Orange County Paralysis Attorney
Professional Paralysis Lawyers Serving Orange County, California
The Devastating Effects of Paralysis
According to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, an estimated 5.4 million people in the United States live with some form of paralysis. Spinal cord injuries are one of the leading causes of paralysis today, often resulting from:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Falls
- Violence
- Sports-related injuries
- Workplace accident
- Medical malpractice
- Nursing home abuse
While immediate medical intervention may lessen the severity of these injuries, paralysis will physically, emotionally, and financially affect the victim and their family for a lifetime.
Many people living with paralysis will suffer additional secondary complications due to their injuries, including bowel and bladder control, circulation issues, sexual dysfunction, chronic pain, and depression. Unfortunately, many victims have a shortened life expectancy because of their injuries.
When a catastrophic injury results from someone’s negligence, the victim may be entitled to compensation for their damages, including financial costs, non-economic damages, and even reduced life expectancy. It is crucial that victims and their families get the experienced legal assistance of an Orange County paralysis attorney when navigating these complicated injury claims.
The Cost of Paralysis
Depending on the extent of the injuries, the financial cost of paralysis can run from several hundred thousand dollars to over a million dollars in the first year alone. While the immediate financial costs of these injuries can easily overwhelm a family, there are also many other ongoing and hidden costs.
An individual living with paralysis will often require:
- Surgeries to address any fractures, compressions, or manage swelling
- Prescription medications to reduce blood clots, infections, and other secondary issues
- Specialized medical equipment
- Physical therapy to help achieve better function
- Exercise therapy to gain function and manage pain
- Mental health services to offset the emotional trauma and manage life with their injuries
- Support services for assistance with new lifestyle realities
- Skilled in-home nursing staff
- Home retrofitting to accommodate physical needs
In addition to these costs are future ongoing medical costs, wage loss, the inability to return to their former career, and even the loss of income if a family member needs to stay home as a caregiver. While these costs are financial in nature, they do not include the non-economic impact of the emotional distress and pain and suffering that a victim will endure. It is important for a victim or their family to contact an experienced Orange County paralysis attorney to understand their legal rights to compensation after a devastating accident.
Spinal Cord Injury Results
$55 Million Recovery
Child Left Quadriplegic in Devastating Crash
After a devastating car crash left a four-year-old girl a quadriplegic, her life became defined by overwhelming medical challenges, complete dependence, and round-the-clock care. The collision happened when a government employee ran a red light and violently struck her family’s vehicle. Through relentless advocacy and meticulous preparation, AAC secured a $55 million settlement—one of the largest personal injury recoveries in Orange County—helping provide the long-term support this child and her family will need for a lifetime of care.
$17M Recovery
Spinal Cord Injury in Industrial Explosion
A welding contractor suffered catastrophic, life-altering injuries after a steam explosion at an industrial plant launched him nearly 30 feet from the top of a storage tank. The blast caused devastating blunt force trauma, resulting in a spinal cord injury and extensive damage to his head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and lumbar spine. Through extensive litigation and expert analysis, the AAC trial team established that hazardous conditions within the tank contributed to the explosion—and secured a $17 million settlement to support lifelong medical care and recovery.
$11 Million+ Recovery
Motorcyclist Left Incomplete Quadriplegic
A father of six was commuting home on his motorcycle in Anaheim when he was violently struck by a car changing lanes on the highway, leaving him an incomplete quadriplegic. The driver was unlicensed and uninsured while working as a paid campaign worker. After nearly five years of intensive litigation, AAC secured an $11 million settlement, helping the victim rebuild his life and highlighting the dangers of negligent hiring and supervision.
$11 Million Recovery
Quadriplegic Injury from Unsafe HOA Pool
A man was immediately paralyzed after diving into an unmarked shallow area of a poorly configured HOA-run pool at his family’s condominium complex. AAC established premises liability and negligent safety conditions, securing an $11 million settlement to compensate for the life-altering injuries and long-term care needs caused by the dangerous pool design.
$3 Million Recovery
Teen Tetraplegic After Diving into Code-Violating Pool
A 17-year-old suffered catastrophic spinal cord injuries after diving into a dark, code-violating HOA pool lacking proper lighting, safety markings, and compliance measures. The injuries included cervical fractures and spinal cord compression, resulting in C2 tetraplegia. Despite comparative fault arguments, AAC secured a $3 million settlement based on unsafe property conditions and regulatory violations.
Getting Skilled Legal Representation
If you or a family member has suffered a catastrophic paralysis injury due to another party’s negligence, you have serious legal rights. You may be able to hold the at-fault party liable and recover compensation for these overwhelming costs.
At Aitken * Aitken * Cohn, we diligently represent clients who have been the victims of catastrophic injuries caused by negligence. We work tirelessly to get the compensation you need and deserve to go forward. Contact us at (866) 434-1424 or through our online contact form to schedule a no-cost consultation. Our clients pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation on their behalf.
