Any injury to the spinal cord can have dramatic consequences, leaving a patient with long-term physical limitations and in need of expensive care to treat them. In turn, these personal and financial costs might lead to mental health conditions like depression. If you’ve suffered a spinal injury that was someone else’s fault, you shouldn’t have to face these challenges alone. You deserve experienced legal help so that you can demand fair compensation for what happened. David Blackwell Law wants to offer you that help at no upfront cost to you.

We understand the toll that spinal cord injuries take and want to do our best to alleviate it. We also believe you have enough to worry about without the stress of a lengthy legal battle or the need to pay out of pocket to wage it. Instead, let an Indian Land spinal cord injury lawyer with our firm protect your rights while you focus on healing, paying us only when we secure compensation on your behalf.

Don’t delay. Call today or complete our contact form to learn more during a free consultation.

How Can Our Indian Land Spinal Cord Injury Attorney Help You?

You shouldn’t have to face legal challenges while you’re recovering from a spinal cord injury. That’s where David Blackwell Law steps in.

We start by investigating the cause of your injury and gathering evidence like accident reports, witness statements, and medical records. This thorough approach helps build a strong case showing who’s to blame and how much they owe you for your medical bills, lost income, rehabilitation costs, and other losses. Once we’ve gathered all the evidence, we’ll negotiate with insurance companies to seek a fair settlement that pays you without needing a trial. If the insurance company doesn’t cooperate, we’re ready to file a personal injury lawsuit and take your case to court.

Our goal is to take over the legal work so you can focus on your medical treatments and adapting to life after your injury.

Why Choose David Blackwell Law for Your Spinal Cord Injury Case?

Choosing the right attorney for your spinal cord injury case is crucial. At David Blackwell Law, we stand out because of our deep commitment to our clients and community. We’ve been helping injured people across South Carolina for more than two decades now. That gives us both a wide breadth of experience and a thorough understanding of the state, its people, and its laws.

Helping people is all we do. Our firm focuses solely on personal injury cases, which means we have honed our skills in this area. We handle cases involving car accidents, truck collisions, medical malpractice, and more. This in-depth experience equips us to tackle the complexities of spinal cord injury cases effectively.

We also believe in treating our clients like family. We will listen carefully to your story, understand your needs, and work tirelessly towards the best possible outcome for you. Our approach is straightforward and efficient, avoiding unnecessary delays so you can move forward with your life. One client says, “To know them is to love them. From website to final documents, they were outstanding. I appreciated the way they assisted my family and cooperated with all parties involved.”

Service doesn’t end in the courtroom for us, though. Our team also takes pride in our community involvement. We support local coaches and teachers through initiatives like Justice4Kids, reflecting our dedication to making our community a better place. By choosing David Blackwell Law, you’re not just hiring a lawyer. Rather, you’re gaining a dedicated advocate who understands your situation and will fight for your rights every step of the way.

Types of Spinal Cord Injuries

There are multiple ways that doctors categorize spinal cord injuries, depending on the extent and location of the injury.

Complete vs. Incomplete Spinal Cord Injuries

A complete spinal cord injury involves a full break of the spinal cord at the injury site. These injuries are particularly severe because they result in a total loss of sensation and movement below the injury site. Since the spinal cord is fully severed or damaged, there’s no communication between the brain and the affected areas.

On the other hand, incomplete injuries do not involve a full break, allowing some communication to remain intact. People with incomplete injuries might retain partial movement or sensation below the injury site, depending on the extent of the damage.

Paraplegia vs. Tetraplegia/Quadriplegia

Paraplegia affects the lower half of the body, typically resulting from injuries to the thoracic, lumbar, or sacral regions of the spine. This condition impacts leg movement and sometimes abdominal and lower back muscles.

Tetraplegia, also called quadriplegia, is more severe and causes loss of movement and sensation in all four limbs. This condition often comes from injuries to the cervical spine, impairing both the arms and legs, along with other bodily functions.

Spinal Cord Injury Locations

Doctors also classify spinal cord injuries based on the affected section of the spine:

  • Cervical spine injuries – These occur in the neck region and often result in tetraplegia.
  • Thoracic spine injuries – These injuries take place in the upper back and can lead to paraplegia while sparing arm function.
  • Lumbar spine injuries – These involve the lower back and may affect the legs, hips, and bladder control.
  • Sacral spine injuries – These occur near the pelvis, potentially causing loss of function in the hips and lower extremities.