Spine Injuries in St. Louis

Car Accident Spine Injury Claim - Call 314.448.0934 for immediate help

Injuries to the spine can vary in severity, from soft-tissue to catastrophic.  The spinal cord is a delicate band of nerves, protected by a layer of bones and discs.  When the spine is fractured, the nerves are exposed and the victim can become paralyzed from the trauma.  These types of injuries are catastrophic and can require a lifetime of medical attention.  A life-care plan may be necessary to account for all of the future medical needs of the victim.

In cases where the spine is not fractured, the discs or "vertebrae" can still be damaged enough to cause serious pain & suffering.  Chronic back pain is debilitating and can affect a victim's quality of life.  Uninterrupted sleep becomes impossible, victims have a hard time concentrating at work, and occipital or temporal headaches become a daily companion.  Don't let an insurance claims adjuster convince you that a spine injury is a minor "soft-tissue" injury which will resolve itself with time.  Victims are entitled to compensation by filing a car accident spine injury claim.

Spine Injury Claim for Compensation

The first thing to do after any serious car accident is seek medical attention at the closest emergency room.  The hospital will usually perform x-rays to check for broken bones.  If the injury is severe enough, a CT Scan or MRI will be requested to discover any trauma involving the soft-tissues of the body.  These diagnostic tests cost several thousand dollars.  When follow-up care with an orthopedist is recommended by the hospital, it is important for the accident victim to make an appointment with a qualified physician who specializes in treating car accident trauma.

Spine injury claims for compensation include any hospital and follow-up care, physical therapy, medications, lost wages, and pain & suffering.  Almost any variation of a spine injury is qualified as a "permanent" injury.  While the injury may get better over time, it will never completely resolve itself.  Spine injuries cause discomfort that is commonly experienced with just about every daily activity.  If you think about it, your back is involved in almost any type of bodily movement, even breathing. 

St. Louis Car Accident Spine Injury Lawyers 

The St. Louis car accident spine injury lawyers at Schultz & Myers have obtained significant compensation for clients with these types of injuries.  Spine injuries require the care of a doctor who specializes in spine trauma, as well as a lawyer who specializes in representing victims with serious injuries.  Our car accident lawyers focus solely on representing serious injury victims.  Attorney Stephen Schultz is a Top 100 Trial Lawyer in Missouri according to the American Trial Lawyers Association.  Aside from impressive legal memberships, Mr. Schultz regularly attends medical seminars to better his understanding of the anatomy of a spine injury.

Never give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company, even when the other driver is 100% at fault.  Insurance companies will use this recorded statement against you at a later date, which may reduce compensation.  Contact a St. Louis car accident lawyer immediately and let your attorney contact the insurance companies on your behalf.  Concentrate on healing physically and emotionally.  Leave the legal work to a professional.

Contact a St. Louis car accident spine injury lawyer by calling (314) 448-0934.  You will have the opportunity to discuss your injury case with an attorney immediately, free of charge.