Houston car accidents can happen at any time. You may have only seconds to react to an out-of-control driver or oncoming danger, and be unable to avoid a wreck. These crashes can result in catastrophic injuries for those involved, or even loss of life.
One of the most catastrophic injuries that can occur in Houston car wrecks is spinal cord damage. Different from a herniated disc or “breaking your back,” spinal cord injuries can result in permanent paralysis and loss of feeling in parts of your body.
The spinal cord is about 18 inches long, extending from the base of your brain to your waist. The spinal cord runs down the middle of your back, serving the crucial purpose of carrying signals from your brain to your arms, legs, fingers, toes and more.
Your spinal cord is what initiates muscle movement, allowing you to walk, dance, jump, eat and ride a bike. When the spinal cord is severed or damaged, you lose these abilities. This results not only in a great physical toll but also emotional suffering for you and those who care for you.
There are many ways that your spinal cord may be damaged. You can sustain spinal cord damage as the result of a gunshot wound, sports accident, traumatic fall or a serious Houston car crash with a truck or other vehicle.
There are numerous costs that go along with serious spinal cord injuries. Not only do you have to deal with the immediate costs of medical bills and lost wages from missed time at work, but also the long term costs of ongoing care, loss of the ability to build a career, stress to your family and much more.
If the accident that led to your injury was caused by a negligent driver who was drunk or drowsy, there should be no reason that you should be on the hook for all these costs. Instead, you may be eligible to recover damages after filing a personal injury claim, receiving financial compensation after the fact.
If you or a loved one has sustained a catastrophic injury in a severe wreck with a negligent driver, and want to learn about your legal options, you should call the Houston car accident attorneys of Denena & Points today at (877) 307-9500.
You can schedule your own free consultation with one of our Houston car accident lawyers at a time that is most convenient for you. You can also read our free book about what to do after being injured in a wreck: What Every Houston Accident Victim Needs to Know.