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Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer

Dallas Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers

Austin & Dallas Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers

Approximately 250,000 people live with spinal cord injuries (SCI) in the United States.  Each year, about 11,000 new patients have to find a way to live with this often debilitating condition. SCI victims suffer from different levels of paralysis and limited motor function, but they all share in the trauma of permanent physical damage that will forever change their lives.

If you've suffered a spinal cord injury because of a car wreck or fall caused by someone else's carelessness, you may be entitled to money for your medical bills and other expenses.  The attorneys of Heselmeyer Zinda, PLLC are ready to provide you with a free case evaluation when you contact us toll-free at 800-863-5312 or via our online contact form. We will protect your rights and fight for you anywhere in Central Texas, including the cities of greater Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Hutto, and Austin areas.

What sets Heselmeyer Zinda, PLLC apart from other law firms is our dedication to our clients. When you choose Heselmeyer Zinda, PLLC to handle your spinal cord injury claim, you will deal directly with your attorney -- regardless of the size of your case. We believe client service is key, and we treat every case equally. At Heselmeyer Zinda, PLLC, our primary mission is to help people.

The Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries

A spinal cord injury (SCI) usually occurs when a traumatic event -- for instance, a car or motorcycle accident -- injures cells within the spinal cord or severs nerves that relay signals up and down the spinal column. The most common forms of SCI include compression (caused by pressure on the spinal cord) and contusions (bruising of the spinal cord). Other variations of SCI include central cord syndrome (specific damage to the corticospinal tracts of the cervical region of the spinal cord), and lacerations (severing or tearing of some nerve fibers, such as damage caused by a gunshot wound).

Depending on the age of an individual, the likely cause of SCI can vary. Automobile and other motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause for people under the age of 65. If a person is over 65, a fall is the most likely cause. Other causes include:

  • Sports injuries to the head;
  • Bullet or stab wounds;
  • Driving accidents;
  • Electric shock.

The Consequences of Spinal Cord Injuries

Many SCI victims are considered to be paraplegic or quadriplegic.  Paraplegics have limited mobility in their legs and lower extremities.  They may be unable to walk or control their bladders or bowels, and have impaired sexual function.  Quadriplegics have partial or total loss of all of their body mobility below the neck.  They suffer the same complications as paraplegics and, additionally, may be unable to use their arms or to breathe without assistance. 

Some SCI victims suffer muscle spasms and are sensitive to stimuli. They may also be more susceptible to secondary medical problems such as bladder infections, lung infections and bed sores.
In addition to the serious medical problems and physical limitations that come with spinal cord injuries, SCI patients often suffer in other areas of their lives.  Statistics indicate that SCI victims are less likely to get married and less likely to be employed than people without similar injuries.

Why Legal Help is Important for Spinal Cord Injury Victims

Our firm represents individuals, along with their loved ones, who suffer from SCIs. We understand that the injuries suffered can be severe and life-altering for both the victim and the family. We are committed to helping families who are in this difficult situation.

Our experienced attorneys will discuss your situation and go over the legal options available to you. We will also work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure your needs are handled properly.

We will determine if someone is responsible for your injuries or your loved one’s death.  If someone is found responsible, they may owe you monetary damages, which can include compensatory or punitive damages. Compensatory damages attempt to put an injured person back in the position he or she was in before being injured, (i.e., payment for lost wages, past and future medical expenses, and pain and suffering, etc.). In some cases, punitive damages are also awarded. Punitive damages are given to the injured person in order to penalize wrongdoers and deter others from repeating the offense.

We can be reached at our Austin office at 512-246-2224, our Dallas office at 214-390-6249, or toll-free at 800-863-5212. You can also contact us online.  Our attorneys work with clients who have claims throughout Central Texas, including the Round Rock, TX, Georgetown, TX, Cedar Park, TX, Hutto, TX and Austin, TX areas.

If you are physically unable to come to us, we are willing to drive to you. Contact us to set up a free consultation to discuss your legal options. You will have no attorney's fees, court costs, or litigation expenses unless you recover damages.