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Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers - Futerman Partners LLP
 A spinal cord injury occurs when a traumatic
event results in direct damage to the cells in
the spinal cord or there is a severing of the
nerve tracks that release signals up and down
the spinal cord. The most common type of spinal
cord injury is a contusion (bruising) to the
spinal cord or a compression injury caused by
pressure on the spinal cord. Sometimes a spinal
cord injury results from the severing or tearing
of nerve fibres.
The spinal cord is divided into four major
areas, the cervical region (neck), the thoracic
region (chest), the lumbar region (lower back)
and the sacral region (tailbone). The extent of
damage will often depend on the location of the
injury to the spinal cord. When the spinal cord
is injured, nerve function can be affected,
causing weakness, paralysis and a loss of
sensation below the site of the injury. For
example, an injury to the lower spinal
 cord may
affect only leg movement and sensation, whereas
an injury at the level of the neck may result in
paralysis to the arms, legs and chest muscles.
Generally, the higher the level of injury to the
spinal cord, the less localized the symptoms
will be.
The lawyers at Futerman Partners LLP have
extensive experience and a proven track record
of resolving the claims of individuals who have
suffered traumatic spinal cord injuries. We
understand that the devastating effect of a
traumatic spinal cord injury requires a lifetime
of support and services for the victim and his/her
family. While we will make every effort to
settle your claims, we have the experience and
expertise to take your case to trial to ensure
that you and your family are fully protected
under the law.
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