The Ultimate Guide to Spine Injuries in California

Spine Injury accidents in California
what you need to know

Welcome to the Beverly Hills Injury Firm's Ultimate Guide to Spine Injury Accident Cases. As a seasoned and reliable personal injury FIRM that serves California, we know how spine injuries can devastate the victims and their families. This complete guide details everything you need to know if you or a family member has sustained a spinal cord injury from another’s negligence.

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What to Do Immediately Following a Spinal Injury Accident

Prioritize Your Health

Get medical help right away, even if you think injuries are mild.

Injuries may not be readily apparent, and medical records are evidentiary to your case.

Get Medical Attention Right Away: Early treatment restricts damage— and establishes important paper trails.

Take Pictures and Write It Down: Snap photos, jot down witness names, what happened, the accident report, and any contact information.

Don’t Make Statements: Do not speak to insurance adjusters or other parties without an attorney.

Follow Every Medical Instruction: Shows how much you are willing to recover.

Speak with an attorney: It may mean the difference between winning and losing your case.

Common Spinal Cord Injury Causes

Spine cord injuries can arise under many different accident situations. Common types of accidents are:

Motor Vehicle Crash: (MVA or MVC): Motor vehicle accidents involving motorcycles cars or trucks is the leading cause of spinal cord injury.

Slip and Fall Cases : Falls at commercial or residential place can cause serious back and spinal injury.

Workplace Injuries and Accidents: Especially in construction, manufacturing and warehousing industry.

Sports or Fun Accidents: Playful games, diving trips, and other high-flying adventures are notorious for causing injuries related to the spine.

Bicycle and Scooter Accidents: Unprotected bicyclists can become victims of spinal injury?

Violence: Such as assault or abuse, which may result in spinal cord injuries.

Medical Negligence: Malpractice, including surgical mistakes or misdiagnosis, can lead to spinal issues.

Some of the most prevalent
spine injuries are:

Herniated or bulging discs

Fractured vertebrae

Contusion or compression of the spinal cord

Paralysis (paraplegic or quadriplegic)

Chronic back pain

sustained nerve damage, loss of motion

Report the Accident

Inform the local police and your insurance provider of the accident.

When talking about the incident, be honest but do not accept responsibility.

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Liability and Negligence Explained

California is a comparative negligence state and liability may be divided
among one or more parties for an accident.

Even if you were partly to blame, you could still receive compensation,
albeit in a lesser amount reflecting a percentage of your fault.

Establishing Who Is at Fault

Careless Driver: in an auto collision

Property Owner: Slip and Fall cases, if someone experiences a slip and fall that could, possibly be the fault of your company.

Employer: for hazardous working conditions

Product Manufacturer: In defective equipment cases

Medical Provider: In malpractice cases

How Fault Is Determined and Types of Damages

Negligence: Lack of reasonable care.
Duty Owed: Demonstrating that the at-fault party was responsible for a duty toward the victim.
Causation: Demonstrating the breach was the direct cause of the spinal injury.
Evidence Gathering: Eyewitness accounts, doctor’s notes, accident recreation, video evidence, and expert witnessing.

Counter: Spinal cord injured survivors usually experience a lifetime of consequences. We are dedicated advocates who fight for all forms of compensation.

Medical Costs: Operation, inpatient care, expenses of rehabilitation, aids, and equipment.

Future Medical Costs: Continued care, alterations to homes, nurses.

Lose of earnings and Loss of Earning Capacity: Permanent disability claims.

Pain and Suffering: Emotional pain, physical pain, and loss of enjoyment of life.

Loss of Family and Relationships Loss of Consortium: is an important remedy for one’s relationships and family life.

Punitive Damages: If someone was guilty of gross neglect or intentionally trying to cause harm.

STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR FILING A SPINE INJURY CLAIM IN CALIFORNIA

The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in California is two years from the date of injury. Though there are some qualifications:

Discovery Rule: In certain cases where the injury is not immediately discovered, the statute of limitation may start running from the date of discovery. If You Have

City or Government Claims: These must be filed within six months. When acted upon immediately this action serves to preserve evidence and increase your chances of a successful outcome.

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Navigating the Legal Process

Below are the common processes such cases usually follow:

Enquiry: Collecting sufficient evidence.

Negotiation: Trying to come to an agreement with insurance of at-fault party.

Litigation: When no settlement is reached, filing a lawsuit and appearing in court.

During the entire process, Beverly Hills Injury Firm will fight for your rights
and strive to obtain the highest possible settlement for you.

FAQ's

How damaging are spinal cord injuries?

They can be devastating and lead to paralysis, lifetime medical care and permanent disability.

What if I was partly to blame?

California is a comparative negligence state. Your damages are proportionately reduced by your percentage of fault.

Can I file a claim for a family member?

Yes, particularly if the victim is incapacitated or dead.

What if the injury wasn’t symptomatic immediately?

You might still have a claim under the discovery rule. Contact a lawyer as soon as you have early symptoms.

Navigating the Legal Process

Working with a law firm such as Beverly Hills Injury Firm for your spinal injury accident lawsuit means that you are represented by an expert in the law relative to California. Our lawyers are known for their exceptional abilities and dedication to achieving the best results possible for our clients throughout our state.

If you have been involved in an accident resulting in a spinal injury in California, contact Beverly Hills Injury Firm for personalized legal service. We are experts in spinal injury accident cases and we will fight to help you preserve your rights and get you the maximum compensation you are entitled to.

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Note: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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“Shawn Mangoli, the founder of Beverly Hills Injury Firm, is a distinguished trial attorney specializing in personal injury law. With a decade of experience in civil litigation, Shawn has successfully championed the rights of those injured due to negligence, securing numerous multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts. Recognized consistently by Super Lawyers and a respected member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and American Attorneys for Justice, Shawn’s commitment to justice is profound and unwavering.”

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