Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) can result in significant lifestyle changes and related losses, including expensive medical bills and permanent disability. At Jacoby & Meyers, our Ontario spinal cord injury lawyers provide caring, compassionate and skilled legal representation to clients with spine injuries.
We have been advocating for injured accident victims in California since 1972. Contact our Ontario personal injury lawyers today for a free consultation about your case. Because you deserve justice.
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Why Choose Jacoby & Meyers for Your Ontario SCI Case?
- We have acquired more than $2 billion in settlements – the highest of any firm in California. Our track record of success includes many spinal cord injury cases.
- Our legal team is right where you need us. We have deep roots in the Ontario community, with a law office conveniently located at 3200 E Guasti Rd #100, Ontario, CA 91761.
- Our dedicated and compassionate team of litigators offers specialized experience with spinal cord injury claims. We know how to seek justice for serious injuries.
- We operate on a contingency fee basis, with no fees unless we win. This has earned us the trust of tens of thousands of clients who need compassion when they are most vulnerable.
Understanding Different Types of Spinal Cord Injuries
A spinal cord injury is an injury to any part of the spine, including one of the bones or vertebra, the disks in between each vertebra, and the surrounding muscles or tissues. When a spine injury disrupts the messaging system between the brain and the body, it can result in a permanent condition known as paralysis. This is the loss of sensation and movement below the point of injury.
A complete spinal cord injury means the victim has completely lost all feeling and function in the affected area. With an incomplete injury, some sensation and function may be retained. The type of paralysis will depend on the region of the spine injured. Injuries to the uppermost portion of the spine (e.g., the cervical or thoracic spine), for example, can result in paralysis from the neck down (quadriplegia).
Common Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries in Ontario
The spine can get injured in various types of accidents in Ontario, California. Based on data collected by the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, the most common cause is motor vehicle accidents, followed by falls.
The top causes of spinal injuries include:
- Automobile accidents
- Work accidents
- Construction and industrial accidents
- Slip, trip and fall accidents
- Medical and surgical malpractice
- Sports and recreation accidents
- Acts of violence (gunshots, assaults, etc.)
Many spinal cord injuries in Ontario are preventable. They arise from negligence, or the failure to act with a reasonable amount of care. If negligence is to blame for your spine injury, the at-fault party could be held financially responsible (liable) for your losses.
Pursuing Maximum Compensation for Your Ontario Spinal Cord Injury
A spinal cord injury claim can allow you to seek justice from the person at fault for causing your injury in the form of financial compensation. An insurance settlement (most common) or judgment award in court can make you whole again financially, making it easier to move on.
You could be eligible for compensation for the following:
- Past and future health care costs
- Disability costs and accommodations
- Home modifications and assistive equipment for paralysis
- Lost wages, income and capacity to earn in the future
- Property damage repairs
- Pain, suffering and diminished quality of life
- Punitive damages, in some cases
At Jacoby & Meyers, we can help you understand the value of your claim after a comprehensive analysis. Then, we can pursue maximum compensation on your behalf using proven, personalized and aggressive legal strategies. This includes going to trial if that’s what it takes to achieve justice.
How Our Ontario Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys Fight for You
When you hire Jacoby & Meyers for your spinal cord injury claim in Ontario, you will benefit from high-quality legal services from our team of skilled attorneys, medical case managers, assistants and negotiators. We will fight for you.
We will handle your case through services such as accident investigation, evidence collection, the identification of all liable parties, the hiring of medical experts and life care planners, aggressive negotiations with insurance companies, trial preparation, and courtroom representation.
Essential Information About Ontario Spinal Cord Injury Claims
It is normal to have a lot of questions and concerns in the aftermath of a spinal cord injury in Ontario. We’re here to help you navigate this difficult time with answers to frequently asked questions.
What Steps Should I Take After a Spinal Cord Injury in Ontario?
Always get immediate medical attention. Doctors can provide spine stabilization and come to a quick diagnosis through scans. Document the accident and your injury in as much detail as possible. Follow your treatment plan as you heal and recover. When you’re ready to file a claim and pursue compensation, contact the personal injury lawyers at Jacoby & Meyers.
How Long Do I Have to File a Claim in California?
Under California’s statute of limitations (Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1), you have only two years from the date of the accident that injured you to file a personal injury claim. Some exceptions can shorten or extend this deadline, so speak to an attorney as soon as possible about a potential case in Ontario.
What if the Accident Was Partially My Fault?
Even if you are assigned part of the blame for the accident or spine injury in Ontario, you could still be eligible for partial compensation. California uses a pure comparative negligence law, which allows plaintiffs to recover compensation in an amount that is reduced by the plaintiff’s degree of fault, if any.
Can Family Members File a Claim if the Victim Cannot?
If a spinal cord injury results in incapacitation and the victim cannot file a claim himself/herself, California law permits family members and legal representatives to file on the victim’s behalf. Work with an attorney to understand how this process works and to learn how to file a claim for someone else. If you tragically lose a loved one to a fatal spine injury, your family may be eligible for compensation through a wrongful death claim in Ontario.
Contact Jacoby & Meyers Ontario for a Free Spinal Cord Injury Case Consultation
If you or someone you love has suffered a spinal cord injury in a preventable accident in Ontario, you may have legal options available for seeking justice and financial compensation. At Jacoby & Meyers, our mission is to improve our clients’ lives by providing them with access to the California legal and medical systems. Our goal is to maximize your physical and financial recovery.
Contact us for your free consultation, where you can speak to a knowledgeable spinal cord injury attorney about your individual case. Call our Ontario office directly at (909) 316-5154 today.
Jacoby & Meyers Accident & Injury Lawyers – Ontario
3200 E Guasti Rd #100,
Ontario, CA 91761, United States