Traumatic injury to the spinal cord can occur as a result of a vehicle accident that crushes, compresses, or fractures vertebrae. The human spine cannot withstand the force delivered by a high speed crash without incurring significant damage. The Todd R. Durham Law Firm offers superior legal representation for victims of spinal cord injury.
Effect of Stopping a Car
A crash that stops a car abruptly illustrates Newton’s First Law of Gravity, causing passengers to continue moving at the same rate of speed as the car. The damage that results from a powerful blow of 60 miles per hour or more is devastating. Victims who never understood physics in school get a tragic illustration of the theory that an object in motion keeps moving until another object stops it. In car accidents, this is often other parts of the car (like the windshield) or the ground if a passenger is ejected from the car.
Frightening Statistics
Automobile crashes are the most frequent cause of spinal cord injury according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Statistics show that more than half of spinal cord injuries occur to young people, and more than 80% of patients with these injuries are men. Additionally, the cost of managing care for victims of spinal cord injuries is billions of dollars each year.
Car accident injuries that involve the spine occur more than 12,000 times each year, resulting in a loss of body functions, intense pain, and permanent changes to a lifestyle. Victims who sustained this type of injury due to the negligence of another driver are entitled to legal representation, and a Coppell accident attorney can provide guidance on obtaining fair compensation.
Damage to Body
The Mayo Clinic reports that spinal cord injuries can damage nerve fibers that affect the control of muscles as well as the management of bowel, bladder, and sexual functions. The Todd R. Durham Law Firm offers victims free legal representation, including fees, court costs, and expenses, unless successful in winning a settlement. Victims are encouraged to call (214) 222-4000 for a consultation with an outstanding Coppell accident attorney.
