Monroe Spine Injury Lawyer

Understanding Spinal Cord Injury Cases in Louisiana

Few injuries are as painful, devastating, and life-altering as spine injuries. Unfortunately, many spine injury victims are faced with incredible, unexpected challenges, from obtaining and paying for extensive medical care to managing daily expenses while out of work. Often, these individuals must navigate new disabilities, leaving both them and their families unsure of how to proceed.

If you or someone you love suffered a spinal cord injury and you believe someone else is to blame, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. While financial recovery cannot undo the challenges caused by the injury, it can allow you to manage these challenges effectively as you work toward getting back on your feet and moving forward with your life.

With decades of experience, the Monroe spine injury lawyers at Parker Alexander are ready to fight for you. We offer free, no-risk consultations during which we can discuss the specifics of your case and offer legal counsel tailored to your unique situation. When you work with Parker Alexander, you do not pay anything unless we recover compensation for you.

Talk to a lawyer about your Louisiana spinal cord injury case today; call (318) 625-6262 or submit a free online case evaluation form to get started. 

Types of Spine Injuries You Should Know About

Spine injuries are any injuries to the spinal cord or vertebrae. These injuries are generally always serious and can have lasting, permanent effects, such as partial or total paralysis.

Some of the most common types of spine injuries include:

• Herniated discs (also known as ruptured or slipped discs)
• Paraplegia
• Quadriplegia/tetraplegia
• Triplegia
• Anterior cord syndrome
• Cervical spinal cord injuries
• Thoracic spinal cord injuries
• Lumbar spinal cord injuries
• Sacral spinal cord injuries

Spinal cord injuries are generally categorized as either complete or incomplete. A complete spinal cord injury occurs when all communication between the brain and the body below the point of injury is severed; incomplete spinal cord injuries occur when some communication between the brain and the body below the point of injury is retained. In most cases, complete spinal cord injuries result in paralysis, whereas incomplete spinal cord injuries, though serious, tend to have less-severe effects.