury can take years and years of rehabilitation and treatment. As a result, the continued costs of therapy and care can be astronomical.
There are three major types of spinal cord injuries: paraplegia, quadriplegia, and paralysis. With paralysis, there is some hope of recovery through rehabilitation, in that the victim eventually will regain some sensation or control. If the injury occurs farther up the spine, however, the consequences are more severe. Paraplegia occurs when paralysis affects all or part of the person’s trunk, legs, and pelvic organs. Quadriplegia occurs when paralysis affects essentially every extremity and part of the body below the person’s neck.
A spinal cord injury can be complete, in that there is no feeling below the site of the injury. If the injury is incomplete, however, then the person still may have some sensation below the injury site. A series of tests following the injury will determine the completeness of the person’s spinal cord injury.
When you or a family member suffers serious or fatal injuries, such as spinal cord injuries, from a motor vehicle crash or any other type of accident, that is caused by the negligence of another person, you may have a personal injury claim or wrongful death claim under Wisconsin law. Call Boller & Vaughan today at (608) 268-0268, or contact us online at www.bollervaughan.com in order to schedule a time to meet with one of our Wisconsin personal injury attorneys, and see how we can help.
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We live in Friendship, Wisconsin, and Boller & Vaughan came to our doorstep to discuss our mother’s wrongful death claim on a Saturday morning. Not only were we pleased with the large recovery, we were so thankful to have lawyers who were willing to explain to us every twist and turn along the way. It is great to know there is a law firm that will fight for the rights of elderly people all over Wisconsin.
Mr. Boller and Ms. Vaughan were incredible in working on my case and my daughter’s case. I was out of work and in the hospital with a new baby. Mr. Boller and Ms. Vaughan protected our rights and it was a pleasure to work with them. I hope never to be in another motor vehicle accident, however, if I am and I am injured, I will contact Boller & Vaughan immediately.
I was referred to Michelle through a friend. I have never had a better experience. It took a little over a year to get my settlement but the staff there stayed in constant contact and kept me in the loop. Oh, and Michelle actually got me MORE money than we discussed. I will refer anyone to this firm. Words cannot do justice the thanks that I have for Michelle and her staff (Mary especially) thank you guys so much!
After my husband died as a result of a motor vehicle accident, Boller & Vaughan spent countless hours talking with me, meeting with me in person, and making sure that I was okay. The drunk driver who hit us did not have any insurance, and we had to make a claim through our own insurance. Boller & Vaughan was fantastic at explaining the law to me and the handling of our claims.
After my son was injured in a daycare setting, Ms. Vaughan took the time to thoroughly investigate our case and my son’s injuries. Michele was approachable and had answers to our questions. Talking with her helped to relieve many of our anxieties.
