Charleston Lawyers Handling Spinal Cord Injury Claims

A serious impact can not only fracture the bones of the vertebrae of the spinal column, but also damage the spinal cord that these bones protect. Any damage to the spinal cord can result in loss of mobility to the limbs. You need a skilled West Virginia attorney on your side.Based on the severity of a Spinal Cord Injuries, individuals can suffer loss of sensation or loss of function to their limbs. The higher up on the spine the injury occurs, the more severe the resulting condition. At Freeman & Chiartas, our spinal cord injury lawyers have handled a broad range of cases for injured clients. Whether your accident results in complete or incomplete paraplegia, complete or incomplete quadriplegia, or hemiplegia, our attorneys are well-equipped to represent you against the liable party through a personal injury lawsuit.

Experienced Handling For All Spinal Injuries

The position on the spine is critical in understanding the resulting injury.

• Cervical vertebrae

  Commonly referred to as the neck, this portion of the spinal cord controls the back of the head, the neck, the shoulders, the arms and the hands.

• Thoracic vertebrae

  Commonly referred to as the upper back, this portion of the spinal cord controls the chest muscles and the abdomen.

• Lumbar vertebrae

  The middle back portion of the spinal cord controls a great deal of movement, including the lower abdomen, lower back, legs and certain sections of the external genitals.

• Sacral vertebrae

  The lower back portion of the spinal cord controls parts of the legs, the feet and the majority of the external genitals.

• Coccygeal vertebrae

  Commonly referred to as the tailbone, this portion of the spinal cord is largely responsible for the sensations felt from the skin on the lower back.

Whether you are struggling through paralysis or loss of sensation due to an accident or medical malpractice, we can fight for your maximum monetary compensation.

If An Accident Has Left You Suffering From Paraplegia, Quadriplegia Or Another Spinal Injury, Contact Our Charleston Lawyers Handling Spinal Cord Injury Claims

If you need a skilled Charleston spinal cord injury attorney, schedule a free consultation at Freeman & Chiartas by calling 800-766-9441 or completing our convenient online contact form.