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New Mexico spinal cord injuries can result
from semi accidents, auto accidents, and
often construction site negligence. Keller
& Keller works on serious injury cases
everyday and is well-equipped to help you
through this difficult time. These injuries
are serious and complex and require a team
of legal professionals experienced in this
area.
Any injury to either the neck or the
back, no matter how minor it may initially
appear, can damage the spinal cord. When
the spinal cord is involved, the injury
can be very serious and oftentimes, fatal.
It is for this reason that whiplash victims
at minor car accidents are encouraged
to seek immediate medical attention.
Why is a spinal cord injury different
from other types of bodily injury? Spinal
cord injuries are unique because they
involve damage to the tight, interwoven
collection of nerves which the brain uses
to communicate with the body. These intertwined
nerves along the spine, or "spinal
cord," will not provide clear communication
while they are injured; and if they cannot
recover or be repaired, then the result
can be permanent physical impairment for
the victim.
These injuries not only cause paralysis
or death, they also guarantee the victim
continued long-term pain, and problems
in his ability to breathe, maintain a
steady heart rate, and effectively use
his bladder and/or bowels.
Injury claims involving spinal cords
seek compensation for extensive medical
and rehabilitation expenses, pain and
suffering, lost wages, and lost future
earnings. Depending upon the claim, many
additional elements can be asserted. Keller
& Keller understands these claims
and how to pursue the necessary compensation
for families who have experienced these
injuries.
If you or a loved one has suffered a
spinal cord injury, please feel free to
contact us for a free, initial consultation.
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