Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers
Spinal cord injury cases require the need for a life care planner, a specialist who will coordinate with all of the plaintiff’s doctors to create a clear, medically probable future care plan.
The life care planner must thoroughly work with the plaintiff and the plaintiff’s appropriate medical specialists to put together a proper plan for medical services throughout the expected life of the plaintiff. Otherwise, a spinal cord injury victim’s life expectancy will suffer from a lack of astute future care planning.
Given that medical expenses have undoubtedly grown dramatically, defendants will hedge their liability “bets” regarding future medical care and life care, forecasting the potential for shortened life expectancy. Where a defendant can shorten the exposure for future care costs, the defendant (and insurance company) benefits economically.
Life care planners should be prepared to justify, where possible, the expected length of the care plan itself, and the benefits of each item of care must be discussed with the jury.
As with wage loss, a forensic economist must take the findings of the life care plan and value the services, taking into account the rising costs of medical assistance. The future payment stream is likewise relegated to present value for the benefit of the judge and jury.
Cases involving spinal cord injuries are major commitments requiring a significant investment of attorney time and resources. The Strom Law Firm will help you get through the experience. We are now accepting Spinal Cord injury cases.
A spinal cord injury is a catastrophic event that profoundly impacts the life of the survivor and the survivor’s family. Damages in any catastrophic case are extensive. If you speak to any seasoned trial lawyer, you will learn that problems associated with a spinal cord injury case can be severe and potentially life-threatening.
Columbia, South Carolina Personal Injury Lawyers
If you or someone you love has suffered a spinal injury through no fault of your own, you may be entitled to compensation. Call the Strom Law Firm today for a free consultation with one of our personal injury attorneys. 803.252.4800 while you focus on getting better, we will concentrate on your rights.
