Why Choose The Sanders Law Firm for a Spinal Cord Injury Case?
Spinal cord injuries often require lifelong medical treatment, specialized care, and extensive rehabilitation. To secure the compensation you need for your recovery, it’s important to work with an experienced New York spinal cord injury lawyer who understands the complexities of these cases.
Since 1967, The Sanders Law Firm has stood up for working families throughout New York, helping those affected by serious spinal injuries. We work with a wide network of medical consultants, accident investigators, and industry experts to establish how your injury occurred and calculate its long-term impacts on your life.
Our attorneys and legal professionals provide clear communication at every stage of your claim, offering multilingual support to ensure language barriers never stand in the way of justice. With our trial-ready strategy and extensive resources, we handle the legal legwork and hold insurance companies accountable while you focus on your health.
Our Spinal Cord Injury Case Results
Our past case results reflect our experience in handling serious spinal, neck, and back injuries. Examples of outcomes we have secured for our clients include:
- $500,000 combined settlement: Obtained for a passenger who suffered cervical spine injuries, a traumatic brain injury, and shoulder injuries in an automobile accident
- $485,000 car accident settlement: Secured for a client who suffered a severe lumbar spine injury that required an initial lumbar discectomy, followed by a spinal fusion surgery
- $190,000 auto accident settlement: Won following a liability verdict for a young client who suffered a neck injury involving cervical radiculopathy and recommended surgery
- $185,000 verdict: Secured in a rear-end collision case involving multi-level bulging discs and lumbar herniated discs
I had a great experience with the Sanders Law firm.
The firm did amazing job. I greatly thankful for the Brooklyn office. They are truly amazing people you can trust. Special thanks for Shahzoda who really helped me through this process. Thank you!
Isroil S.
What Causes Spinal Cord Injuries in New York?
Spinal cord injuries can result from many types of accidents caused by negligent conduct. Identifying the root cause of the incident is the first step in determining who is legally responsible for your damages. Common causes of injuries to the spinal cord include:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Construction accidents
- Falls and premises liability incidents
- Medical malpractice
Whether your injury occurred on a dangerous construction site, in a motor vehicle collision, or due to a medical error, pinpointing the safety violations or careless actions that caused your injury helps us build a strong foundation for your legal claim.
What Are the Common Types of Spinal Cord Injuries?
The symptoms and long-term effects of a spinal cord injury can vary depending on the location and severity of the damage. Medical professionals generally categorize these injuries into two main types:
- Complete spinal cord injuries: The cord is fully severed, resulting in a total loss of sensation and motor function below the site of the injury.
- Incomplete spinal cord injuries: The cord is partially damaged, allowing some sensory signals or motor control to remain.
Within the complete and incomplete categories, more specific diagnoses of spinal cord injuries include:
- Cervical injuries: Occur in the neck and may affect the arms, torso, and legs.
- Thoracic injuries: Occur in the upper or middle back and may affect the torso and legs.
- Lumbar-region injuries: May affect the spinal cord near its lower end or the nerve roots below it, causing symptoms in the legs and lower body.
These serious injuries can cause spinal cord compression or permanent paralysis, such as paraplegia or quadriplegia, requiring significant adjustments to a person’s everyday life.
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Founded in 1967, The Sanders Law Firm has grown into a large, thriving organization of attorneys, paralegals, medical consultants, and support staff – all committed to providing the highest level of legal representation to injured New Yorkers.
Who Can Be Responsible for a Spinal Cord Injury?
Determining liability for spinal cord injuries typically involves a detailed investigation into the circumstances of your accident. Depending on how the injury occurred, one or more parties may be held legally responsible, including:
- Negligent drivers who violate traffic laws
- Property owners or businesses that fail to fix dangerous hazards
- Contractors, sub-contractors, or construction companies that ignore safety regulations
- Employers or third parties responsible for workplace safety
- Manufacturers of defective vehicle parts or faulty machinery
- Medical professionals or hospital facilities that fail to provide an acceptable standard of care
Because multiple parties may share blame, our spinal cord injury lawyers in New York conduct an immediate investigation to uncover every potentially responsible party and identify every recovery option available to you.
What If I Was Partly at Fault for My Spinal Cord Injury?
Many victims worry that they cannot recover compensation if they contributed to their accident. However, in New York, being partly at fault doesn’t mean you can’t pursue a legal claim. Under the state’s comparative negligence law, you can still recover compensation, but your total financial award will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
For example, if you are found to be 20% responsible for an accident, your total compensation will be reduced by 20%. Insurance companies may try to shift blame to you to minimize their payout and protect their bottom line. Our New York injury lawyers gather and preserve key evidence to establish how the event occurred, so fault is shared fairly, and your financial recovery is protected.
What Compensation Can I Recover for a Spinal Cord Injury?
The financial compensation you can recover after a spinal cord injury depends on the severity of your injury and the extent of your financial losses. A comprehensive claim accounts for both immediate expenses and lifelong hardships.
Our spinal cord injury attorneys in New York will carefully evaluate your losses, which may include:
- Economic damages: Quantifiable financial damages, including past and future medical bills, surgical costs, rehabilitation therapies, specialized medical equipment, home modifications, lost wages, and diminished earning capacity
- Non-economic damages: Intangible or subjective effects of your injury, such as physical pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and the loss of companionship or guidance experienced by your family
We work closely with economic and medical consultants to estimate the lifetime cost of your care, helping you avoid settling for an amount that leaves you financially strained years down the road.
How Long Do I Have to File a Spinal Cord Injury Claim in New York?
In New York, you generally have three years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. However, the exact deadline depends on the specific circumstances and type of claim.
For example, a spinal cord injury that involves medical malpractice has a shorter deadline of two and a half years, while a fatal spinal cord injury gives family members two years from the date of the death to file a wrongful death claim. Additionally, a claim against a New York government agency or municipality requires that a formal Notice of Claim be filed within 90 days of the incident.
Because missing the legal deadline to file your claim means permanently losing your right to recover compensation, it’s important to speak with a legal professional as soon as possible. Waiting too long can also make it difficult to preserve time-sensitive evidence, locate witnesses, or establish liability.
How Can The Sanders Law Firm Help With a Spinal Cord Injury Claim?
At The Sanders Law Firm, our litigation-forward approach defines how we handle your case. We don’t simply wait for an insurance company to offer a settlement. Our team actively builds your case for the courtroom and fights for the full amount you’re entitled to receive. Our team will:
- Investigate the accident scene and preserve key evidence
- Identify all potentially liable parties and insurance policies
- Work with top investigators and accident reconstructions
- Consult medical specialists to document your treatment and future needs
- Calculate the value of your current and long-term losses and suffering
- Manage all communication, paperwork, and negotiations with insurers
- File a formal lawsuit and represent you in court if necessary
By preparing every case for trial, we let insurers know we’re ready to go the distance, giving us leverage at the negotiation table. We’ll be by your side every step of the way, protecting you with the relentless New York City grit we’re known for.
Get a Free Consultation With a New York Spinal Cord Injury Attorney
If you or a loved one has suffered a life-changing spinal cord injury, you don’t have to navigate the legal aftermath alone. The Sanders Law Firm is ready to advocate for your family and pursue the justice you deserve. Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we secure a settlement or jury verdict on your behalf.
We provide free, no-obligation consultations to review the details of your case, answer your questions, and walk you through your legal options. Call (833) SANDERS or contact us online for your free case evaluation today.