Injuries that result in partial or complete paralysis represent a lifetime of medical care, medical equipment, lost earnings, and pain and suffering. The personal injury attorneys at Rourke & Blumenthal represent clients who have been paralyzed due to the reckless or negligent behavior of employers, doctors, drivers, manufacturers, or property owners. Working with economists and life care planners, our paralysis lawyers determine the costs of future medical treatment, in-home care, medication, medical equipment, and lost earnings.
Accidents that Result in Paraplegia and Quadriplegia
Over the years, our office has recovered tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for our clients. Our personal injury attorneys work with nationally recognized experts in medicine and health care planning in representing victims paralyzed in the following kinds of accidents:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Aviation accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Construction accidents
- Swimming pool accidents
- Unsafe conditions in stores
- Pedestrian / bicycle knockdowns
Costs Associated with Paralysis
According to the Spinal Cord Information Network, the average cost of paraplegia in the first year is $303,220 and $30,855 in each year thereafter. High and low tetraplegia are substantially more, with costs exceeding $800,000 and $500,000 respectively. At Rourke & Blumenthal, we make sure paralysis victims receive compensation adequate to meet their lifetime costs while compensating them for their loss in quality of life as well.
Confronting Insurance Companies: Prepared with Facts and Evidence
Most insurance companies will do whatever they can to avoid full compensating a victim in casespaying damages in cases involving paralysis injuries given the high medical costs associated with paraplegia and quadriplegia. Having worked at one time as defense lawyers for insurance companies, Rourke & Blumenthal understands how claims adjusters think, the Colossus software they use to calculate damages, and the flaws in the methodology used.
As paralysis lawyers, we project costs based on expert testimony from medical professionals who treat and handle paralyzed patients every day. We ensure jurors understand the full financial impact of paralysis in order to obtain the maximum recovery for our clients., undermining the claims of lawyers and experts called by insurance companies.
Contact Paralysis Lawyers Rourke & Blumenthal Today
We have the experience, knowledge, and expert witness resources needed to ensure you receive the financial compensation you need and deserve. To schedule an appointment to discuss your case and how we can help you, contact the law office of Rourke & Blumenthal today.