Omaha Disc Herniation Lawyer
Legally Reviewed By: Robert M. Knowles
Attorney & Partner At Knowles Law Firm
Many car accident and slip and fall incidents result in painful and serious injuries to a victim’s neck or back. In just one instant, your carefree ability to play sports, exercise, or even walk without pain is significantly compromised. If you or a loved one have experienced a disc herniation as a result of an accident, you may be entitled to receive compensation for your injuries.
Disc Herniation
The spinal cord is one of the most integral parts of the body and is not only responsible for posture but facilitates messages sent from the brain to the rest of the body. Any injury to the spinal cord area can lead to severe repercussions to the central nervous system. Spinal disks serve as a placeholder in the spinal cord and help prop up the vertebrae. If injury occurs to one spinal disc, fluid can leak out of the disc itself and come into contact with the major nerves. While this may not lead to serious spinal cord injuries, this can often lead to a great deal of pain.
A disc herniation is often the result of trauma such as car accidents, slip and fall accidents, and work-place injuries. They can occur throughout the entire spine (lumbar, thoracic, and cervical) but are most common in the neck and lower back. often caused by car accidents.
Disc Herniation Recovery
A herniated disc frequently affects daily life activities. It can be difficult to even move if you have a pinched nerve caused by a herniated disc. If you suffer a herniated sic caused by an accident, you are entitled to seek compensation for your injuries, including the following:
- Medical expenses
- Rehabilitation expenses
- Lost wages
- Future earnings
- Pain and suffering
A disc herniation can sometimes be treated successfully through conservative care such as medications, physical therapy, aqua therapy, and injections. However, it is not unusual for that sort of injury to ultimately require surgery. Because these are often debilitating injuries, most victims are often unable to return to work for weeks and even months. If you have suffered a herniated disc as the result of an accident, you should immediately consult with a personal injury attorney who can assert a claim for your injuries.
Contact Our Disc Herniation Attorneys in Omaha, Nebraska
If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident, do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Knowles Law Firm. Our attorneys have years of experience in handling these sorts of injury claims. A disc herniation is usually a very painful injury. You should be fully compensated by the responsible party. Contact our Omaha, Nebraska office today for your initial free consultation.
About Our Attorney
Robert M. Knowles
Attorney & Partner at Knowles Law Firm
Robert has tried cases in both state and federal courts and was selected as one of the top 100 litigation lawyers in Nebraska for 2014 by the American Society of Legal Advocates. Less than 1.5 percent of lawyers nationally are selected for this recognition. He is rated AV by Martindale-Hubbell which is the highest rating an attorney can obtain. He was also selected by Martindale-Hubbell as a 2019 Top Rated Lawyer.