In the realm of personal injury, spinal cord injuries are among the most catastrophic. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, an estimated 12,000 people sustain spinal cord injuries each year, with the majority resulting from car accidents. Over half of these victims are between the ages of 16 and 30. Considering that most of these young people are hurt through no fault of their own, these tragedies are especially devastating.

Although physicians and researchers are always striving to improve a patient’s chances of recovery, the spinal column is a complex network of nerves, fluid, ligaments and bone. In many cases, the impairment is permanent. When the spine is severely damaged, it generally impacts every other area of the body. Spinal cord injury victims often suffer multiple complications, including:

• Paralysis
• Incontinence
• Sexual dysfunction
• Quadriplegia
• Respiratory difficulty
• Nerve damage leading to tingling and burning sensations
• Loss of muscle control
• Persistent vegetative state

If you or someone you love has suffered a spinal cord injury because someone else acted negligently or carelessly, fairness dictates that you should not have to pay for another person’s mistake. Although money can never replace what you have lost, the damages you receive will ease your financial burdens as you adjust to living with your injuries.

At Nugent & Bryant, we represent people who have been badly hurt with compassion and integrity. We are selective about the cases we take on – and for good reason. When we commit to your case, we truly believe in you.



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