Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys in Westchester and Fairfield Counties

Lawyers for Clients Suffering from Spine and Nerve Damage in the Metro New York Area

Spinal cord injuries can disrupt nearly every aspect of a person's life. Severe spinal cord injuries can cause intense pain, loss of movement, inability to sense temperature and touch, exaggerated reflexes and spasms, loss of bowel or bladder control, breathing difficulties, and more. In extreme cases, an injury to your spinal cord could result in paralysis or even death. If you or a loved one have suffered a spinal cord injury, the experienced lawyers at Ivey, Barnum & O'Mara, LLC may be able to help.

Common Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injuries can happen for countless reasons. The most common causes of spinal cord damage include but are not limited to:

• Construction site accidents;
• Gunshot wounds, assault, or other violence;
• Falls, including falls from heights or slip and fall accidents;
• Auto accidents;
• Truck accidents;
• Bus, train, and plane accidents;
• Falling objects;
• Sports injuries;
• Pedestrian and bicycle accidents; and
• Medical errors.

When a spinal cord injury is caused by another party's negligence, the victim may be able to receive compensation for his or her damages through a personal injury lawsuit. Negligence occurs when a person or organization owes another party a duty of care and fails to uphold that duty. For example, if your landlord failed to maintain your building, and then a falling beam struck you and caused a spinal cord injury, he would likely be considered liable for your injury. Similarly, if you were hit by a drunk driver while crossing the road, the drunk driver would be considered negligent and may be required to compensate you for your damages.

Sometimes, the liable party is not an individual, but instead a company or organization. For example, if your spinal cord injury was caused by unsafe conditions in a retail store, the company that owns the store may be legally responsible for your injuries.

Connecticut Law Firm Assisting Clients Suffering from a Spinal Cord Injury

If you were hurt because of someone else's negligence, a personal injury lawsuit may help you hold that party accountable while simultaneously getting you the financial relief you need. The dedicated team at Ivey, Barnum & O'Mara, LLC has over 70 years of combined legal experience helping injured people pursue compensation. We have witnessed firsthand the relief that comes with winning a personal injury suit for an injured client.

Our lawyers are highly motivated and ready to help you recover the money you need to get your life back on track. When you contact our firm, we will go to work immediately by investigating the circumstances of your accident. We will determine what happened and who may be to blame. Our team will also work closely with your doctors to determine your prognosis for recovery. This allows us to develop an accurate picture of your needs, both now and in the future. We have recovered tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for our clients, and we are ready to put our knowledge and experience to work for you.

Let Us Help

If you or a loved one have suffered a spinal cord injury, contact our office to learn about your legal right to pursue compensation. We will learn about the circumstances of your case and build a personalized plan based on your unique situation and needs. Call Ivey, Barnum & O'Mara, LLC at 203-661-6000 today to schedule a cost-free, no-obligation initial consultation. We answer calls 24-hours a day and represent clients in Fairfield County, Westchester County, and the Metro New York area.