Value of a Back Injury Lawsuit – Car Accident Legal Guide
- Cervical Vertebrae – starts at the bottom of the skull and extends all the way down to the thoracic spine. It includes the C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 and C7 vertebrae, and supports the head and neck areas as well as protect the spinal cord.
- Thoracic Vertebrae – comprised of the twelve vertebrae known as T1 through T12. It serves to stabilize the body and protecting vital organs. The thoracic spine is connected to the rib cage, and in addition to stability, provides a protective cage for the heart, lungs, and liver.
- Lumbar Vertebrae – commonly known as the lower back, the lumbar starts roughly six inches from the shoulder blade, connecting to the thoracic vertebrae, and extends to the tail bone. The lumbar spine consists of the L1 – L5 Vertebrae
- Common lower back injuries include – sciatica, spinal stenosis, herniated disc, disc fractures, and common sprains and strains.
- Medical Costs: $25,000
- Prescription Drug Costs: $12,400
- Future Rehabilitation costs: $50,000
- Loss of income: 5 years at $60,000 per year = $300,000
- Pain and Suffering: $120,000
- Life Care costs: $20,000 per year for 20 years = $400,000
- Motor Vehicle Accidents – Including Truck and Motorcycle crashes
- Workplace accidents – manual lifting
- Defective Products
- Slip and Falls
- Sport and recreational activity injuries including horse riding injuries
- Medical expenses including emergency room costs and medication costs
- Cost of future medical care and rehabilitation
- cost of life care including nursing and home care for victims with permanent disabilities
- Lost wages and future loss of earning capacity
- Punitive damages rewards against at fault parties – where possible
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