At the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown, we aid people through the personal injury claim process so that they can receive the compensation they need. Of all the injuries we help clients with, spinal cord injuries are some of the most devastating. A spinal cord injury can change the daily life for the victim and their family, but our Tuskegee catastrophic injury lawyer can help.
We bring over 30 years of experience in personal injury law and focus our work on the choices that protect your health, your case, and your future. Our legal team can explain your rights, coordinate the steps that follow an accident, and move your claim forward while you focus on medical recovery.
Call us today and receive a free case consultation. The spinal cord injury attorney in Tuskegee, AL, with our law firm is here for you and your family.
Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries
A spinal cord injury (SCI) disrupts the body’s ability to send and receive signals. Doctors often classify these injuries as either:
- Complete: no function below the level of injury
- Incomplete: some function remains
These catastrophic injuries can result from several types of accidents, including:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Truck accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Construction site injuries
- Medical malpractice
Victims often suffer limitations to mobility, sensation, bowel and bladder function, breathing, and mental health.
Immediate evaluation matters after any possible spinal cord injury. In Tuskegee, emergency teams may route patients to Walter Tanner Community Hospital. Complex spinal trauma may require transfer to a Level I trauma center, such as the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital.
Medical care could be extensive with no guarantee of a full recovery.
Damages You May Recover Following Your Spinal Cord Injury
Every case turns on documented losses. In a Tuskegee spinal cord injury claim, your economic damages may include:
- Medical Expenses: Hospitalization, surgery, rehab, medication, imaging, and mobility devices
- On-going Healthcare: In-home nursing, attendant care, and transportation to appointments
- Lost Income: Lost wages, bonuses, and benefits while recovering
- Reduced Earning Capacity: If your injury prevents you from working as you once did
- Lifestyle Accommodations: Home and vehicle modifications, such as ramps, lifts, and accessible bathrooms
A spinal cord injury can affect your quality of life, but you can seek compensation for such non-economic damages as the following:
- Pain and Suffering: Physical pain with limitations in movement and a loss of independence
- Emotional Distress: The impact on your emotional and mental health, including depression and anxiety
- Loss of Enjoyment of Life: The inability to enjoy hobbies and activities you once participated in
We will also seek compensation that addresses long-term life-care needs projected over decades.
Our Tuskegee personal injury lawyer has successfully helped clients like you recover the compensation they deserve. We have recovered over $100,000,000 and earned peer recognition from organizations such as Super Lawyers, Lawyers of Distinction, and the National Trial Lawyers Top 100.
How We Help Spinal Cord Injury Clients Secure a Fair Recovery
At the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown, we believe in giving focused legal representation to a small number of clients at a time. For a spinal cord injury client, we provide the following services:
- Investigate the crash or incident and secure time-sensitive evidence before it disappears
- Coordinate with treating physicians and specialists; we make sure your records reflect symptoms, restrictions, and future care
- Advise on secondary medical opinions and refer to independent specialists when necessary
- Determine damages using medical bills, paychecks, and life-care plans that capture long-term costs.
- Communicate with insurers and defense counsel so that you do not face adjusters alone
- Educate you on settlement value, liens, subrogation, structured payouts, and trial risks
- Adjust strategy when your health or goals change
- Provide regular updates and quick responses
At the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown, we also want to know how the accident has impacted your daily life at home, at work, and in the community. Those details strengthen negotiation and trial presentation.
Proving the Four Elements of Negligence
To win a spinal cord injury claim, we must prove negligence. That means we show the following:
- Duty of care: The defendant owed you a legal duty; for example, a driver must follow traffic laws, a property owner must fix hazards.
- Breach of duty: The defendant broke that duty through an act or omission.
- Causation: The breach caused your injury.
- Damages: You suffered losses that the law recognizes.
We connect each element to present a clear chain from conduct to injury.
Evidence We Seek in an Injury Claim
We build spinal cord injury cases with thorough evidence. Our team gathers and preserves:
- Medical evidence: EMS run sheets, ED records, imaging, prescriptions, physical therapy notes, pain journals, and treatment plans
- Accident evidence: Police crash reports, scene photos, 911 audio, vehicle event data, commercial driver logs, maintenance files, property incident reports, and surveillance video
- Witness accounts: Contact information, recorded statements, and deposition testimony that lock down key facts early
- Expert support: Physicians, biomechanical engineers, vocational experts, and life-care planners who explain causation, functional losses, and future needs
- Economic proof: Wage records, tax returns, employer letters, and benefits statements to establish lost income and reduced earning capacity
- Daily impact: Family and caregiver statements, home modification estimates, transportation costs, and assistive device invoices
We keep you updated as we secure each piece of proof. We answer questions promptly and explain why each item matters to liability or damages.
Legal Complications After a Spinal Cord Injury in Alabama
Alabama law uses a fault-based system, and claims follow strict rules:
- Statute of Limitations: Alabama’s statute of limitations generally gives you two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Claims against government entities may carry shorter notice deadlines.
- Contributory Negligence: Alabama also follows a pure contributory negligence doctrine. If a defendant proves that you shared any fault, even 1%, you can lose the ability to recover damages. This rule raises the stakes for evidence, witness statements, and expert analysis.
We explain risk, timeline, and likely costs in plain terms so you can choose the path that fits your situation.
Contact a Tuskegee Spinal Cord Injury Attorney Today
If you or a family member suffered a spinal cord injury, reach out. The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown will review the facts, map out your next steps, and start building the record that protects your claim.
Call or contact us online so we can speak with you about your medical care, your documentation, and your options. The initial consultation is always free.
Tuskegee Spinal Cord Injury FAQs
Will I have to go to court for my spinal cord injury case?
Many spinal cord injury claims settle before trial. We prepare every case for trial, and we review each offer with you. You decide whether to accept a settlement or move forward after you understand value, risk, and timing.
How long does a spinal cord injury case usually take?
Timelines vary. Clear liability and complete medical documentation can support a faster resolution. Disputes over fault, complex treatment, or a trial can extend the schedule. We set checkpoints with you so that you always know what comes next.
How much does a spinal cord injury lawyer cost to hire?
Our personal injury law firm works on a contingency fee agreement. Under this agreement, you pay nothing up front. If you win, we get paid a preapproved percentage of your settlement or court award. If you do not win, you pay nothing.
