Nashville Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer

Nashville Spinal Cord Injury Attorney

As with any other injury case, when you suffer harm due to the actions of another party, you deserve to recover compensation. Spinal cord injuries can be catastrophic, and the damage you suffer as a result can impact you for the rest of your life. Whether you were hit by a negligent driver on 12^th Avenue South or you suffered malpractice at the hands of a professional at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, a Nashville spinal cord injury lawyer is here to protect your rights.

The Law Offices of Daniel L. Clayton: Protecting Your Rights Following Injury

For over thirty-five years, I, Attorney Daniel L. Clayton, have been working to protect the rights of Nashville residents after they have suffered harm through no fault of their own. I have been named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers® in personal injury and medical malpractice law over 10 times.

I have handled numerous high-profile cases that have received both local and national media attention and have secured millions for past clients. While previous results cannot guarantee future outcomes, I am here to act as your legal champion and pursue the case outcome you most deserve.

Understanding the Types of Spinal Cord Injuries Suffered in Nashville, TN

Across the globe, over 15 million people are currently living with some form of spinal cord injury, or SCI. The annual incidence of spinal cord injuries in the U.S. is around 54 cases per one million individuals, or around 18,000 cases a year. The average age of victims in spinal cord injury cases is around 42 years, and nearly 80% are male.

There are two main forms of spinal cord injuries, each of which can carry a significant number of consequences, depending on the location of the injury. The two kinds of injuries that can be suffered by the spinal cord include:

• Incomplete spinal cord injury. When a victim of an accident suffers an incomplete spinal injury, they may still be able to have some feeling and sensation below the location of the injury on their body. However, their overall mobility will likely be affected and can result in permanent disability issues.
• Complete spinal cord injury. When a complete spinal cord injury is sustained, it can result in a complete loss of function below the site of the injury in the body. The victim can be left with complete paraplegia, or paralysis of the lower extremities, or quadriplegia, the complete paralysis of all four extremities.

In Tennessee, spinal cord injuries are often legally considered catastrophic due to the fact that they often result in disabling and permanent harm and can lead to severe physical, emotional, and financial damage for the victim and the victim’s family.

At the Law Offices of Daniel L. Clayton, our team is here to help you and protect your rights to compensation, no matter the circumstances of your accident. When an injury happens due to the negligence, recklessness, or intentional wrongdoing of another party, we step in and advocate for your right to justice.

Damages You May Be Able to Recover for an SCI

When you suffer harm at the hands of another, you are likely entitled to recover damages. Damages are the financial compensation you can pursue to help cover the losses you have sustained as a result of your injury. While our team at the Law Offices of Daniel L. Clayton does have the ability to negotiate for fair compensation, it might be necessary to pursue a court trial to protect your rights to full and fair damage recovery.

Depending on the extent of your SCI, you are likely able to recover the following damages:

• Economic damages, or damages that are more “tangible” and assigned a monetary value. These can include all related medical costs, loss of income, and future earning loss.
• Non-economic damages, or damages that tend to be more subjective. These damages include pain and suffering, mental anguish, and a reduced quality of life.
• Punitive damages, or exemplary damages. While these damages are rarely awarded, they do add a significant value to your claim and are designed to punish the liable party for particular negligent behavior and deter them from taking similar actions in the future.

FAQs About Nashville, TN Spinal Cord Injury Laws

What Are the Most Common Causes of SCI in Nashville?

In Nashville, the most common causes of spinal cord injuries include car accidents, commercial trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian and bicycle accidents, premises liability accidents, such as slip-and-falls, dog bite accidents, defective product cases, workplace accidents, and medical malpractice cases. No matter the cause of your injury, we are here to help.

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Spinal Cord Injury?

Depending on how your accident and resulting injury take place, there are a number of parties who may be held liable for compensation. These parties can include other negligent drivers, the employers of these drivers if the accident takes place while they are on the clock, property owners, doctors and hospital systems, dangerous animal owners, and dangerous product designers or manufacturers.

Is There a Nashville Spinal Cord Injury Attorney Near Me?

Yes, if you are a Nashville area resident, the Law Offices of Daniel L. Clayton is conveniently located nearby to serve you. Whether you live in Franklin, Columbia, the Gulch, or Brentwood, our offices are located at 104 Woodmont Boulevard in Music City, and we are here when you need us as well as in downtown Franklin, Tennessee.

What Are the Warning Signs of a Spinal Cord Injury?

There are several warning signs that could signal a spinal cord injury. These include a loss of bladder and/or bowel control, difficulty breathing, intense pressure in the head, neck, or back, a sensation of numbness or tingling in your extremities, dramatic changes in your blood pressure, and, in the most severe of cases, paralysis.

Hire a Nashville Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer Today

If you or someone you love has suffered a spinal cord injury in Nashville, you need to hire a spinal cord injury lawyer as soon as possible. Contact the Law Offices of Daniel L. Clayton today for a free consultation.