San Francisco Spinal Cord Injury Trial Lawyers
The spinal column is made up of 24 vertebrae, which medical professionals break out into three distinct regions. The cervical spine consists of the uppermost seven discs separating the individual vertebrae. The cervical spine region connects the base of the skull to the shoulders and main trunk of the back. That is why a cervical spine fracture is most commonly referred to as a broken neck. A fracture to one or more of the vertebrae in this area can sever the spinal cord and lead to death or quadriplegia.
Cervical spine fractures often occur in car and motorcycle accidents, during which the neck is whipped forward or from side to side so suddenly that the neck muscles are unable to sustain the weight of the skull from snapping the fragile vertebrae column. Cervical spine fractures are always serious, even when paraplegia or quadriplegia is not the tragic result. A fractured vertebra can result in serious pain and loss of mobility and neurological damage that can last a lifetime.
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If you or a loved one has suffered a cervical spine fracture from an accident caused by someone else's negligence, talk to an experienced personal injury attorney at O'Reilly Collins right away. We have more than 40 years of experience litigating injury claims involving spinal cord injuries. We understand how to thoroughly investigate the complex issues of medical care, treatment options and financial damages. We have earned the opportunity to work with many of the most respected neurosurgeons and spine specialists in the region. The spouses of spine injury victims are also entitled to seek compensation for damages.
Talk to us if you have suffered any type of spinal fracture, neck injury or back injury in an accident, including:
- Cervical spinal fracture
- Sacral spine fracture
- Thoracic spine fracture
- Burst fracture, seat belt burst fracture
- Hematoma from a spinal cord injury
From our offices in San Mateo, we represent clients in communities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California. Contact our offices to arrange a free consultation. We handle all personal injury cases on contingency. If we can't help you collect compensation in a negotiated settlement or jury award, you won't pay attorney's fees for our services.
