Neck & Back Injury
Neck and back injuries are some of the most common but also most misunderstood injuries in many Colorado personal injury cases. Neck and back injury can be very expensive to diagnose and treat, and often it can take a while for doctors to determine the cause of these injuries. However, an experienced Colorado personal injury attorney can help people suffering from neck & back pain recover damages from the person or company that caused their injuries. The attorneys at the O’Connell Law Firm, P.C., will be able to help those suffering from spinal, head or neck injuries get compensated for lost wages, medical expenses, as well as pain and suffering.
Accidents That Cause Neck & Back Injuries
While catastrophic injuries can be caused by rear end collisions or other motor vehicle accidents, even accidents that seem like “no big deal” can cause whiplash or spinal injuries. Often a car accident or other accident will cause a back or neck injury, and the injured party may not realize they have been hurt. Another type of accident that often causes injures to the spine is a slip and fall accident, where the head, neck and spine are jarred by the impact of falling.
Types of Neck & Back Injuries
Any type of accident where a person suffers a blow to the skull can cause brain injury. Some accidents that can cause head injuries include:
- Whiplash: This type of neck injury is caused when a sudden jerk or movement of the head injures the neck. Whiplash can be a very common injury in motor vehicle accidents, even if the injury is not apparent right after the accident.
- Repetitive Motion and Office Injuries: Repetitive motions made while working can twist back or neck muscles and cause injuries that will worsen over time. The natural curve of the spine isn’t always adequately supported in common office chairs, so back or neck pain can be common in office environments.
- Spinal Cord Injuries: Spinal cord injury can range from chronic back pain to catastrophic injury that causes quadriplegia or paraplegia. This type of catastrophic injury often requires ongoing medical care.
- Dislocated or Fractured Vertebrae: When the vertebrae in the spine or neck are jarred during an accident, they can slip out of place or break. Spinal injuries of this type can often require repeat corrective surgeries and months of intensive rehabilitation.
Your Experienced Colorado Personal Injury Law Firm
At the O’Connell Law Firm, P.C., our attorneys and staff have extensive experience holding negligent individuals reposition for causing accidents and getting injured parties justice. We can help someone who has suffered a painful neck or back injury get compensation for the high medical bills often associated with these kinds of injuries. We will work diligently with your doctors to document your injuries and prove the culpability of the person who caused your accident in order to get you the maximum compensation. If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury or fatal accident, contact our law firm for an initial consultation as soon as possible following the accident.
