Spinal Cord Injuries

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Representing Injured Clients Throughout Missouri

A spinal cord injury is defined as any damage to the spine that results in temporary or permanent nerve damage or loss of sensation. Spinal cord injuries can also lead to paraplegia or quadriplegia. In this sense, a spinal cord injury is typically more catastrophic than a back injury, which may affect only the muscles or skeleton on a temporary basis.

Sadly, a severe spinal cord injury can have a significant and permanent impact on the victim and their family. If you have been injured, Strong-Garner-Bauer P.C. wants to help. We are recognized for our attorney team’s dedicated and experienced approach to supporting victims and their families through civil action. You can rest assured that we will fight tooth and nail to maximize your compensation, helping you afford the immediate and long-term costs of your injury.

Have you suffered spine damage in a preventable accident? Call (417) 855-2022 for a free consultation with a Springfield spinal injury attorney.

Common Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries

For over 45 years, our Springfield spinal cord injury lawyers have helped people recover compensation after a variety of accidents, such as:

We are a prominent law firm with years of experience helping people like you pursue justice. In a free case review, we will explain the law and the process of filing a lawsuit and pursuing your claim.

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How long do I have to file a personal injury case in Missouri?

Every state has a time limit for how long you have to file a personal injury claim called the statute of limitations. In Missouri, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is five years from the date the injury occurred or could have been reasonably discovered. If you fail to file your personal injury lawsuit before the statute of limitations expires then the defendant will most certainly file a motion to dismiss the case.
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Personal injury lawyers are legal experts dedicated to helping those who have been injured in an accident navigate the complex issues on their road to recovery. They specialize in tort law, protecting the rights of victims and ensuring they receive compensation for their suffering.

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At Strong-Garner-Bauer P.C., we make it easy for our clients to exercise their legal rights. We are happy to offer free, no-obligation consultations to those injured and their loved ones, giving them the chance to learn their legal rights and options. Put our knowledge and experience on your side.

Our Springfield spinal injury lawyers will utilize the full resources at our disposal while pursuing your claim. Contact us online to get started.

When a Spinal Cord Injury Causes Cerebral Palsy

Unfortunately, spinal cord injuries can sometimes lead to cerebral palsy (CP), a group of motor disability disorders that affect movement, balance, and posture. Since CP is a group of conditions, not a single condition, symptoms may vary.

In general, medical professionals classify CP as one of four types:

Ataxic: This type of CP impacts balance and coordination, including hand-eye coordination.
Dyskinetic: This category specifically focuses on CP that affects a person’s control of their limbs and extremities. In some cases, a person with dyskinetic cerebral palsy may not be able to control their face and tongue.
Spastic: Stiff muscles are the hallmark symptom of spastic cerebral palsy, as it mainly impacts muscle tone.
Mixed: A person may be diagnosed with mixed cerebral palsy if they experience symptoms from more than one of the categories above.

Most spinal cord injury cases that involve CP can be traced back to medical negligence, especially during childbirth.

Some examples of malpractice that may lead to a spine injury and CP include a medical professional’s:

Failure to identify and address fetal distress on time
Failure to listen to a mother’s self-reported symptoms
Failure to monitor and address a prolonged labor
Delayed or untimely cesarean sections (C-sections)
Misuse of medical instruments, such as forceps and vacuum extractors

If your child has been diagnosed with CP following a spine injury in the delivery room, we urge you to reach out to our law firm. Our Springfield spinal cord injury attorneys will work to find you the answers you deserve.

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