Experienced Des Moines Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys

Last updated on August 21, 2024

A spinal cord injury is often a life-altering experience, filled with physical, emotional and financial challenges. The Galligan Law lawyers serve the injured in Des Moines, Clive and other Iowa locations. We understand the profound toll spine injuries can take on victims and their families.

Our firm is known for its commitment to client care, extensive legal knowledge and a proven record of success. The Galligan Law personal injury lawyers offer integrity and personalized attention to help the injured obtain critically necessary compensation. Call to discuss your case in a free initial consultation.

Types Of Spinal Cord Injuries

Spine injuries can vary significantly in type and severity, with many victims suffering a lifetime of physical hardship. Understanding your injury is crucial in presenting a claim that fully reflects its effects.

The severity of spinal cord injuries can range from minor impairments to complete paralysis, depending on the location and extent of the damage:

• Paraplegia, paralysis of the lower body, can occur from spinal cord trauma in the thoracic, lumbar or sacral regions. Common causes include vehicle accidents, slips and falls and penetrating injuries.
• Tetraplegia or Quadriplegia, paralysis of both arms and both legs, often occurs due to traumatic injury to the cervical (neck) region of the spinal cord. Like paraplegia, these injuries can occur in auto accidents, slips and falls and other incidents.

Partial paralysis, or incomplete paralysis, can also occur in car and property accidents, often due to another’s negligence.

Costs Of Spinal Cord Injuries

The financial burden of spinal cord injuries is immense, encompassing both immediate and long-term expenses. Here are some of the potential costs associated with spinal cord injuries:

• Initial hospitalization and surgeries: Early costs can exceed $1 million in the first year
• Rehabilitation and therapy: Ongoing physical, occupational and speech therapy
• Medical equipment: Wheelchairs, braces and assistive devices
• Home modifications: Ramps, widened doorways and accessible bathrooms
• Personal care assistance: Costs for caregivers and home health aides

The lifetime expenses of a spinal cord injury can range from $1 million to nearly $5 million, making appropriate compensation crucial.

We Can Help

At Galligan Law, our injury attorneys offer dedication and decades of experience, enabling us to provide knowledgeable guidance in severe and catastrophic injury cases. To arrange a free, no-commitment consultation, contact us in Des Moines at 515-316-6179 or reach out to us online.