Brain & Spinal Cord Injuries

Brain Injuries

Introduction.  Every fifteen seconds a traumatic brain injury occurs in the United States.  Brain injuries are the leading cause of death in men under the age of 35.  Brain injuries cause serious disruptions in an individual's lifestyle, including an individual's ability to work or function independently.

Causes.  Common causes of brain injuries include:

• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Vehicle Rollovers
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Bicycle Accidents
• Construction Site Accidents
• Birth Trauma

Devastating Injuries.  Brain injuries are often irreversible.  Surgery and other procedures may be used to stabilize the patient and prevent further damage, and treatment and rehabilitation are used to help recover lost motor or cognitive function.  Brain injury victims typically face a long road to recovery and months or years of rehabilitation.

Severe Spinal Cord Injuries

Introduction.  Spinal cord injuries are a tragic occurrence that can cause an individual to lose his or her independence and become a burden on family.  There are many causes and types of spinal cord injuries, all of which can be catastrophic and life-changing.  Such injury may occur as a result of a tragic accident, which leaves the victim paralyzed.

Causes.  Common causes of spinal cord injuries include:

• Motorcycle Accidents
• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Construction Accidents
• Sports Accidents
• Medical Malpractice
• Falls

Devastating Injuries.  Spinal cord injuries are very expensive to treat and most families cannot afford to pay for the cost of care of a loved one with a spinal cord injury.  Additionally, people with spinal cord injuries often require lifetime care that will be very expensive.  Spinal cord injuries can be lifetime disability requiring constant care, treatment, and rehabilitation.

Results.  Our attorneys are experienced in handling cases involving brain injury cases and cases involving severe spinal cord injuries, including quadriplegia and paraplegia.  We have handled cases ranging from mild to severe brain and spinal cord injuries, and have been successful in obtaining many seven figure results for clients located throughout the state of Utah.  We are willing and able to try cases in court that do not settle fairly.  Let us help you.

What to do?  Get the medical records.  Get police reports if the injury occurred in an accident. Contact the Utah personal injury lawyers at Robert B. Sykes & Associates, P.C. by calling (801) 533-0222 or contact us by e-mail for a free initial consultation.