Oklahoma Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers, including Paraplegia & Quadriplegia
Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys serving Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and cities throughout Oklahoma
September, 2024 Update:Thousands of Oklahomans suffer Serious Spinal Cord Injuries in 2024, including Paraplegic Injury & Quadriplegic Injury, caused by someone else's actions or negligence
A spinal cord injury dramatically alters the life of the victim and results in tremendous financial costs for ongoing medical treatment and attendant care. Any accident resulting in Paraplegia or Quadriplegia can mean a lifetime of pain, lost-wages, and medical care for the injured, as well as devasting financial and emotion strain on the injured's family.
If you or a loved one have suffered a serious spinal cord injury in OKC, or anywhere in Oklahoma, you need the Best Oklahoma Spinal Cord Injury Attorney on your side.
There is a strict Oklahoma Personal Injury Statute of Limitations relating to any spinal cord injury case that limits the amount of time you have to file a legal claim.
For over 40 years, Oklahoma Spine Injury Lawyer James Self has successfully represented and recovered millions of dollars for his accident & personal injury clients.
If you, your child, or anyone in your family has suffered a serious spinal cord injury, including paraplegia or quadriplegia, we can help -- please contact Oklahoma Spine Injury Attorney James Self, at Self & Associates for a free consultation, or call us right now at the toll-free phone number below.
The spinal cord is about 18 inches long and is the major bundle of nerves that extend from the base of the brain, down the middle of the back, to about the waist. These nerves carry impulses to and from the brain through other nerves throughout the rest of the body. The brain and the spinal cord make up what is known as the central nervous system.
The spinal cord is contained within rings of bone called vertebra. There are seven cervical (neck) vertebra, twelve thoracic (chest) vertebra, five lumbar (back), and five sacral (tail bone) vertebra. These bones make up the spinal column. In general the higher in the spinal column an injury occurs, the more paralysis the victim will suffer.
Cervical injuries usually result in quadriplegia while injuries to the thoracic level and below can result in paraplegia. Additionally spinal cord injury victims also can experience bladder and bowel complication, inability to regulate blood pressure, reduced control of body temperature, and chronic pain.
There are approximately 450,000 people in the united States that live with a spinal cord injury and about 10,000 new cases of spinal cord injury occur each year. The majority of victims are males between the ages of 16 to 30.
Spinal cord injuries can arise as the result of any kind of accident. Incidents involving car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, distracted drivers, aviation accidents, train accidents, boat accidents, on the job accidents, medical malpractice, birth injuries, surgical errors, misdiagnosis, nursing home abuse, defective products, trip/slip and falls can all lead to permanent paralysis and even Death.
The areas of recovery against the wrongdoer in a spinal cord injury can include:
- Medical costs
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent Disability
- Physical Therapy
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- Lost income
- Emotional distress
- Home health care
- Vocational retraining
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Suddenly you can be overwhelmed emotionally, physically and financially. We know how difficult a time this can be because James Self has been handling spinal cord injury cases for over 40 years.
With millions of dollars recovered for his clients in spinal cord injury cases James Self knows how to handle the insurance companies to get his clients the justice and the money they deserve.
At a time like this don't let the insurance company take advantage of you. James Self will give you the advise you need and will work to get you the money and the justice you deserve.
If you or a family member have suffered a serious spinal cord injury as the result of any type of accident, James Self would like to talk with you. Please contact our Oklahoma law firm today to schedule a free case evaluation.
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Oklahoma Spinal Cord Injury Law Library Entry for Wednesday September 18, 2024
Spinal Cord Injuries from Truck Accidents
The incredible impact from any Oklahoma Truck Accident can cause severe, sometimes fatal injuries to the victims, including permanent injury to the spinal cord.
Because the spinal cord is so important to normal human activity and bodily functions, any back or neck injury should be considered very serious, and immediate medical attention should be the first priority after any vehicle accident, especially a truck accident.
An accident with a Big Rig or Semi Tractor Trailer Truck can deliver explosive impact forces to the occupants of smaller cars or SUVs. Anyone who has ever seen the tangled mess of metal that's left from a small car struck by a big truck should know exactly how dangerous and deadly this kind of accident can be.
Often a major truck company that has been involved in an injury accident is represented by a very experienced team of insurance defense lawyers. That's why if you've been involved in an accident with an 18-wheeler truck, you need the Best Oklahoma Truck Accident Lawyer you can find.
James Self and Self & Associates have been representing Oklahoma Truck Accident victims for over 35 years, and have recovered millions of dollars in settlements for their clients, all across Oklahoma. If you've been involved in a truck accident, please call today for a free consultation.
The incredible impact from any Oklahoma Truck Accident can cause severe, sometimes fatal injuries to the victims, including permanent injury to the spinal cord.
Because the spinal cord is so important to normal human activity and bodily functions, any back or neck injury should be considered very serious, and immediate medical attention should be the first priority after any vehicle accident, especially a truck accident.
An accident with a Big Rig or Semi Tractor Trailer Truck can deliver explosive impact forces to the occupants of smaller cars or SUVs. Anyone who has ever seen... Read More of This Article from our Oklahoma Spinal Cord Injury Law Library
Self & Associates is interested in investigating the claims of
spinal cord injury victims from cities across the state of Oklahoma, with 7 locations to serve you better. If you'd like to contact us locally about your injury, please use one of the convenient city location links below.
South Oklahoma City
7701 S. Western Avenue, Suite 202
Oklahoma City, OK 73139-2310
(405) 685-2111
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North Oklahoma City
50 Penn Place
1900 N.W. Expressway
Oklahoma City, OK 73118
(405) 942-2022
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Edmond Location
200 East 10th St. Plaza
Suite 150
Edmond, Oklahoma 73034
(405) 359-3303
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Norman Location
3750 W. Main Street
Norman, OK 73072
(405) 360-4009
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Midwest City Location
Timbers Office Park
1390 S. Douglas Blvd.
Midwest City, OK 73130
(405) 732-4486
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Tulsa Location
525 South Main Street
Tulsa, OK 74103
1-800-747-SELF (7353)
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Duncan Location
815 W. Main Street
Duncan, OK 73533
1-800-747-SELF (7353)
