Quadriplegia

Kirby & Holt - North Carolina Quadriplegia Attorneys

When representing clients whose personal injuries involve quadriplegia, the brain and spinal cord injury attorneys of Kirby & Holt concentrate on maximizing the injured person’s overall recovery. In most cases, this involves exhaustive research into the circumstances of the accident to make sure that all responsible defendants are identified and held accountable.

To find out more about the ability of Kirby & Holt to secure compensation for quadriplegia and the most serious personal injuries, contact one of our catastrophic injury attorneys in Raleigh.

Quadriplegia, or significant paralysis in all four limbs, often caused by a severe compression or transection injury to the upper spinal cord, is currently for practical purposes irreversible once the first year of recovery is complete. This means that the accident victim may be severely impaired in the performance and enjoyment of many activities of daily living. Delayed diagnosis of the spinal trauma marking the onset of paralysis can worsen the condition. Complications of quadriplegia include heightened risk of thrombosis, pneumonia, and pressure sores.

Our attorneys work closely with our clients and their families to develop a complete understanding of the impact of the accident on all aspects of their lives. With the help of our in-house nursing staff, we also exchange information about the latest medical and assisted living technologies with the victim and treating physicians to learn what treatments, devices, rehabilitation plans, and continuing care services will best fit the recovering victim's needs. By projecting the expenses from this treatment and services over an appropriate period of years, we can identify the amount needed to provide for the victim's needs and family life.

The serious personal injury lawyers of Kirby & Holt have earned an excellent reputation for outstanding client service in cases involving severe and permanent injuries. To learn how our legal experience and client service values can help you and your family in a catastrophic injury case, contact the North Carolina personal injury attorneys at Kirby & Holt.

For more information regarding catastrophic injuries, visit our Catastrophic Injuries Information Center.