Spinal cord injury
What Determines the Severity of an SCI?
On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Christiansen Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in spinal cord injury on Wednesday, September 27, 2017. Spinal cord injuries are similar to brain injuries in that each and every one is different. Although healthcare providers may witness trends when treating SCIs, there is no way to predict how a particular injury might impact an individual in the long run nor if he or she will ever recover fully. According to the Spinal Cord Injury Model System Information Network, there is no proven way to restore the full functioning of the central nervous system following an SCI; however, individuals who sustain minor spinal cord injuries can often restore near-normal functioning…
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What Are the Signs and Symptoms of an SCI?
On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Christiansen Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in spinal cord injury on Wednesday, August 23, 2017. If you suspect that you suffered a spinal cord injury due to a botched surgery, you should seek immediate medical attention. Although the damage may have already been done, a skilled trauma team can stabilize your condition and prevent life-threatening complications from arising. Doctors typically diagnose SCIs after determining that a patient is experiencing loss of function below the area where the injury occurred; however, there are several other signs of spinal cord injuries that most people do not associate with spinal trauma. If you or someone you love sustained a catastrophic injury…
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What Is the Difference Between Lost Income and Loss of Earning Capacity?
On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Christiansen Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in spinal cord injury on Monday, August 14, 2017. A serious injury caused by a medical provider’s negligence can have lifelong consequences for both you and your loved ones. The financial burden of treating and living with a catastrophic injury is more than most people make in their lifetime. Although no amount of compensation can undo the emotional trauma of such an injury, you may be able to regain your financial footing by filing a personal injury claim. According to the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, the estimated healthcare costs and living expenses associated with high tetraplegia total more than $2,500,000 for individuals who…
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